PUPPY LOVE
PUPPY LOVE
P E T S A L L O W E D
BOB WHITE
FOUR LEGGED FUN
THERE WAS A TIME when traveling with a dog could get you treated like a shady character but these days , often , your dog is as welcome as you are ! Fortunately , the days of leaving your dog home when you travel are gone . A look through our lodging guide reveals a wide range of options that are pet-friendly and dogs are also welcome at many of our best restaurants - just look for the paw print next to listings in our “ Lodging Section ” pages 65 , 114 – 119 and our “ Dining Section ,” pages 98 – 108 .
OFF LEASH PARKS : When a workout is in order , the “ Dogs Run Free ” area in Condon Park in Grass Valley is perfect . Pioneer Park in Nevada City is also an “ unofficial ” dog park or if you ’ d prefer a
By Mark Winkler
Above : Western Gateway Dog Park , Penn Valley
Left : Dogs Run Free off leash dog park , Grass Valley
trip to Western Gateway Park in Penn Valley , there ’ s a great dog park there too . Truckee River Regional Park welcomes leashed dogs May 1 – October 31 and unleashed if under control the rest of the year .
ON LEASH PICKS : Bridgeport ’ s South Yuba River State Park is a delight , where dogs on-leash are allowed on all trails . Another fine place to hike with your dog is the Independence Trail , which takes off from Highway 49 north of Nevada City .
We know you ’ re out to have responsible fun and you ’ ll be sure to be courteous along the way because if you didn ’ t , you wouldn ’ t be the person your dog thinks you are . That ’ s why you and your dog are welcome all around Nevada County !
OFF LEASH DOG PARKS
Dog Park at Western Gateway Park 18560 Penn Valley Dr ., Penn Valley westerngatewaydogpark . org
Dogs Run Free Dog Park Condon Park , 660 Minnie St ., Grass Valley
Truckee Regional Park Seasonal off leash park : Leashed dogs are welcome May 1 – October 31 . All dogs must be under strict voice and visual control from November 1 – April 30
STAY DOG FRIENDLY
Watch for the pawprints in our Lodging Sections , pages 65 , 114 – 119
EAT DOG FRIENDLY
Watch for the pawprints in our Dining Section , pages 98 – 108
DOGGIE DAY CARE
Truckee Tahoe Pet Lodge 10960 West River Street , Truckee , CA . ( 530 ) 582-5850
DOG FRIENDLY BREWERIES
ol ’ Republic Brewery Dogs ( on a leash ) are allowed in the beer garden 124 Argall Way , Nevada City . ( 530 ) 264-7263
DOG FRIENDLY WINERIES Watch for the pawprints , pages 110-114
Avanguardia Wines , Grass Valley Double Oak Vineyards , Nevada City Fawnridge Winery , Auburn
HIKING VIA GONDOLA
Northstar Resort Leashed dogs are welcome to ride the Gondola and hike with guests while on leash in the Mountain Biking & Hiking Park .
SKI WITH GEORGE
Tahoe Donner Cross Country Dogs allowed on the Cup of Tea , Piece of Cake and Dogonit trails
MUSIC TO FLOPPY EARS
Pioneer Park Picnic Pops Series Nevada City . Family-oriented , dog-friendly , and FREE . nccb . org
Comprehensive Care For Dogs & Cats Professional , Compassionate Hospital Staff
Medical Boarding
Veterinary Hospital
Rob Avery , DVM Maria DeCarlo , DVM
www . fortheloveofpetsvet . com • 561 Idaho-Maryland Road • Grass Valley • 530.477.5683
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