DogTrekker’s DogCation Sweepstakes promises the best of outdoor summer fun. This month, you and your 4-legged friends could win a three-night stay in the doggone best vacation rental in South Lake Tahoe.
By DogTrekker, of Broadway Animal Hospital

Save Our Skunk

A tunnel collapse on Mendocino County’s dog-friendly Skunk Train line has inspired a new campaign titled Save Our Skunk to raise more than $300,000 needed to resume full train routes. The Skunk Train is one of Northern California’s most popular activities, and draws riders from around the world. The Train is privately owned and managed, and has key historical significance. When San Francisco had to be rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake, the Skunk Train became the vital link to haul the lumber, people and supplies. Hundreds of thousands of travelers have enjoyed Skunk Train rides through towering redwoods.
By DogTrekker, of Broadway Animal Hospital

Proud Mutts at SF’s Pride Parade

Muttville’s Mutts and volunteers will be marching proudly with their tails high at this year’s San Francisco Pride Parade. Join us and our “Disco Dog” crew as we “hustle” down the streets of San Francisco in support of our LGBT community and allies. Come on down and wave hello to our crazy gang of walkers. Want to walk in the parade with Muttville? Sign up to volunteer and we can get you all set up. The Parade kicks off at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 30 at Market & Beale and ends at Market & 8th Street in downtown San Francisco Muttville marchers will be handing out some pretty sweet swag and giveaways. Don’t miss us and our rag tag crew! Check out Muttville Senior Dog Rescue events page here.
By DogTrekker, of Broadway Animal Hospital

Sausalito Jazz & Blues

DogTrekker.com visited Sausalito’s free music celebration “Jazz & Blues By The Bay” last Friday evening and were amazed at the number of pups in the crowd. Breathtaking views of Angel Island and San Francisco are the backdrop to this weekly musical celebration that features different local jazz and blues performers each week. Jazz & Blues By The Bay takes place every Friday night during the summer (May 31 – August 23, 2013) at Gabrielson Park in Sausalito. Food and refreshments are available for purchase from local non-profit groups, or you can bring your own picnic for you (please shop at local stores, deli’s and restaurants) and bones for Fido. Check out Jazz & Blues dogs that were grooving to the sounds last Friday.
By DogTrekker, of Broadway Animal Hospital

Last Call For Photos

All photos for the Dogs of Capture California, the outdoor social media game, need to be submitted no later than this Wednesday, July 24th, at midnight. Voting for your favorite dog photo goes through July 31st -- you can vote by 'liking' your favorite on the Capture California Facebook page. Each registered Capture California team (visit www.capturecalifornia.com to register) may submit a photo of a dog out on a California adventure. To submit a photo of your dog adventuring outdoors, email gamecoordinator@capturecalifornia.com. The winner of the contest wins a Little River Inn “DogCation,” which includes 2 nights lodging in a pet-friendly Oceanview Room at the Little River Inn on the Mendocino coast, with fireplace and breakfast for two with your dog in your room or in the parlor (a prize worth over $500).