Dog stories
Our DogTrekker writers know dog-friendly California like your pup knows the treat jar—intimately and enthusiastically. Whether sniffing out beaches in San Diego, dog-friendly wineries in Sonoma, hiking trails in the Sierra, or cozy mountain cabins near Big Bear Lake, we're your trusted guides for dog travel. From bustling cities to hidden wilderness gems, we fetch reliable tips, insights, and local secrets to make traveling with your four-legged friend effortless. Trust DogTrekker to lead you and your pup to tail-wagging dog travel adventures across dog-friendly California.
A Mammoth adventure!
Stacy D. and her sweet pup, Ginger, recently explored some of California's most stunning landscapes.
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Take your dog to work day!
Created by Pet Sitters International (PSI) to celebrate the great companions dogs make and promote...
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Go with the rivers’ flow
Your dog may not be able to paddle her own canoe, but you’ll have a...
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More wet ways to play
Stand-Up Paddleboarding, SUP for short, is an emerging sport with Hawaiian heritage that’s caught on...
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Tahoe under paws: Lake Tahoe dog beaches
Lake Tahoe —aka “Big Blue—is Northern California’s favorite summer playground, but to enjoy it to...
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Off-leash beaches for chasing waves
For water-loving canines, nothing beats fetching a bright yellow tennis ball from the surf and...
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Acupuncture for dogs
By Dr. Angela Gaeto, DVM, of the Helen Woodward Animal Center community in San Diego...
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Overweight pets
By Dr. Angela Gaeto, DVM, of the Helen Woodward Animal Center community in San Diego...
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DogTrekker applause!
Photo Credit: Melanie B. Melanie B. wrote in to let us know that she discovered...
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From wine to bristlecone pines
There are many ways to get to the High Sierra, all of them scenic, some...
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Monterey bay labrador retriever rescue
Monterey Bay Labrador Retriever Rescue got its start four years ago when some longtime Lab...
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Swooning for wildflowers
One of the most prolific wildflower shows in California blooms in early July at Carson...
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Roam among giants
We’re all familiar with giant sequoias, those massive, awe-inspiring sentinels of the forest found only...
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Have dog, will travel to Santa Cruz
Have dog, will travel. And you know a great place that you and your four-legged...
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Camping safety
By Dr. Shannon Leggieri, DVM, Claremont Veterinary Hospital, San Rafael, CA Nothing is more invigorating...
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Waggin’ trails rescue foundation
Location, location, location. If you're a shelter dog, it can make the difference between life...
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What to pack for your pup
Provisioning your pup on a camping trip isn’t so different from provisioning for any other...
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Top paw-tested campgrounds
We don’t claim to be personally familiar with every campground in California, but our experiences...
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