Reserve summer campsites now
Photo by Jessica Bay.
You snooze, you lose when it comes to securing summertime campground reservations on the California coast or at popular vacation spots like Lake Tahoe. Read more.
Welcome to Paw Press, DogTrekker.com’s update on what’s happening in the dog world. We cover doggie events that we attend; provide updates on where we’ve been; inform you of new, dog-passionate lodging packages; and keep current with dog advocates’ on-going battles to maintain and grow access to dog-friendly areas.
Orvis contest supports canine cancer research
Photo by Darya Skorokhod.
We all know dogs aren’t just pets, they’re family. So when canine cancer claims a victim, the whole family suffers. One in four dogs will battle this disease in their lifetime, with half of them dying long before their time. In response, The Orvis Company announced that Orvis customers have raised over a million dollars for canine cancer research through the Orvis Cover Dog Photo Contest. All Read more.
Winterizing your dog
Winter fun in the snow.
Your vehicle isn’t the only thing that needs winterizing before you head up to snow country: your dog needs preventative maintenance, too! Some tips:
Always wash or wipe Lucy’s feet after a winter’s outing. She’ll otherwise try licking them clean, a natural behavior that could cause her to ingest toxic de-icers used on roads and parking lots. Read more.
Congratulations Dr. Erin Troy!
Out of over 2,100 professionals nominated throughout the country, DogTrekker’s very own Vet Buzz contributor Dr. Erin Troy, DVM, CCRP, of Muller Veterinary Hospital in Walnut Creek, was a finalist in American Veterinary Medical Foundation’s Favorite Veterinarian Contest. Read more.
Fireworks can send dogs running
Did you know that more pets run away on the Fourth of July than on any other day of the year? The bright lights and explosions of the fireworks can cause considerable stress to dogs. Read more.
Splash dog fun in Gold Country
Photo by Roberto Nickson.
If you are anywhere in the Amador, Calaveras, Folsom, or Greater Sacramento/Stockton area looking to get your pooch involved in Dock Diving, we have just the place. Gold Country Pet Resort, Ione, has opened a Dock Dog Diving pool and will soon have Splash Dogs certification. Read more.
Mushroom dangers – Even in the off season
Photo by Pascal Debrunner.
The last week of May, a dog ate a dried Death Cap mushroom at the trailhead of a UC Berkeley trail on the edge of Strawberry Canyon.
What's shocking about this event is that it happened well past mushroom season. Read more.
Five Halloween safety tips for your dog
Photo by Jamie Street.
It's that spooky time of year again. Here's our quick primer on keeping the four-legged members of your family safe and stress-free when the neighborhood fills up with ghosts and goblins.
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Exploring the Tri-Valley
Briones Regional Park, Contra Costa County, California, USA.
Head just east of San Francisco Bay Hills and you will find yourself in the dog–friendly Tri-Valley. This region, which takes its name from the adjacent Amador, Livermore and San Ramon valleys, is home to some of California’s most dog-friendly communities. Read more.
Say hello to Folsom
Folsom Lake. Photo by Simon Hurry.
Johnny Cash may have slipped Folsom into America’s psyche, but visitors will sing a different tune once they experience the vitality of this historic little city at the western gateway to California Gold Country. Read more.
Dog-Passionate Sacramento
Maya walking on the Sacramento River Trail. Photo by Roxanne Kendrick.
Dog-friendly California begins with Sacramento, as you will find out when you explore all the capital city has to offer, from hikes to scenic walks, dog parks to swim spots as well as numerous hotels and restaurants which welcome your furry friend. Read more.
Personalized gifts for dog lovers
Photo by Bjorn Agerbeek.
Looking for new and thoughtful gift ideas for your pet loving friends and family?
Personalized items with the name or picture of a beloved pet is at the top of the list. Read more.
Explore Concord with free doggie visitor’s guide
Photo by Visit Concord.
“Dogs Welcome Here!” isn’t just a tagline in Concord. Pups are central to the community’s fabric, and you’ll see that in the way hotels, restaurants, breweries, bars and parks put out the welcome bowls for four-legged visitors. Read more.
