The Journal

California lifestyle journal with recommendations, and writing about west coast life — with your dog or without. Where and what to eat in San Diego and beyond. The best dog-friendly beaches. Gear worth owning. Destinations worth the drive.

Valentina Restaurant Encinitas
Where to Eat in Leucadia: A Local’s Guide to the Best Restaurants on the 101Food & Drink

Where to Eat in Leucadia: A Local’s Guide to the Best Restaurants on the 101

April 12, 202610 min Read More
Coastal North County San Diego Hiking Trails - Torrey Pines
Coastal North County San Diego Hiking Trails: The Best Trails and Beach WalksOutdoors

Coastal North County San Diego Hiking Trails: The Best Trails and Beach Walks

April 12, 202616 min Read More
Dog Friendly Santa Cruz
Dog Friendly Santa Cruz: A Practical Guide to Beaches, Parks & PatiosDog CareTravel with Dogs

Dog Friendly Santa Cruz: A Practical Guide to Beaches, Parks & Patios

April 4, 202617 min Read More
Dog Friendly Beaches in San Diego
Dog-Friendly Beaches in San Diego: A Local’s Honest GuideDog CareTravel with Dogs

Dog-Friendly Beaches in San Diego: A Local’s Honest Guide

April 8, 202613 min Read More
Vegetable Tanned vs. Chrome Tanned Leather: Why It Matters for Your Dog’s LeashShopping Guides

Vegetable Tanned vs. Chrome Tanned Leather: Why It Matters for Your Dog’s Leash

March 21, 20269 min Read More
The Ultimate Getting Started Guide for New Puppy Owners
New Puppy Guide: What to Do in the First Few Weeks (And What to Skip)Dog CareTraining

New Puppy Guide: What to Do in the First Few Weeks (And What to Skip)

March 21, 202610 min Read More
How to Potty Train a Puppy: What Actually WorksDog CareTraining

How to Potty Train a Puppy: What Actually Works

March 22, 20269 min Read More
Corgi Modeling Black Leather Leash and Collar
Leash and Collar Combinations for Dogs: How to Get the Look RightShopping Guides

Leash and Collar Combinations for Dogs: How to Get the Look Right

April 8, 202610 min Read More
Dog licking lips
Fresh Foods Dogs Can Eat: A Complete Guide to Safe AdditionsDog Care

Fresh Foods Dogs Can Eat: A Complete Guide to Safe Additions

April 5, 202615 min Read More
How to Bathe an Anxious Dog: What Actually HelpsDog Care

How to Bathe an Anxious Dog: What Actually Helps

April 5, 202613 min Read More