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Dogs in Marina District Boutique
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
Dog-walker Julia Frink keeps her charges dry during a rainstorm by browsing in a Marina District boutique.
Fisherman’s Wharf Performer
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
A Fisherman’s Wharf street performer uses his dogs to pull him along on roller skates in a Marina District park.
Dog Sitting at Café
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
A mannerly dog keeps an eye on passersby while sitting with his guardians at Judy’s, a Marina District café.
Dogs in Marina District Shops
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
A pair of canines stop for a treat from an optician, one of the many Marina District shops offering doggie treats.
Fillmore Street Coffee Shop
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
Every day is dog day at the neighborhood gathering spot Peet’s coffee shop on Fillmore Street in Pacific Heights.
Poodle in Jewelry Store
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
A stylish standard poodle seems to fit right in at Partitia, a posh jewelry store on Chestnut Street in Cow Hollow.
Organic Dog Biscuits
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
Specialty organic biscuit treats “are like doggie crack,” says maker Linda Gordon. “We sell jillions” of these.
Dog Day Care on Lombard Street
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
Pooches awaiting their masters peek from a window at Fog City Dogs, a high-end care center on Lombard Steet.
Golden Retriever
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
A golden retriever charms the photographer at a day-care center. “I almost changed my career to work here.”
Dog "Yappy" Hour
Photograph by Catherine Karnow
Dogs and owners socialize at "Yappy Hour!" at Bella & Daisy’s upscale dog bakery and boutique on Union Street.