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AC Hotel Oakland Downtown
Oakland
AC Hotel Oakland Downtown is a comfortable, pet-friendly hotel renowned for its unique combination of quality, timeless European design, comfort and authenticity.
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Claremont Resort & Club
Berkeley
Opening its doors in 1915, the dog-friendly Claremont Resort & Club has been revered as one of America’s iconic luxury hotels.
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Extended Stay Oakland
Alameda
Extended Stay America Oakland – Alameda Airport offers a welcoming retreat for travelers seeking a comfortable and convenient home away from home in the vibrant East Bay Area.
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Homewood Suites Oakland
Oakland
Situated along the picturesque estuary and marina in Oakland, California, the Homewood Suites by Hilton Oakland Waterfront offers a welcoming retreat for both two-legged and four-legged guests.
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Residence Inn Oakland Downtown
Oakland
Residence Inn Oakland Downtown offers fully appointed, dog-friendly suites that include a full-size stove top, refrigerator and dishwasher allowing each guest to settle in and feel at home.
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Kissel Uptown Oakland
Oakland
At the dog-friendly Kissel Uptown Oakland, stay in the core of the city’s most vibrant district, Uptown, the center of an eclectic arts and entertainment scene.
Read moreMotel 6 Oakland-Embarcadero
Oakland
Motel 6 Oakland-Embarcadero is a dog-friendly hotel in Oakland in California’s San Francisco Bay Area, welcoming guests and their four-legged companions.
Read moreMoxy Oakland Downtown
Oakland
Moxy Oakland Downtown greets travelers with a spirited guest experience in Oakland's Arts and Entertainment District, featuring a bright lobby with complimentary beverages at check-in.
Read moreRamada by Wyndham Oakland
Oakland
Retreat to Ramada by Wyndham Oakland Downtown City Center, conveniently located off I-880 and just nine miles from Oakland International Airport (OAK).
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Where to adopt a dog in the Bay Area
The Bay Area has dozens of rescue groups across San Francisco, the East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, North Bay, and Wine Country. We round up the shelters, breed-specific rescues, and senior dog sanctuaries ready to match you with your next…
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Dog-friendly patios in California: Your spring outdoor dining guide
Spring in California means one thing for dog owners: patio season is officially open. California legalized dogs on restaurant patios in 2014, and since then the dining scene for pup parents has only grown. Our statewide guide to dog-friendly outdoor…
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California’s housing crisis is overcrowding animal shelters
California's soaring rents and strict no-pet rental policies are forcing owners to surrender beloved dogs and cats. Shelters from Los Angeles to Oakland are overflowing as housing instability becomes the leading cause of pet relinquishment statewide.
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Hop on, paws up: JSX makes dog travel easy
JSX lets dogs fly in the cabin on 30-seat jets with no security lines and no cargo holds. Pups up to 79 pounds ride beside you on routes connecting Burbank, Oakland, Napa and other California cities, making weekend getaways stress-free.
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Planning a pet getaway? Airlines just changed the rules
Airlines have tightened pet travel rules, limiting cabin spots, ending emotional support animal policies and enforcing stricter crate requirements. California dog owners need to book early, prepare paperwork and plan ahead for smooth flights.
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Capitol Corridor’s pet-friendly rail program marks successful first year
The Capitol Corridor's Pets Onboard program has carried over 1,000 pets between Sacramento, Oakland and San Jose in its first year. Small dogs and cats ride for $29 each way, giving pet owners a practical alternative to highway traffic.
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