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🐈 Putting the tail in retail

Five pet shops that will wow your furry friends

A dog with its paws up on the counter at Noah's Natural Pet Market
Looks like a happy customer. | Photo via @noahsnaturalpetmarket
Shopping for a furry friend? Before your next adventure, make sure your pets have everything they need to keep their tails wagging. We know San Diego has bigger chains — Petco is definitely playing ball here — but if you want to shop small and local, these are the purrfect places to visit.

Decker’s Dog + Cat, La Jolla + Bay Park

This store aims to make shopping fun by offering products that go beyond generic. Owners will find specialized food and supplements, stylish essentials, and toys for every occasion. And to help more pets find their homes, the business provides monthly donations to local nonprofits.

A dog in front of a Peace Love Pets mural

This pup loves the local art at Pet Power Studio.

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Photo via @nathdeanda__

Pet Power Studio, Encinitas

This groovy store takes the styling of a small boutique and caters it to pets. You’ll find colorful supplies and accessories, and treats that are sustainably and ethically made. The shop also supports its local roots with its selection of California-made goods and community events.

HOWLISTIC, Hillcrest

If you’re looking to pamper your pet with an eco-friendly toy or natural, nutritious foods, this store has you covered. You’ll find supplies for cats and dogs, but its self-serve dog wash makes your pup’s bath time a breeze.

Dexter's Deli storefront

Coming here is a treat.

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Photo via @baileybear_n

Dexter’s Deli, Carlsbad, Del Mar + North Park

Here, you’ll find food and supplements for cats and dogs designed to help common dietary conditions. You’ll also find Pupcakes, which have been prescribed to help dogs have happy birthdays.

Noah’s Natural Pet Market, Pacific Beach

When you’re itching to stock up on new treats, this shop has a great selection of toys, supplies, and pet foods. The knowledgeable staff will help you make the right selection, and they love helping new pet owners get off on the right paw.

We know there are many more pet stores out there. If we missed your favorite, bark back and let us know.
Events
Wednesday, June 21
  • “Singin’ in the Rain” | Through Sunday, July 2 | Times vary | New Village Arts, 2787 State St., Carlsbad | $28-$102 | A unique twist on the beloved musical comedy.
  • San Diego Career Fair - Sales & Management | Wednesday, June 21 | 6-8 p.m. | DoubleTree by Hilton – Mission Valley, 7450 Hazard Center Dr., San Diego | Free | Job seekers, take note: connect with hiring managers in sales, business development, marketing, customer service, and retail jobs.
  • Arcy Drive | Wednesday, June 21 | 7 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $19 | The 4-piece indie rock band from New York performs on the Best Coast.
Thursday, June 22
  • “Pride & Seek” | Thursday, June 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Mic Drop Comedy, 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego | $18 | Julian Fernandez hosts this R-rated show filled with local LGBTQ+ comedians.
  • Barenaked Ladies | Thursday, June 22 | 8 p.m. | Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre, 5500 Canyon Crest Dr., San Diego | $30-$145 | The Canadian rock band performs “The Last Summer on Earth” tour with guests Semisonic and Del Amitri.
Friday, June 23
  • Linocut Printing Clay Workshop | Friday, June 23 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Milk Oolong Pottery, 2690 Historic Decatur Rd., San Diego | $85 | Explore linoleum carving tools and techniques and create a pottery piece.
Saturday, June 24
  • 2023 Sharp Women’s Health Conference | Saturday, June 24 | 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, 1380 Harbor Island Dr., San Diego | $85-$950 | This women-focused event includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions, health screenings, and pampering — all designed to inspire you to live a healthy, balanced life.
  • Heather McDonald | Saturday, June 24 | 7:30 p.m. | Humphreys Concerts by the bay, 2241 Shelter Island Dr., San Diego | $50 | The comedian and actress lights up the stage at the bayfront venue.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Real Estate
  • Waiting to find the perfect home listing? You’re not alone. According to Redfin, the number of homes for sale in San Diego County has dropped by 53% since 2020 compared to 31% nationally. This means more people are staying put in San Diego — and we get it. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Announced
  • The 2023 San Diego Bayfair on Mission Bay has been canceled, citing unexpected costs and sponsorship losses. The boat racing event expected to attract 75,000+ people this September, but is planning to return in September 2024.
Open
  • San Diego County is getting a Raising Cane’s combo. Yesterday, a new location opened at the Chula Vista Center shopping mall at 512 H St. — the sixth in the county. A seventh location is set to open in Rancho San Diego on Tuesday, June 27. (ABC 10)
Number
  • 27. That’s how many sold out games the Padres have played at Petco Park so far this season, setting their single-season record. To compare stats, the team played 26 sold-out games in 2022, and that broke the record of 24 set during Petco Park’s inaugural season in 2004.
San Diegan
  • Locals Sean McQuaid and Riley Pathman broke the world record for fastest marathon completed while pushing a wheelchair. The duo completed a 26.2-mile race in Duluth, MN, in 2:35.26 for Team Hoyt San Diego — a nonprofit that helps people with special needs participate in endurance sports. (ABC 10)
Trending
  • A surfing seal popped up in Pacific Beach over the weekend and jumped onto a surfer’s board. SeaWorld San Diego was notified of the sporty pup, but crews did not intervene because the seal was in good health and old enough to care for itself. (Fox 5)
Featured
  • Once again, San Diego is tops. Yelp compiled its list of best rooftop bars by state and in California, The Holding Company in Ocean Beach earned the honor. This restaurant, bar, and live music venue offers three-stories of seating and views of the ocean. (Yelp)
Finance
Shop
  • It’s officially summer. To celebrate, shop our online store (Six & Main), where you’ll find many summer essentials such as new patio furniture by Palmetto Craft and delicious cocktail mixers by Simple Time Mixers. Now, that’s how you start the summer.
Edu

🎓 This development gets an A+

UC San Diego starts construction on its Ridge Walk North Living and Learning Neighborhood

Rendering of UC San Diego's Ridge Walk North Living and Learning Neighborhood.
This is UC San Diego’s big idea. | Photo copyright UC San Diego, credit Hensel Phelps/HMC/EYRC
UC San Diego is taking steps to graduate to a larger campus population. This week, the university is breaking ground on the Ridge Walk North Living and Learning Neighborhood. The complex will add four new buildings, with the tallest soaring 18 stories high.

This development will be west of the Geisel Library and will add:
  • 2,400 new beds for undergraduates
  • 19 new classrooms and a 150-seat lecture hall
  • Spaces for studying, co-working, and academic support services
  • Administrative spaces to house the Thurgood Marshall College, the School of Global Policy and Strategy, and the Department of Economics
The Ridge Walk North development is one of three living and learning neighborhoods that support the La Jolla-based university’s goal of adding ~5,700 new beds to its campus by the end of 2025. In addition, UC San Diego recently approved plans to redesign its Triton Center.
Shop
Eat
  • Bring the scoop shop to you with the Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker. Use it to make everything from ice creams to milkshakes, smoothie bowls, and sorbets.
Travel
  • Wanna save 40-90% on flights? Sign up for Going — a free travel membership — and you can browse deals immediately (like a $300+ round trip to Barcelona).
Drink
Outdoors
  • The perfect outdoor string lights do exist, and they’ve got a secret weapon: solar power. Light up your yard with a 50-ft strand.
 
The Wrap
 
Michael Beausoleil

Today’s edition by:
Michael

From the editor
Good morning, San Diego. Recently, I ventured to Mission Hills to eat at Lucha Libre. As a California Burrito fan, I always have an easy time ordering there, but that doesn’t mean it’s an in-and-out visit. The whole dining room is filled with artwork and memorabilia dedicated to its namesake — Mexican professional wrestling — and it can take a while to look at it all.
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