Dogs are welcome at almost all our houses. Any time
of year, your canine companions will have a great time
at the Russian River. In our experience, if they have
a wonderful time, so will you!
If you have photos of your dogs at the river you would
like us to post, please e-mail
them in high resolution and we'll add them to our doggy
photo gallery.
We are very dog-friendly, but we can remain so only
if dog owners strictly adhere to our rules. Violation
of any of these rules will mean additional charges and
in all likelihood your dog will be barred from future
bookings; grievous violation, such as a persistently
barking dog, will result in termination of the booking
without refund. Here are the house rules:
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Portuguese Water Dogs
Racing into the Russian River.
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- Absolutely no dogs on furniture, including beds, unless
on a blanket you provide. Keep in mind that dog hair left
behind is a dead-giveaway.
 Dogs
can never be left alone outside or in. Even the best behaved
dog will bark or become destructive. The only exception
is a crated dog who remains quiet. For a pet sitter, please
contact Elizabeth at 707-869-0663 or eichhold@sonic.net.
Responsible, loving care, days or evenings. Minimum 3 hrs;
four dogs maximum.- You must clean up after your dog; if you need plastic
bags, there is a bin outside Safeway in Guerneville where
you can pick them up at no cost.
- Please keep your dog on leash outside the house grounds
except at some beaches where non-aggressive dogs can run
leash-free. Many of the yards here are not fenced so you
need to make sure your dog stays on the grounds of the house
you rented. If you are on the creek, make sure your dog
does not cross over the creek into other people's property.
Neighbors will call us to complain about roaming dogs.
- Do not allow dogs to bark and annoy neighbors. If a neighbor
reports a persistently barking dog, we send a staff person
to assess the situation. If the dog has been left alone
and is barking, we will leave you a note terminating the
booking.
- Please groom your dog if your dog is a shedding type and
try to leave as little dog hair behind as possible.
- Do not leave dog food outside. It will attract raccoons
who could then pose a threat to the dog.
Now, it's time to have fun with your
dog at the river!
Sorry, no cats; too many people are allergic to them;
small animals in cages are fine.
Dogs Outdoors | top
There are numerous options for having fun with your dog outdoors.
If your rental has its own beach, your dog can run leash-free
on that beach, as well as swim. Just be careful to keep your
dog within the grounds of the property you rented---there
are often no fences.
Ocean Beaches
There are a number of coastal beaches where dogs are permitted.
Although they may technically require leashes, you in fact
are likely to see dogs leash-free. The one exception is Goat
Rock. The harbor seals have their seasonal nursery here and
dogs are strictly prohibited within a designated area close
to the nursery and must be on leash outside that area to protect
the seals. Sonoma County ocean beaches that allow dogs:
*These beaches are all located between Jenner and
Bodega on Highway 1. There are maps that show the locations
in this pdf
brochure - scroll to pages 5-8.
Dogs are not allowed at Salmon Creek North, Salmon Creek
South, Miwok Beach, Coleman Beach
Armstrong Redwoods SR
The reserve is not to be missed and your dogs are welcome
on leash on the roads, in the picnic areas, and in the campgrounds,
but not on the trails. The reserve is in Guerneville, north
on Armstrong Woods Road. After a few miles, the road will
end in the park. Parking and admission are free; nominal charge,
plus dog fee, to drive into the park. The serene, majestic
beauty of this Grove is a living reminder of the magnificent
primeval redwood forest that covered much of this area before
logging operations began during the 19th century. Armstrong
Redwoods preserves stately and magnificent Sequoia sempervirens,
commonly known as the coast redwood. These trees are a testament
to the wonders of the natural world. The Grove offers solace
from the hustle and bustle of daily life, offering the onlooker
great inspiration and a place for quiet reflection.
The ancient coast redwood is the tallest living thing on
our planet! These remarkable trees live to be 500-1,000 years
old, grow to a diameter of 12-16 feet, and stand from 200-250
feet tall. Some trees survive over 2000 years and tower above
350 feet. Coast redwoods are classified as temperate rainforests
and they need wet and mild climates to survive. The rainfall
in Armstrong Redwoods averages 55 inches per year and the
trees are often shrouded in a mystical fog that helps to maintain
the moist conditions needed for the redwoods to survive.
Off-Leash Dog Parks
There is a huge river-front dog park in Monte Rio. Turn right
into the driveway to the Monte Rio Beach parking area just
before crossing the Monte Rio Bridge heading south. At the
bottom of the drive, turn right. The beach area downstream
of the bridge is doggy heaven. There are also several in Santa
Rosa, 15 - 20 miles away:
Boating
One of the best adventure trips you can take with your dog
is canoeing from Healdsburg to Wohler Bridge with Russian
River Adventures. Dogs are welcome on this ride as you
travel down the most secluded section of the river; there
are no clanking metal canoes, just silent inflatable canoes
that are extremely comfortable and safe. There are numerous
spots to stop along the way to swim, hang out, or eat lunch.
This is a terrific experience for both you and Fido!
Russian
River Outfitters, located in Duncans Mills, provides very
stable sit-on-top kayaks for rental. Your dog is welcome to
sit on top with you. Just 4.5 miles from the coast, this part
of the river is wide with little development. You may well
see harbor seals and ocean birds as well as a great variety
of birds that regularly inhabit this area. You can kayak to
Jenner-by-The-Sea where the Russian River meets the Pacific
Ocean and the Outfitters will shuttle you back to Duncans
Mills.
For more dog fun information for our guests,
click
here. This page is password-protected so please contact
us for the username and password after your booking is confirmed.
Dog Friendly Dining | top
Restaurants with outside dining; call ahead to make sure
dogs are okay, as owners and policies change from time to
time:
Cape
Fear Café
25191 Main Street, Duncans Mills; T: 707-865-9246
Fine dining with a Cajun flair featuring memorable breakfasts,
brunch (weekends only), lunch and dinners (closed daily 2:30-5:00PM).
Coffee Bazaar at Cinnabar
14045 Armstrong Woods Road just north of Hwy 116, Guerneville;
707-869-9706
Spacious, casual place for coffee, a light meal, and ice cream.
Light fare includes sandwiches, calzones, pastries & cakes,
coffee & tea, Italian sodas, ice cream, sundaes &
shakes. Their sidewalk seating enjoys an overhead mister on
the hottest days.
Flavors Unlimited
16450 Hwy 116, across from Safeway, Guerneville; 707-869-0425
Made to order soft serve sundae extravaganzas, fried food
sensations, and candy galore.
Garden
Grill
17132 Highway 116, Guerneville; T: 707-869-3922; gardengrill@ap.net
Natural freshly ground Angus beef burgers, hand-cut meats,
fresh-baked rolls, soups and salads. Tuesday - Sunday 6am
- 3pm, closed Mondays. They will bring your dog a water bowl.
Henweigh
Café
4550 Gravenstein Hwy N - Rt 116 at the intersection of Guerneville
Rd., next to Mom's Apple Pie.; T: 707-829-7500
"Classic American cuisine with a contemporary flare." Comfortable
dog friendly patio. W & Th: 11-8; F: 11-8:30 Sat: 11-8:30;
Sunday Brunch: 9:30-2:00.
Koala's Fine Food
16380 Mill Street, Guerneville; T: 707-869-3300
Authentic Sushi, delicious burgers.
Korbel
Delicatessen & Market
13250 River Road, Guerneville; T: 707-824-7313; info@korbel.com
Award winning delicatessen featuring gourmet sandwiches and
wine country cuisine.
Main Street Station
16280 Main Street, Guerneville; T: 707-869-0501; pizza@mainststation.com
Award winning premier acoustic Jazz and Blues venue. Great
pizza and house specialties..
Northwood
Restaurant
19400 Highway 116, Monte Rio; T: 707-865-2454; info@northwoodrestaurant.com
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch overlooking the
historic Northwood Golf Course.
Roadhouse
Restaurant at Dawn Ranch Lodge
16467 River Road, Guerneville. T: 707-869-0656;
Dinner. Outdoor deck overlooking swimming pool.
Russian
River Pub
11829 River Road, Forestville; T: 707-887-7932;
Fun place, good food. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Russian
River Resort
16390 4th Street, Guerneville; T: 707-869-0691; Toll free:
800-417-3767; info@russianriverresort.com
Restaurant, Bar & Game Room. Primarily gay, but always
a good mix. Very dog-friendly; say hello to Patches, the owner's
bearded collie
Sizzling Tandoor
9960 Hwy 1, Jenner; T: 707-865-0625
Simply wonderful Indian and Tandoori food near the junction
of River Road (Hwy 116) and Scenic Hwy 1. Turn left when you
get to Hwy 1 and it's just over the bridge, with a great view
of the mouth of the river. Tends to be windy on the patio.
Stumptown
Brewery
They have a huge deck overlooking their 2 acre river front
(pet friendly). It's the ideal setting to enjoy their brews,
other local brews and their food. 15045 River Rd, Guerneville;
T: 707-869-0705
Village
Inn Restaurant
20822 River Boulevard, Monte Rio; T: 707-865-2304
Superb classic American cuisine casually served indoors and
outdoors overlooking the Russian River. Award winning wine
list and full bar. Reservations recommended.
Wine & Cheese Tasting of Sonoma County
25179 Main Street, Duncans Mills; T: 707-865-0565; wtoscty@sonic.net
Sonoma County's finest wines and cheeses. Taste wines from
all over Sonoma County in one location.
Dog-Friendly Sonoma County Wineries | top
Most of this list was posted on Sfist.com. Dog-friendly does
not mean your pup is necessarily welcome to enter the wine-tasting
room. Please ask. But all of these have spaces where dogs will
be happy while their owners do taste. Please let us know if
your experience is "au contraire" and let us know if you find
dog-friendly wineries we should add to the list.
- Alderbrooke
- Arista Winery
Guest Review: "Not only was the wine good, the owners
are good people as well. There are a lot of little nooks
that you can hang with your dog and have wine and a picnic."
- C. Donatiello
(formerly Belvedere)
Guest Review: "...the new winery C. Donatiello is there
and is very pet friendly. They do not allow pets in the
building but has a great lawn and nice trees where you can
tie up in the shade while you taste the wine. From the tasting
room you can see the lawn / dog. I like this place the best
due to relaxed / comfortable environment for both people
and dog."
- DeLoach
- Dutton Goldfield
- Gary Farrell
- Iron Horse
- Joseph Swan Vineyards
- Lambert Bridge
- Mazzocco
- Murphy
Goode
- Russian
Hill Estate
Guest Review: "very dog friendly and no problem off leash
here. Main down side here is that they do not have any lawn
or out of the way place to kick back and enjoy the wine.
The place just needs to be landscaped better. Overall good
people and the wine is great as well."
- Seghesio
- Stephen & Walker
- Taft Street
- Wilson Winery
Grooming & Health | top
We have a master groomer here at the river and she works from
a mobile van. She generally books up six to eight weeks in advance,
so if you want a superb grooming you'll need to call her well
in advance. Wizard of Paws, 707-869-9966.
Guerneville Veterinary Clinic, at 16338 1st Street in Guerneville,
provides general veterinary assistance during regular business
hours. Call 707-869-0688. For 24-hour emergency services,
Pet Care in Santa Rosa provides absolutely excellent care.
They are a 20 minute drive from downtown Guerneville, at 1370
Fulton Road, just a few yards south of Guerneville Road. Call
first: 707-579-5900.
At the river, there are lots of fleas and ticks; some of
the ticks are deer ticks which carry Lyme's Disease. It is
extremely important that your dog come with a preventative
such as Frontline. It takes a few days for these products
to take effect. Seasonally, we also have nasty burrs in the
brush on some of the beaches. If your dog has long hair, you
might end up having to brush out and cut out these burrs,
so it's a good idea to bring appropriate tools. Try to spot
the areas where there are burrs and keep your dog away from
them.
Other Services | top
Dog walking/dog sitting: Contact Elizabeth
at 707-869-0663 or eichhold@sonic.net.
$13/hr; 4 hrs for $50; minimum 3 hrs. $4.00/hr for second dog;
four dogs maximum. Responsible, loving care, days or evenings.
Please note that dogs may not be left alone uncrated in our
vacation homes.
Doggie
Day Care: Playdates for dogs staying in
our dog friendly homes; for guests staying in non-dog friendly
homes, doggie sleepovers where owners can retrieve their dogs
to go on day-time excursions. Located between Sebastopol and
Forestville.
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