This article is from 2006's Pet Guide package. The information may be out-of-date, so please call locations listed for new information.
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A.k.a. Spot, 2509 N. Franklin Rd., Arlington, 703-248-0093; 2622 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, 703-248-9119; akaspot.com. The new Franklin Road location sells artsy and luxe items for dogs and cats and has a self-serve dog wash. The Wilson Boulevard shop is now a grocery store, with premium food and treats.
Animal Exchange, 605 Hungerford Dr., Rockville; 301-424-7387; 424pets.com. In addition to supplies for all types of pets, the shop sells locally raised small mammals and birds. Also boarding and clipping for birds.
The Ark, 601 S. Stonestreet Ave., Rockville; 240-453-0624; arkretailpetandgroom.org. Proceeds benefit the Montgomery County Humane Society, which operates the shop.
Barkley Square, 1 Wales Alley, Alexandria; 703-519-7565; barkleysquarebakery.com. Fancy baked treats for dogs and cats, high-end collars and clothing, and spa-style grooming items.
The Big Bad Woof, 117 Carroll St., NW; 202-291-2404; thebigbadwoof.com. Appealing to the "socially conscious pet," this shop sells fair-trade Kenyan collars and leads, holistic remedies, and reclaimed-fleece beds alongside pet-shop staples.
Booth Feeds, six Virginia locations including Manassas, McLean, Warrenton, and Lorton; boothfeeds.com. Besides cat and dog food and supplies, Booth sells feed for horses, birds, and livestock. Popular with the Great Falls horse community.
Chateau-Animaux, 524 Eighth St., SE; 202-544-8710; chateau-animaux.com. Toys, leashes, food, and baked goods for dogs plus supplies for other types of pets.
Crunchies, 2421 Crofton La., Crofton; 301-261-6280; crunchies.com. Natural and holistic food and supplements for dogs and cats.
Doggie Style Bakery, 1825 18th St., NW; 202-667-0595; doggiestylebakery.com. All-natural cookies, cakes, and ice cream are handmade in the kitchen. In the summer, nearby Adams Mill Bar & Grill hosts doggie happy hours with treats from the shop.
Dogma, 2445 N. Harrison St., Arlington; 703-237-5070; dogmabakery.com. Fresh-baked treats daily. Also a boutique.
Dominion Pet Center, 2501 N. Harrison St., Arlington; 703-241-0100. Founded in 1981, it carries supplies and food for all types of pets.
Fetch, 101-A S. St. Asaph St., Alexandria; 703-518-5188; fetch-bakery.com. Mostly bakery items along with toys, collars, and other supplies for dogs and cats.
Four Paws Bakery, 125 Mill St., Suite 9, Occoquan; 703-494-3764; fourpawsbakery.com. All-natural treats for dogs. Uses real meat in its meat treats.
Gardon Pet Center, 1306 E. Gude Dr., Rockville; 301-217-0432; gardonpetsupply.com. Founded in 1965, Gardon sells a range of supplies and does special orders.
Georgetown Pet Gallery, 3204 O St., NW; 202-333-3174. High-end pet supplies, including bedding, carriers, and collars.
Nature's Nibbles, 703-931-5241; naturesnibbles.com. Delivers natural, organic, and raw-diet food and supplements to homes within and up to ten miles outside the Beltway.
Pawticulars, 407 Eighth St., SE; 202-546-7387; pawticulars.com. Owner Jennifer Zatkowski is knowledgeable about raw diets and nutrition.
Pet Barn, 15759 Columbia Pike, Burtonsville; 301-421-0005. A wide range of supplies and food, including raw diets.
Pet Essentials, 1722 14th St., NW; 202-986-7907; greenpets.com. Carries human-grade and organic food and supplements.
Pet Pantry, 4455 Connecticut Ave., NW; 202-363-6644. A neighborhood shop with a good knowledge of food and nutrition.
Pet Sage, 2391 S. Dove St., Alexandria; 703-299-5044; petsage.com. Holistic medicine and alternative therapies.
Pet Valu, locations in Maryland and Virginia; petvalu.com. Wide selection of staples at low prices. Good deals on rawhide, among other things.
Posh Pooch, 8009 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda; 301-652-1199. Trendy leashes, clothing, travel supplies, and bedding, especially for small dogs.
Pro Feed, 3690-G King St., Alexandria; 703-820-3888. Wide range of food for all animals, from Iams to human-grade organic.
Pro Pet, 10301 Kensington Pkwy., Kensington; 301-946-2268. Recommended for natural and holistic food.
The Reign of Cats & Dogs, 3 N. King St., Leesburg; 703-669-6920; thereignofcatsanddogs.com. Boutique buys for dogs and cats.
Target, locations in Maryland and Virginia; target.com. In addition to standard food and supplies, there is an impressive line of leashes, collars, toys, dishes, and even a doghouse by designer Michael Graves, all at discount-store prices.
Two Paws Up, 15 S. Carroll St., Frederick; 301-660-7704; 2pawsup.biz. Features a treat bar and big cat section.
Weber's Pet Supermarket, 11021 Lee Hwy., Fairfax, 703-385-3766; 14508-G Lee Rd., Chantilly, 703-631-2738. Food and supplies for all types of pets.
Wylie Wagg, 11889 Grand Commons Ave., Fairfax Corner, 703-830-5454; 5-B E. Washington St., Middleburg, 540-687-8727; wyliewagg.com. Supplies and accessories for dogs and cats, basic to high-end. Also natural food.
