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September 2026

Black rescue dog and owner heading indoors as a bat flies far above a Monterey Bay coastal home.

September 27, 2026•California Dogs

What Should You Do If Your Dog Finds a Bat in California?

If your dog finds or mouths a bat in California, create distance, avoid touching the bat, and call the professionals who can assess the exposure.

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Leashed black dog walking with its owner on a shaded California trail in cool morning light.

September 23, 2026•California Coast

When Is It Too Hot to Walk Your Dog in California?

There is no single safe temperature for every dog. Use the weather, route, surface and your dog’s individual risk to decide when to move, shorten or skip a...

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Black dog resting beside an emergency kit in a quiet California coastal home.

September 19, 2026•California Dog Safety

How to Shelter in Place With Your Dog

After a Moss Landing shelter-in-place alert, here is the practical plan every dog household should know: get indoors, choose the right room, keep critical supplies ready and follow...

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