Other rescues/shelters
Butte County Animal Control
Oroville
Butte County Animal Control is a lost dog resource in Oroville in California’s Shasta Cascade.
Read moreButte Humane Society
Chico
The Butte Humane Society (BHS) in Butte County, California, established in 1911, is a renowned non-profit agency dedicated to providing compassionate care to dogs, cats, and other animals.
Read moreChico Animal Shelter
Chico
Chico Animal Shelter is a lost dog resource in Chico in California’s Shasta Cascade.
Read moreNorthwest SPCA
Oroville
The Northwest S.P.C.A., located in Oroville, Shasta County, is a renowned private, non-profit corporation established in 1980 to champion animal welfare and responsible pet ownership in the Shasta Cascade region.
Read moreSmall Dog Rescue
Chico
Small Dog Rescue, Inc. is a not-for-profit, all-volunteer organization located in Chico, California. This dedicated group of volunteers specializes in rescuing, training, and finding forever homes for small dogs weighing under 20 pounds.
Read moreMore Adventures in Butte County
Sheepdog trials in California: Brilliant dogs, bewildered sheep
Sheepdog trials test outrun, fetch, drive, shed, and pen on a scored 100-point course. California hosts a deep trial tradition, and the USBCHA National Finals return to Alturas in 2026. Expect brilliant Border Collies and deeply unimpressed sheep.
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4 high-elevation dog-friendly hikes for late wildflower season
California's high country blooms a full month or two after the valleys. Four dog-friendly hikes where wildflowers are still climbing into June and July: Carson Pass, Panther Meadows on Mount Shasta, the June Lake Loop, and the country around Lassen.
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4-day dog-friendly autumn itinerary
This four-day autumn itinerary covers Yosemite Mariposa County's best dog-friendly adventures, from historic foothill towns to scenic trails inside and beyond the park. Visit in fall for lower prices, fewer crowds, and golden light on the valley's iconic granite walls.
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8 dog-friendly lakes near Southern California
When Southern California heats up, head to these eight dog-friendly lakes within three hours of the city. From Castaic Lake's golden foothills to Big Bear's alpine waters, each spot offers shoreline access and cool relief for overheated pups.
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California’s new dog-friendly rules will blow your mind
California's dog-friendly travel scene expanded dramatically in 2025, with new CDC travel regulations, luxury hotel pet packages in Napa and San Diego, expanded airport relief areas, and tech tools that simplify planning trips with your pup. California's reputation as a…
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Dog lover’s guide to California’s state parks and lakes
California's state parks offer lakeside romps and woodland strolls for leashed dogs. From splashing at Lake Tahoe and Folsom Lake to camping at Lake Oroville, here's your guide to trail etiquette, rules and the best pup-approved park adventures.
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