Go Local
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital provides this list as a point of reference only. We have not toured each facility, and we encourage you to visit them yourself. We suggest that you speak directly to the owner or staff so that your questions and concerns may be addressed. Share your experiences so we can help others choose wisely.
Need to Know:
The Animal Emergency Clinic
5608 S Durango St, Tacoma, WA 98409
253-274-0791
The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County
2608 Center St, Tacoma, WA 98409
253-383-2733
Dog Breed Info
Visit the Dog Breed Info Center to find out which breed would best suit your family, info about raising a puppy, learn about dog behavior, breed temperaments and genetic health issues specific to certain breeds.
Local Pet-Related Businesses We Love
Go Local
Make a difference in our community when you choose Local and Independent.
Our Mission: Go Local connects local independent businesses to consumers, resources, educational opportunities and each other building a prosperous community.
Our Vision: Building community that supports and is supported by local independent business.
Sitters & Dog Walkers
South Sound Hounds
The best give you can give your pets is EXERCISE! Providing Dog Walking/Running, Dog Park Adventures, Puppy Care, Pet Sitting, and Pet Taxi services in Tacoma and surrounding areas.
Megan Coughlin 253-363-2868
Spoiled Rotten Pet Sitting
Serving Pierce and Kitsap Counties
"Providing exception pet care that is guaranteed to exceed your expectations!"
253-649-0274
The Sitters
"Think of the sitters as the nanny for your pets and the caretakers for your home".
Founded in 2003
253-661-7488
Pampered Pets
Pet sitting in the comfort of your pets own home (includes mail pickup & plant water) and dog walking in your neighborhood. Lorian provides services in the greater North Tacoma and surrounding areas.
253-278-4168
City Pet Care
Professional home pet care for your workdays, extended outings & vacations.
253-431-3915
Dog Training & Behaviorial Consultants
Veterinary Behavior Consultations
Companion Animal Behavior Connection: a non-profit network of Pacific Northwests Pet Behavior Specialists. They offer a source of professional information about how to deal with the behavior problems and training of companion animals.
Urban Hound, Inc.
Trainer at Urban Hound: Jennifer Styers (253)301-1285
www.CwcDogs.com
207 N "I" St, Tacoma
253-272-4364
Tail Waggin'
Offering private in-home dog training, group training, and behavior counseling in the greater Tacoma Area.
Tony Wolfe 253-223-5466
Positive Approach Dog Training
Offering a wide variety of classes and services for puppies and adult dogs.
1501 S Center St, Tacoma, WA 98409 (near the Humane Society)
253-627-4275
PACKWORKS: Schumacher & Schmidt
"Packworks approach and methodology are different. If you have been working with your dog and you have reached a plateau with the methods you have been using, our unique training/behaviour modification protocols, coupled with our ability to replicate "real-life" (BUT CONTROLLED AND MANAGED) situational "set-ups" at our facility, will create fresh opportunities for both teaching and learning, for both you and your dog."
Located in Smokey Point/Arlington
cooperate@packworks.org
Good Citizen Canine
Positive reward-based training.
Group classes, privates lessons and behavior problems
253-752-6878
Alpha & Omega Dog Training
Garrett Stevens has been whispering and training dogs of all breeds and personalities into properly behaved canines for many years. Garrett's results and testimonials (visit the website) speak for him. He is an expert in canine body language and energy communication. Garrett knows that to get great results with any animal one must use clear communication, leadership, and the natural drives and instincts of each individual dog.
253-653-4890
Daycare & Boarding
Urban Hound, Inc.
207 N "I" St, Tacoma
253-272-4364
Positive Approach Dog Training
"The Most Fun a Dog Can Have!"
Daycare, puppy classes, household manners & small dog confidence classes
1501 S Center St, Tacoma
253-627-4275
No Place Like Home Pet Resort
Dog and cat resort on a 5 acre ranch
14720 58th Ave E, Puyallup
253-531-2422
Lucky Dog Daycare
1610 6th Ave, Tacoma
253-274-9663
Hound Hangout
You Leave 'em, We Love 'em!
414 St. Helens Ave, Tacoma
253-573-0924
Fort Fido
Family owned and operated Doggie Daycare & Pet Supply Store
6908 27th Street West, University Place
253-460-0299
Clip-N-Clean Doggie Daycare
608 North Oakes Street, Tacoma
253-572-5556
Casa Canine
Kennel-free boarding and daycare, situated on 4 1/2 acres in Tacoma.
253-537-0506
Groomers
Tacoma's Best Pet Grooming
3411 6th Ave, Tacoma
253-756-7385
Shampooch Self-Serve Dog Wash
Shampooch allows customers to conveniently wash their dogs
2914 6th Ave, Tacoma
253-272-5450
Positive Approach
Relax & freshen up your best friend with a spa treatment?
1501 S Center St, Tacoma
253-627-4275
Clip-N-Clean Pet Salon
3205 N 26th St, Tacoma
253-752-8325
Bark Bath & Beyond
Full service pet grooming in the Stadium District
29 St Helen's Ave, Tacoma
253-627-1023
Goodies & Accessories
Wag Pet Market
Natural foods, fun toys and accessories. Wag On!
2703 N Proctor St, Tacoma
253-756-0924
Urban Dogs
Upscale accessories for your dogs, and cats, too!
2036 Bellevue Square Mall
425-456-0009
Standing Stones Photography
Specializing in cutting edge and fine art of your animal companions
253-752-4980
Sacred Embers
Pendants are created by fusing dichroic glass with the ashes of your beloved pets.
Next to Nature
Healthy foods, toys and accessories for our urban-dwelling pets.
1624 Tacoma Ave
253-779-8141
Mud Bay
Natural foods and a wide variety of toys and supplies.
3804 Bridgeport Way, Tacoma
253-565-1955
Lucky Dog Outfitters
Terrific selection of treats, toys and outfits for your pets.
3411 6th Ave, Tacoma
253-761-4486
Brands We Trust
Pet Friendly Apartments in Tacoma
Local Businesses We Love
Ranko's Pharmacy
Ranko's is a family owned independent pharmacy located in the Stadium District in Tacoma. They've been serving our community for over 80 years! They are open Monday through Saturday and offer prescription delivery.
Linda Hummel - Commissioned Paintings
Linda Hummel is a local artist who accepts commissions for oil paintings of your pets. Contact her at 253-756-0130 or lhummelart@gmail.com
chipshotPHOTO
Chip Van Gilder has been our photographer for the Biker Pussy Cats calendars for two years now! We are very grateful for the time he's dedicated to this great cause.
By the Numbers
Monthly bookkeeping for small businesses, individual & small business tax preparation
Beall's Compounding Pharmacy
Fully licensed pharmacy located in the Puyallup Valley for over 100 years. The finest ingredients are used to formulate medications in the optimal strength and dosage form for each patient. They're able to compound medications into delicious flavored oral solutions and some medications can be compounded into topical creams.
We're hiring!
We are currently looking for an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician, read more here.
(253) 274-0225
Testimonials
"You guys are wonderful and it’s so nice to have a vet and amazing staff that truly cares..."
Cats For Adoption
Vet Source is for clients only.
