Behind the Scenes: 25 Years of Ventura Pet Barn

It all started with a foster dog.

While volunteering and fostering for Humane League Animal Rescue, I was offered a unique opportunity: to take over a small pet supply shop. At the time, there weren’t many places carrying holistic or natural pet products—just aisles of mystery ingredient kibble and generic toys. But I saw the potential to do something different.

In 2000, Ventura Pet Barn was officially born. We built the store around one core belief: that every pet parent should have access to trustworthy products and honest education about their animal’s health.

From the beginning, we’ve focused on:

• Whole, natural nutrition – No fillers. No by-products. No chemical preservatives.
• Diverse diets – Raw, cooked, dehydrated, air-dried, freeze-dried, and grain-free options.
• Community connection – Supporting local animal shelters, hosting adoption days, and building relationships with customers and their pets.

Over the years, we’ve grown—offering curbside pickup, local delivery, and even a self-service pet wash to make things easier on busy pet parents. But our mission remains the same: to serve with integrity and compassion.

Now, 25 years later, we’re still proudly independent. Still passionate about your pets. And still excited for what’s ahead.

Thank you for being part of the Ventura Pet Barn story. We wouldn’t be here without you.