Stone's Pet Shop
1122 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, (831) 375‑4471 | 13748 Center St., Carmel Valley, (831) 659‑5317, stonespetshop.com
“A dog… is a bond between strangers.” Steinbeck said that, and he knew firsthand – he had several dogs, including Charley, who he made famous by writing about him. Stone’s offers much more than just kibble – although it has that (with a loyalty program) and everything else for your pup, kitty, bird and beyond. It also has expertise. Since 1957 Stone’s has been offering up pet food, playthings and necessities, whether animals are of the four‑legged, feathered, tailed, maned, scaled or finned variety. They even have a self‑serve pet wash. Stone’s will keep Charley loving you like you’re family, because you are. Just don’t say “bath” in front of him because that’s a dreaded four‑letter word.