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Animal Rescue of Anderson
Boonville
Animal Rescue of Anderson Valley in Boonville, El Dorado County, is a haven for dogs and cats in need of care and compassion.
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16 dog-friendly cabins on the Mendocino Coast
16 dog-friendly places to stay on the Mendocino Coast and inland Mendocino County—from cabins and cottages to inns, lodges, and historic lighthouse keeper homes—drawn from DogTrekker’s directory of vetted pet-welcoming properties. Every property below links to its full DogTrekker listing…
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Local pints, with your pup by your side
Mendocino County's beer trail winds from coastal Fort Bragg taprooms to inland gems like Anderson Valley Brewing Company's 30-acre beer park. Pet-friendly patios, fresh pub fare, and creative craft beers make this a tail-wagging tasting tour for dogs and their…
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Mendocino County wineries warmly welcome dogs
Mendocino County's Anderson Valley is one of the most dog-friendly wine regions in California. Nearly a dozen Highway 128 wineries welcome pups with treats, water bowls, fenced play areas and resident winery dogs.
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Must-attend events this summer and fall
California summers are packed with dog-friendly celebrations, from Sacramento River Cats Wet Nose Wednesdays and the Puptopia Festival in Big Bear to the Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon in San Diego and brewery fundraisers across the Bay Area. Here are our top…
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Skunk Train named top scenic train ride
The Skunk Train in Mendocino County earned a top-five spot in USA Today's Best Scenic Train Ride awards. Dogs are welcome aboard for the ride through redwood forests, and the surrounding area offers beaches, trails and breweries.
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Day 4: The dog-friendly delights of Highway 128
Highway 128 winds through Mendocino's Anderson Valley past dog-friendly wineries, farmstead cheese stops, and craft breweries. Tasting rooms hand out treats, and spots like Pennyroyal Farm even feature sheep-herding border collies.
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