If history has told us anything, it’s that Angelinos are picky about their pets and their pet stores – so much so that not any place will do for most “fur baby parents” when it comes to that specific type of grain-free kibble or those unscented, eco-friendly paw wipes. To make things easy for all the new owners out there, we’ve searched for the best pet food stores around Woodland Hills to take care of your furry charges…especially regarding their cuisine.

These highly-rated shops, from Pet Food Express to Red Barn Feed and Pet, will undoubtedly get some tails wagging.

Pet Food Express, located at 23381 Mulholland Drive, is dedicated to helping California pets and their parents live happier, healthier lives together by listening, empathizing and collaborating to find answers to tough pet challenges. The business’ strategy is simple: only sell products its owners would trust for their own pets. This equates to foods without fillers or suspect ingredients, as well as a highly-trusted network of sellers and sources – but regardless of budget or breed, Pet Food Express will help you provide the best possible nutrition for your pets.

California Pet Center, located at 21906 Ventura Boulevard, has been serving the Woodland Hills community for over 45 years, its mission to carry only the very best natural foods, supplements and supplies the pet industry has to offer. The business carries a massive selection of fun dog and cat toys, high-quality foods and more – all at down-to-earth prices – in addition to staffing friendly, knowledgeable team members always available to answer any and all questions. Some of the more popular items California Pet Center carries include Indigenous brandpet products such as Dental Health Bones, Answers Pet Food brand Raw Beef Patties and Plato brand Turkey with Pumpkin Real Strips.

Healthy Spot, with locations all throughout L.A., stocks shelves full of the best cat and dog food products available, with award-winning groomers in the salons equipped to attend to your pup’s specific needs. The brainchild of Andrew Kim and Mark Boonnark, Healthy Spot was launched in 2008 in response to the 2007 pet food recalls, with both founding members striving to create a better way to select the right pet food – today, Healthy Spot helps other pet parents find the highest quality products and services without the need for hours of research. To quote the owners directly: “Nothing brings us more joy than seeing happy and healthy pets benefitting from their new raw food or getting a proper groom.”

Tams Pet Food and Supplies, located at 19305 Vanowen Street in Reseda, is about the closest you can possibly come to the term “mom-and-pop shop,” this privately-owned business having opened its doors in 2001 and now residing right next door to See’s Candy. So far from your average big chain store, Tams offers a great selection of items and remains an excellent way to support a local business oozing with fabulous personalized customer service. Here you’ll find high-end food and treats at reasonable prices, and the owners will even special order certain items they don’t have that you might be looking for. If supporting independent businesses in this most important of economic times is your thing, don’t hesitate to visit Tams Pet Food and Supplies.

Red Barn Feed and Pet, located at 18601 Oxnard Street in Tarzana, has been serving San Fernando Valley animal lovers for over 50 years, its knowledgeable staff bringing their hands-on experience to every customer. Red Barn thrives as a family-run business with a team that is passionate about pets and customer service, each of them possessing a deep affection for our furry four-legged friends – something that can’t be said about most pet supply chain outlets. Open seven days a week.

If you are interested in visiting any of these pet food stores around Woodland Hills, please contact them first as some of their operating hours may have changed due to shifting COVID-19 mandates. Now run along and fill their stomachs!