Specializing in dog-friendly wineries, Gale Vineyards in Butte County is a haven for wine enthusiasts seeking a pet-friendly tasting experience. Inspired by winemaking traditions from France, Italy, and Spain, this award-winning winery crafts small-batch wines from meticulously selected grapes.
The Shasta Cascade region east of Redding is one of California's fastest-growing wine areas. From the volcanic-soil Manton Valley AVA to downtown Redding tasting rooms and Butte County vineyards, dog-friendly wineries are waiting to surprise you.
California's dog-friendly travel scene expanded dramatically in 2025, with new CDC travel regulations, luxury hotel pet packages in Napa and San Diego, expanded airport relief areas, and tech tools that simplify planning trips with your pup.
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DogTrekker's spring and summer 2025 event guide highlights pup-friendly fundraisers across California. From Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk to the Sacramento SPCA Doggy Dash and Woofstock Chico, your participation supports rescue efforts that change animal lives.
DogTrekker's spring and summer 2025 event guide spotlights pup-friendly fundraisers supporting California animal welfare groups. Join walks, costume contests and festivals from Pasadena to Sacramento to Chico, and help fund rescue efforts and medical care that save lives.
New to Redding? Start at the Shasta Cascade Welcome Center, then walk the Sundial Bridge over the Sacramento River. From Whiskeytown Falls to botanical gardens to local breweries, here are our top picks for first-time visitors with dogs.
California's Central Valley holds surprises for dogs and train lovers alike. Ride vintage electric cars at the Western Railway Museum near Suisun City, or hop aboard the Sacramento River Fox Train for a leisurely round trip through Gold Rush country.