Dogromat, Los Angeles

Between the green-and-white tile and the plastic lobby chairs, the Dogromat certainly nails the ambiance of the back half of its titular portmanteau. But this Mar Vista petcare store provides a high-end level of service for its four-legged clientele. Dogs can get the grooming and pruning treatment from one of the Dogromat’s specialists or, thanks to the self-serve stations in the store’s back area, from their loving owners. If anything, that’s the main function of Dogromat: give customers a place to simply, safely and securely scrub down their pets. Of course, the shop also features a selection of healthy, natural dog food, from brands like Taste of the Wild and Orijen. Just beware: this is a very popular weekend destination for Mar Vista locals looking to clean up their pooch.