Explore Sacramento’s ‘big back yard’ with your pup

As the seasons change and the smoke from Northern California wildfires gives way to crystal-blue skies, opportunities for exploring Sacramento and the destinations in its “big back yard” expand. Make the state capital your home base and take off from there. Here is the best of dog-friendly Sacramento and neighboring communities:

• Capital canine discoveries
• East to the foothills and apples galore
• Raise a glass to the dog-friendly delta
• Dog-friendly fun in Folsom