BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ certified cities have programs and policies that make it easier for pets and pet owners to live a happy, healthy life together. Certified in the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program in 2024, Sonoma, California scored especially well in the Homes trait of our pet-friendly cities model.
Why is Sonoma a Pet-Friendly City?
Pet-friendly places in Sonoma.
Beyond its commitment to ending pet homelessness, the city has a wide array of pet-friendly locations, like Bartholomew Park with its hiking trails and pet-friendly winery; restaurants like HopMonk Tavern with pet-friendly outdoor dining; and The Lodge at Sonoma, which welcomes pets.
Sonoma’s Mayor on Being Certified
Mayor John Gurney with a rescue cat.
“The Better Cities For Pets™ certification underscores the importance of Pets Lifeline in our community. As a defender and protector of cats and dogs, Pets Lifeline works hard to ensure our city’s pets are cared for in every way. From reuniting lost pets with their owners to giving strays a second chance at a loving home, to helping with the pet population via its spay/neuter program, Pets Lifeline stands tall among our nonprofit organizations.”
– Mayor John Gurney
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