Beginning in 2004, this is the local dogs', cats' and pet owners' favorite stop on Park Street. The store offers only high-quality holistic pet products and foods, as well as fun and functional toys and accessories. It is light, airy and filled with good energy. Special events as workshops, benefits and adoption days are organized and hosted every month.
Dog Bone Alley has been awarded Retail Business of the Year for 2006 by Alameda Magazine.
Park Centre Animal Hospital, which has been serving Alameda's four-legged residents since 1964, recently completed its new state-of-the-art location on Central Avenue. Its motto is simple: "We care for your pet as we do our own; with gentleness and understanding." The hospital and its staff provide medical and dental care (especially for chronic conditions), boarding and routine physical exams. The Park Centre Animal Hospital is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and is a longtime member of the Cornell Feline Health Center.
This pet care business specializes in bathing and grooming cats and dogs. Other services include dog walking and nail clipping. The owner also carries assorted pet grooming products such as shampoos, brushes and accessories.
Providence Veterinary Clinic is a care center for pets. Services available here include surgery, immunizations, dentistry, bathing and flea control as well as boarding for cats and dogs. There are also separate entrances and welcome desks for dogs and cats.
Pet Spa-Alameda is a kennel-free grooming business specializing in cats and dogs. Walk-ins are accepted, though most customers come in by appointment. The two groomers are well trained in dealing with difficult dogs. Small dogs run $50 for a trim and $30 for baths, and dematting will cost extra. Pet Spa-Alameda gives discounts for regular customers with monthly appointments.