Amid the growing concern over the coronavirus COVID-10, DogTrekker.com’s top priority is to promote the health and safety of its two million plus readers and their furry family friends. The recent order to shelter in place by public health officials in San Francisco, Berkeley and six other Bay Area counties, and other restrictions statewide, will certainly be disruptive to everyday life, but crucial in controlling the spread of the virus. Here is an up-to-date list of park district policies during this time.

It's been said that not all heroes wear capes. This is definitely the case for Kwane Stewart, who does his do-gooding in scrubs (armed with a medical bag and treats) on the streets of California. Better known as The Street Vet, he has been assisting the state's homeless population by helping treat and care for their pets since 2011.