Highway 20 Feed, owned by Mike and Janet and their family since November 2001, is a working feed and supply store in Fort Bragg that actually knows its stuff. The owners came up in agriculture and ranching themselves, so when they talk about what works for animals, they’re speaking from real experience. You’ll notice the difference the moment you walk in—this isn’t a chain store vibe, it’s a place where the people behind the counter can give you specific advice rather than pointing you toward an aisle.

The shop stocks the range you’d expect: feed, supplies, and equipment for livestock and homesteading. But what makes it worth the stop when you’re traveling through Mendocino County with your dog is how genuinely welcome dogs are here. Mike and Janet’s crew treats visiting dogs as regular customers, not as something they’re tolerating. Your dog can come inside and look around with you while you’re picking up supplies or getting recommendations.

Fort Bragg itself sits right on the Mendocino coast, so you’re already in a great area for exploring with a dog—the town’s near some solid beach access and redwood forests if you want to spend a couple days in the area. Highway 20 Feed makes a practical stop if you need anything for your dog or if you’re just curious about a real, old-school feed store that’s been part of the local community for more than two decades. The staff can tell you about trails and spots around Mendocino County worth visiting with dogs, and they might have specific recommendations for local vets or dog-friendly places nearby.