sitting by the dog of the bay

Welcome to sunny San Fran! Don't let those golden rays on those golden gates fool you- that wind chill is really somethin'! If you visit... Bring layers!

We've had a lovely time here in the hilly city, for ALL the great details of our stay at the decadent Hotel Monaco and a formal introduction to our new friends Melissa (human) and canines Molly, Bella + Daisy from "Bella and Daisy's Bakery" you will have to grab a summer issue of CityDog (on news stands early June)







We managed to see quit a bit of the city in our short time. We even happened upon the best mint tea + waffles on the planet, a colorful Japanese parade at City Hall AND the Grand Re-Opening / 5 yr. anniversary of the FABULOUS "babies" (which was named best pet boutique in San Fran in '06)-- founded by owners David + Michael's pretty black kitty named "babies" (who has since passed), this Hayes Valley dog spot just moved locations and is exquisitely appointed. We were glad to happen upon the party and grab some fun photos of babies' fans!












We met a new dog like every 8 feet! I can see why San Francisco REALLY is the dog friendliest city in the country!!








P/S we missed out on the Pope and the crazy torch protests AND managed to escape the grounded plane fiasco so we're pretty pleased!