Person-sitting

I've been person-sitting one of Mama's friends, Marisa for a few days.  She needed extra puppy cuddles and snuggles, so I volunteered to help!  

I went to her house on Saturday after a hot day at Fog Fest.  I was so hot that Marisa gave me a nice cool soapy bath!  After my bath I felt so good I ran around the house for a long time!!  Finally I stopped and she gave me a yummy dinner.  We then stayed up and watched movies and snuggled in bed.  

It was really late when a man came right in to the house so I had to bark at him and protect Marisa. But Marisa seemed to know him since she said he was her "husband." Then she kissed him hello.  I gave him some room on the bed, and he finished the movie with us.  

On Sunday, Marisa's husband took me out to do my business the next morning and called me a "Good Boy" so I started to like him.  Marisa made me a yummy breakfast.  Then we all sat and watched a little television.  Marisa's husband left for what he called "work" so I stayed with Marisa and watched her clean the house.  She brought out a vacuum and I was a good boy and stayed on the couch out of her way.  She was spraying stuff and then wiping it off, moving clothes around, and brushing things. I just made sure to stay out of her way, but I kept an eye on her to make sure she did a good job. 

San Pedro Headlands: Arroyo Trail

Jim Sullivan at the Pacifica Tribune wrote a great review about the Arroyo Trail, which is accessible off Devil's Slide on the Pacifica (north) side.  My friends (pictured left) Holden, Cash, and Rocky tried the trail and loved it! Please note that this trail requires dogs to remain on-leash.  Please respect the trails by staying on leash and making sure your owner picks up after you!

Arroyo Trail is within Pacifica’s southern coastal zone and is a trail of unique charm and access value. The Arroyo Trail on Pedro Point Headlands lies within a steep-sided gully and is accompanied by a seasonal brook that is a tributary to the San Pedro Creek to its east.

The natural character of the trail is a user-worn path along the north side of the brook and lined by a large variety of plants that are members of both coastal scrub and coastal prairie plant communities. Monterey pine trees are abundant within the arroyo, with canopies spreading over parts of the trail.

Dog Hikes and Wine Tasting

If your human is like my Mama (a wine lover), then this is the perfect event for the two of you!  At Kunde Family Winery, they have Dog Hikes where your human can take you on a nice walk through their vineyards!

As the Kunde website says:

Fourth-Generation Winegrower Jeff Kunde and his Dogs Cooper and Marley cordially invite guests and their furry friends for a hike through the breathtaking Kunde Family Estate vineyards. Where else do dogs get such royal treatment? A hike along the Sonoma Valley floor — winding through oak woodlands, native grasslands and chaparral—trumps the dog park any day. In addition, earn an in-depth education in Kunde Family Estate's sustainable winegrowing practices from grape to glass. This moderately strenuous hike will last approximately 4 hours, concluding with a much-deserved wine tasting and wine country lunch. A portion of the fee for the Dog Hike will be donated to Canine Companions and Sonoma County Humane Society.

No, we can't drink the wine -- but our humans can and then they can always tell us how it was!

The next hike is on July 4th, from 9 AM to 1 PM.  You can have your human buy tickets here. For other hiking events at the Kunde vineyard, visit their website or call (707) 833-5501, extension 334. The winery is located at 9825 Sonoma Highway in Kenwood, CA 95452.

WolfTrax: Walk For a Dog App

Did you know that every time your human takes you on a walk you could be sending money to a local shelter to help other dogs?  It's true!  The WoofTrax app will take your walk and donate money to your favorite shelter!

It couldn't be easier!

How do you start?  Have your human go to the WoofTrax website, click “Get the App” at the top of the page, and install the free Android or iPhone app.

How does it work? Your human just takes the phone with you when you walk, presses the “Start Walking for …” button and the app will keep track of your walk. When your walk is stopped it is credited to your selected shelter or rescue. The more walking for that organization, the more WoofTrax can donate, so please spread the word.  The donations are sent approximately twice a year.

Again, word of mouth is key. The more actively walking with the app the greater the benefit for your favorite rescue or shelter.  So spread the word and let's walk to raise money for other dogs!

For more information, visit the WoofTrax website.

Out with Friends

I met my friends at the Pacifica Quarry Park to network and discuss doing business together.  It was a beautifully warm, sunny day and we had a great time catching up.

Left to right: Me, Rocky, Cash, and Jake (fellow contributor)

Rocky and Cash are owned by Jana Lane of Opes Advisors.

Jake is owned by Marisa Ryan of M. Ryan Media Design.

Devil's Slide Trail

Hi, it's me your roving reporter, Jake.  My buddy Mac (a border collie) and I decided to take our moms on a walk at the Devil's Slide trail here in Pacifica.  We chose a foggy day since there's little shaded areas.

 

Mom liked that there is easily marked parking on either side of the trail, but the number of spots are limited, so we had to circle around to finally park.  She and Mac's mom kept us on our leashes, because there are a lot of signs saying we can't be off-leash.  But I liked that on either side of the trail there are bathrooms, drinking fountains, and signs that give all the information of the trail and what you will see -- looks really nice and clean, too.

Oyster Point Walking Path

Hi there, fellow canines!  It's Jake, your roving reporter and I wanted to tell you about this great walk my Mom and I took the other day.  It's over by Oyster Point in South San Francisco, and there's this really long trail that is all nicely paved.  

The trail starts next to the Genentech biotechnology campus and runs from Point San Bruno Park, through Oyster Point Park and Marina, and goes to Oyster Point. The views of the boats docked are really amazing and there are some nice grassy places and shrubbery to sniff around in.  Besides the marina, there is a yacht club, and fishing pier around the 33-acre park, but we didn't walk the whole way since I get tired easily.