When you’re in Oakland, the Unleashed by Petco location gives you everything in one place—food, supplies, training, and even a self-service dog wash. The Pet Care Center Associates can actually help you figure out what your dog will eat and play with. You can bring your dog into the store to see what toys and treats they’re interested in before committing to anything, which beats guessing at home and ending up with toys nobody wants.

The self-service dog wash bays are straightforward and useful if you want to handle bathing yourself rather than pay for grooming. You’ve got the tubs, the supplies, and you’re in control of the temperature and spray. It’s especially handy if your dog gets muddy on Oakland’s trails or needs a quick rinse between proper baths.

If your dog needs training, Unleashed by Petco has onsite trainers who work with dogs at every age—puppies learning basics, adult dogs picking up new commands, or senior dogs adjusting to changes. They use positive reinforcement methods, so it’s not about intimidation or punishment. If you’d rather work at your own pace, they also offer online training classes that let you train from home on your schedule.

The adoption services are worth asking about too. The staff can walk you through local and in-store adoption options if you’re thinking about adding another dog to your household, or if you’re just curious about what’s available in the Oakland area. It’s one less thing to research separately if you’re already in the store.

Having a neighborhood pet supply shop that combines shopping, washing, and training means fewer trips around Oakland. You can handle your dog’s immediate needs and work on longer-term training goals all in the same spot.