PET BUSINESS

Pet Business MOST LOVED

2020

WINNER

PAWS+EFFECT

Paws+E ect

Anyone who knows LA knows that dogs are the new children, and Santa Monica has the best pet businesses to cater to all your flu y one’s needs.

Sharon Town Lee is the Proprietor of the Paws & E ect Pet Spa on Pico Blvd in Santa Monica and says that Paws & E ect is “unique in its focus on treating pets as family members, aligned with our philosophy of placing a priority on your pet’s health and well being. We are a styling salon, tranquil and clean, with special treatments Dr. Ren Garcia, owner and founder of Green Dog Dental & Wellness, is dedicated to the dental health of our pets. He says “Dental health is just as important for [them] as it is for ourselves. We promote dental health, education, and wellness at our practice. By promoting a more holistic and preventative approach to overall health, we are not only helping pets live longer healthier lives, but we’re also helping our clients save money by avoiding costly procedures down the road. Dr. Garcia says that every challenge is an opportunity to grow and evolve. He has used the economic challenges of 2020 as an opportunity to expand their services to include an online video consultation platform to speak with a veterinarian virtually if customers are concerned about a specific behavior or have a question regarding their pets health. Dr. Garcia cites the ability of the business to adapt as one of the and adornments. Our aim is to increase the health and beauty of your treasured pet, bringing joy to them and you!”

Paws & E ect has adapted to the recent challenges that COVID-19 has brought by o ering delicious and essential pet food, as well as optional curbside pick up and drop o , so everyone can feel safe and comfortable. Sharon says that their clients have become their friends so they have been having conversations about everything, from the health and beauty of their greatest strengths of Green Dog Dental & Wellness: “We were able to immediately implement changes to help keep our sta and clients safe, while still continuing to treat our patients.” Being voted as both ‘Most Loved Pet Business’ & ‘Most Loved Business on Main St.’ by our community, a rms we are doing something right. We are a local, small family owned business, here to serve the people and pets of Santa Monica.” Dr. Garcia adds “Amongst the new world of corporate medicine, we stay humble, as a small, family owned practice that aims to grow with and cater to the local Santa Monica and Ocean Park pet community. And “while our name implies that we are a dog based business, about 20% of our patients are cats!” greendogdental.com 3030 Pico Blvd. 310-450-9017

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dog, to the weather, to COVID, and how everyone is coping through this hard time. Sharon says that the businesses biggest strength in the coming months is their ability to keep families happy by keeping their dogs healthy, clean, and smelling fresh, which is especially important when you are at home with them all day! Sharon emphasizes that it is easy to maintain social distance within the spa, “with only one sta member in contact with you, and the groomers working separately from the treasure trove of goodies that we sell to keep your pups happy and living their best lives. We encourage you to come in and give yourself and your furry family members a smile today.”

Sharon says that receiving the support of the community through winning a Most Loved award means a lot: “Being an important part of the community is integral to our business plan, and the a rmation we receive from Most Loved means so much

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GREEN DOG DENTAL & WELLNES

Green Dog Dental & Wellness

2116 Main St. 888-753-2829 to us!”

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