Category Archives: Pets

Veterinarian

Cats & Dogs Animal Hospital  627 Redondo Ave. 562-439-4228 https://www.catsanddogsah.com/ Cats & Dogs is veterinary “purrfection.” The hospital has your pets’ needs covered from tail to nose. If you can’t make it in to see their award-winning team of veterinarians, they can come to you. Their mobile clinic offers house calls. Top 5 Cats & […]

Pet Supply Store

Pet Food Express 5265 E. 2nd St. & 4220 Long Beach Blvd. 562-549-5333 https://www.petfood.express/ Part of a California-based chain of pet retail stores, there are two Pet Food Express locations in Long Beach that focus on doggone good premium food brands and pet supplies, plus self-service dog washing facilities and animal adoption events. Top 5 […]

Pet Sitter / Boarding

Shore Doggs 310-303-8947 Instagram @shore_doggs Throw your dog a bone when you’re not at home. Shore Doggs is a reader-trusted dog sitting business in Belmont Shore that caters to caring for your pets while you’re away. Plus, your favorite creatures might find themselves pictured in the “pawsitively” adorable and popular @shore_doggs Instagram feed. Top 5 […]

Pet-Friendly Restaurant

Chuck’s Coffee Shop 4120 E. Ocean Blvd. 562-433-9317 The most pet-friendly restaurant in town is Chuck’s Coffee Shop, perfectly positioned across from Rosie’s Dog Beach. The “locally world famous” eatery—best known for its classic, carb-loaded breakfast fare—has been a staple in Long Beach for decades, with diners and their dogs enjoying sidewalk seating with an […]

Groomer

Signal Hill Pet Grooming 1830 Redondo Ave., Signal Hill 562-386-2012 Instagram @signalhillpetgrooming Signal Hill Pet Grooming’s before-and-after shots and toothy smiles on Instagram say it all. Our readers have proclaimed this the best pet groomer around for furry friends who may need a bath and a fresh style from an experienced and friendly team. Top […]

Dog Walker

Shore Doggs 310-303-8947 Instagram @shore_doggs Who’s walking who? Shore Doggs is the top dog when it comes to providing walking services for four-legged friends. It’s a boutique pet business centered in the Belmont Shore neighborhood that’s exceptionally popular with both ladies and tramps. Top 5 Shore Doggs  Pet Waggin’ Rob’s Roundup Trots Dog Walking Annie’s […]

Dog Trainer

Sit Happens 562-453-9091 sithappensca.com Sit Happens—a great local business with a good sense of humor—specializes in fun dog training catered to a family’s specific needs. For nearly a decade, thanks to Sit Happens, pups and their people in Long Beach have been learning new tricks for success. Top 5 Sit Happens  Underdogs Long Beach Pet […]

Dog Park

Rosie’s Dog Beach 5000 E. Ocean Blvd. 562-570-3100 Digging in the sand and doggy paddling at Rosie’s Dog Beach is the “ultimutt” day for the dogs. The unfenced stretch of coast—the only one in Los Angeles County—is an off-leash haven for salty dogs from dawn until dusk in Belmont Shore. Expect a crowd on the […]

Animal Rescue

The Little Lion Foundation 1179 E. Wardlow Rd. littlelionfoundation.org The Little Lion Foundation, a Long Beach-based all-volunteer team, is dedicated to saving the lives of cats in need. They work tirelessly to find every kitty a furr-ever home where they can play and purr to their heart’s content. Founded by Claudia Otis, her story and […]