Pet services
Looking for a vet, or a local pet sitter or dog-walker in California? Here's the info for you. Check out our California dog services. We have a list of vetted local businesses in California that you can choose from. From dog-sitters and walkers to trainers and groomers, we've got you covered!
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What every dog lover should learn from the Miranda’s case
A Humboldt County rescue that took 1,200-plus dogs from California shelters is under criminal investigation. Here's what the case reveals about the system — and how to vet a rescue yourself in 20 minutes.
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Bark n’ Brewfest
The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA's annual Bark n' Brewfest returns to Washington Park in Burlingame on June 27, offering guests the chance to sample beers from more than 20 local brewers while meeting adoptable animals looking for forever homes…
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Puptopia Festival
Calling all dog lovers and pet parents! You're invited to come out to the Big Bear Puptopia Festival on July 25 for a tail-wagging day of fun in Veterans Park. Enjoy the Pawground, relax in the K9 Lounge, watch stunt…
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Foxtails and California dogs: what to know before summer
Foxtails peak from May through October across California — and their one-way barb makes them a veterinary emergency when embedded. Here's where to check your dog, what symptoms to watch for, and when to call the vet.
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Leptospirosis in California dogs: a Bay Area owner’s guide
Leptospirosis is now a core canine vaccine, and Northern California — especially the Bay Area, North Coast, and Sierra foothills — is one of the higher-risk pockets in the country. What the latest peer-reviewed research says about the disease, the…
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Rattlesnake season for California dogs: vaccine, training, and response
Bites peak April through October, an estimated 150,000 dogs and cats are bitten nationwide each year, and most of the field “first aid” you read on the internet makes the bite worse. The honest, source-checked guide for California dog owners…
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