Dog Parks
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Beyond the Big Stuff

Central Oregon has lots of well-known outdoor destinations and many other equally stunning spots, too. Here’s where to go to stay away from the pack
Avatar photo Nicole Vulcan

The beauty and outdoor adventures that await in Central Oregon are probably some of the big reasons you find yourself visiting here. It’s why we live here, too—and very likely why the people in the Airbnb next door to you are here as well. With the region’s reputation comes lots of people, looking to enjoy […]

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Bend’s Dog Parks

By Bella the Dog | As Told to Russ Axon
Russ Axon

Hi! My name is Bella. I am a dog! A miniature Australian shepherd dog to be specific. I am 56 years old! (Russ: That’s eight in human years.) I have lived in Bend my whole life, and I love it here! The blue sky, the gray grass, the nice people at the toy store who […]

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Where the Dogs Are

Kevin Sperl

Bend has a reputation for going to the dogs, or at least accommodating them. A number of breweries, restaurants, and other businesses accommodate pet owners, even leaving out water bowls for our canine companions during the summer’s heat. But with their popularity comes controversy, especially regarding humans allowing their dogs to run off leash or […]

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