Featured rescues/shelters
Companion Animal Foundation
Eureka
Companion Animal Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit animal rescue organization formed in 2002 in response to the high euthanasia rate of adoptable animals in Humboldt County.
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Friends for Life Animal Rescue
Eureka
Friends for Life Animal Rescue is a dog rescue and shelter organization in Eureka in California’s North Coast dedicated to finding loving homes for dogs in need.
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Eureka
The Sequoia Humane Society, located in Eureka, Humboldt County, on the North Coast, is a reputable no-kill shelter dedicated to reducing pet overpopulation through adoption, spay/neuter programs, and education.
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Eight dog‑friendly stays between Mendocino and the Oregon border
Eight small lodges between Mendocino and the Oregon border treat dogs like honored guests. From Little River Inn's cliff-top rooms to Requa Inn's salmon scraps at breakfast, each property sits near trails through ancient redwood groves.
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Follow the sun to Greater Ontario
Greater Ontario, or GOCAL, is an under-the-radar Southern California gem for dog-friendly travel. Hike San Gabriel Mountain trails, shop at Victoria Gardens with your pup, treat them to a Doggie Delights cupcake, and settle into one of several pet-welcoming hotels.
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Peak fun for pups and people in Plumas County
Plumas County sits between Mount Lassen and Lake Tahoe, with national forest covering over 75% of the land. Dogs can hike canyons and ridges, splash in Lake Almanor, explore charming Quincy and enjoy pet-friendly lodges and breweries throughout the county.
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Only in California
Contra Costa County is packed with pup-friendly taprooms and craft breweries, and Concord makes an ideal base. Hike the Iron Horse Trail or stroll through Mount Diablo State Park to work up a thirst before hitting the taps.
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Outdoor dining with your pup
Skip the takeout containers and treat yourself and your pup to a dog-friendly patio meal in Concord. Nearly every restaurant with outdoor seating welcomes well-behaved dogs, from Lazy Dog and Hop Grenade to Eureka and Guadalajara Grill.
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Four ways to a happier deaf dog
Living with a deaf dog is more rewarding than you might expect. A vet tech shares four tips, from teaching hand signals and alerting your dog to your presence to keeping them leashed on hikes for safety.
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