Can Dogs Get Leptospirosis at the Beach?
Carmel’s Poodle Day posted a timely beach warning. Here’s how leptospirosis exposure happens, what to avoid and when to call your veterinarian.
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September 2026
Can You Walk Your Dog During a Coastal Flood Advisory?
A Coastal Flood Advisory is not automatically a beach closure. Here’s how to decide whether today’s dog walk needs a higher, drier route.
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The Rescue Work That Happens Before a Dog Is Lost
Joybound’s newly approved Liberty Center points to a wider idea of rescue: crisis boarding, behavior support and practical planning that help dogs stay with their people.
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