Oct 10 2008
The Dog Days of Summer: Getting Out and About With Our Four-Legged Friends
Ok, so I realize that we are well into October and that the brisk, blustery winds and ominous-looking rainclouds are sure-fire signs of the rapidly approaching fall season; however, there is still time to make use of the last of the sun’s summer rays by getting out of the house with our furry friends! From dog parks to dog beaches to–and I’m being dead serious here–dog buses, Orange County offers plenty of opportunities for you and your pet to have some outdoor fun!
Dog Parks:These pet-friendly parks are the perfect place for your dog to make some new friends and run wild without the restraints of a leash. Many dog parks offer some special perks for your pooch, including shaded resting areas and doggie bowls perfect for parched perros. The Laguna Niguel Pooch Park, located at 31461 Golden Lantern, is a great option for pets and their people in the Dana Point/Laguna Niguel area. For those canines with a bit of an artistic streak, the Laguna Canyon Dog Park is located just down the road from the Sawdust Festival at 20612 Laguna Canyon Rd.
Dog Beaches: These days, the surf and sand isn’t just for us humans! The Huntington Beach Dog Beach, running from 21st Street to Seapoint in Huntington, has been named Orange County’s “dogfriendliest beach” by ocdogfriendly.com due to its wide expanse of sandy, leash-free fun. For those of us in South County, Laguna Beach allows leashed dogs to explore its miles of pristine shoreline from September 17th through May 31st. Need a ride? The Doggie Bus provides free rides from Tustin to Huntingon Beach Dog Beach most weekends! Head on over to doggiebus.com for more info, including an updated schedule.
For a complete list of dog parks and beaches in Orange County, as well as plenty of other ideas for having fun with your four-legged friend, be sure to check out these great websites:
