Pet Wants

Little Guide Bakersfield • Shop Local • Pg. 63

The Story

Sometimes, the story of a business begins with a problem close to home. For the team behind Pet Wants in Bakersfi eld, it started with Sadie. Their dog struggled with severe skin and coat issues, and traditional treatments weren’t helping. After digging deeper into nutrition, they made a shift to higherquality, thoughtfully sourced food and treats. Within weeks, Sadie improved dramatically, bringing relief and a renewed sense of direction that would shape what came next. That experience became the foundation for a deeper commitment to pet wellness. Pet Wants was chosen as both a business and a mission. With a focus on fresh, natural ingredients and customer education, the goal is to help pet owners make informed choices about what goes into their pets’ bowls. Inside the shop, it’s as much about conversation as product, with time spent understanding each pet’s needs and routines. The result is a place built on care, knowledge, and a shared belief: better nutrition leads to happier, healthier, longer lives for pets.