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Your pup-friendly guide to California snow season

Your pup-friendly guide to California snow season

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Your pup-friendly guide to California snow season

Here in California, 2023 kicked off with a flurry of snowfall and storms. That means packed ski resorts and endless winter activities for families and their four-legged friends. To celebrate – and to help you make the most of this spectacular season – we’re running DogTrekker’s annual snow issue a little early this year!

The recent record snowfall created unbeatable ski conditions and brought flakes to dog-friendly SNO-Parks, snowshoeing trails and more. Whether you’re a seasoned snow-venturer or planning your first snow-zone trip with the pup, dream big with this guide to dog-friendly winter travel in the Golden State.

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