Welcome to the first entry of Dog Pawrents of the Bay Area! In case you haven’t read the About Me section, I’m Karla and I have a dog-child named Mocha. I regularly spend hours trying to plan the best family outings that can include Mocha. Since I know I’m not the only one, I decided to create a blog about dogs and their dog-loving humans to maximize all of the resources and destinations available in the Bay Area. This blog is intended to be the go-to place for all the needs us dog parents have when trying to navigate the Bay Area.

You might be wondering why, when there are already great websites like BringFido and Dog Trekker, I decide to create another blog to talk about dogs and dog-friendly activities. Truth is, I consult the above-mentioned websites all the time and while they’re a great resource, they are not personal. They are either very broad, not always updated and usually exclude “bedroom communities” or smaller cities where a lot of us live. The San Francisco Bay Area is sprawling and every city has its dos and don’t when it comes to dogs. Luckily (and not so lucky sometimes) Mocha and I have discovered the best and worst destinations to enjoy life together!

Furthermore, the longer I live here the more I realize how many activities dog parents can do and how little information is there in comparison. From a fancy brunch or healthy breakfast to dog-loving wineries, the Bay Area can be a true dog-lovers paradise… if you know where to look.

On the other hand, thinking about the millions of websites dedicated to helping parents find resources for their kids, from pediatrician recommendations to food reviews and baby sitter recommendations, I’m here to even the field for dog parents.

Dog parents also need help, resources, information, a community and sometimes, a place to vent with someone who understands their love for their furry family members.

As I grow and develop this blog, wait for topics covering:

• Special Events
• Doggie Meetups
• Food Recommendations
• Dog-friendly recipes
• An ever-growing guide of my favorite dog-friendly destinations

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If you are a Bay Area Dog Pawrent, say hi and stay tuned.