tl;dr: The nicest humans in the world run this place. Absolutely support this business. Great treats and the cleanest, most efficient, best supported self wash in town. I came here with my current very ragged, extra stinky foster dog. She's a small terrier mix who spent at least a year on the streets. She is a combination of terrier bravado and extreme love me cuteness, but she doesn't know some of the basics of being a companion dog. So the bath plan was very new to her. Everything was set up for me - towels, wash cloth, massaging brush, apron. There are shampoo choices that you can smell before testing which is very important to people with allergies. Because the dog is healing from a major flea infestation, we chose the calming oatmeal shampoo. We were also given a blueberry shampoo for her face and conditioner. Everything is mixed in squeeze bottles for easy application. They also gave us a bowl of treats to keep her happy during her bath. They explained how everything worked and made sure to get the water to a good temperature before we started. The shampoo was excellent quality as was the conditioner. They checked on me to make sure things worked well. When we moved to the drying area, the table had been raised to make things easier. I also want to mention how clean everything is. We were there later in the day. You would think they had just opened given that everything was sparkling. I'm sure other dogs had been there that day, but you couldn't tell. We left happy. The dog looked wonderful and bounced out of there as happy as could be. read more

Finally -- a Pet Store That Actually Cares as Much as You Do! I drove all the way from Sacramento just to visit Maxwell's Pet Bar, and it was absolutely worth the trip! I have a Belgian Malinois, and even before coming in, the team was so kind and helpful over the phone -- patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping me choose the best food for her. When I arrived, I was blown away. The shop is beautiful, clean, and filled with the highest-quality, thoughtfully selected products. You can tell everything they carry is chosen with real purpose and care. What truly stood out, though, were the owners. Jen and Christy (apologize for misspelling ahead of time) are passionate, down-to-earth, and incredibly knowledgeable about pet health and nutrition. They took the time to answer every question, explain ingredients, and make sure I left feeling confident and informed. I honestly felt like I was hanging out with friends who love animals just as much as I do. Even though they likely offer shipping, I'll gladly make the drive again just to experience that level of customer service and connection. If you're serious about your pet's wellbeing and want to support people who genuinely care, Maxwell's Pet Bar is the place. Truly one of a kind! read more

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We are so very lucky to have Maxwell's in the neighborhood. Kristi and Jen are wonderful people and neighbors and we never take for granted the phenomenal business they've created. Let's start with the bath tubs. We have a 90lb Otterhound and they go out of their way to accommodate her (and boy do we make a mess). The high tubs make it so easy to get her extra clean and we love the organic shampoo and conditioner (plus no tear face wash) that they provide. Olive loves the stairs to get in and the high tolerance for her howls. Now let's talk about the food and treats. For the first year of her life, Olive struggled badly with gastrointestinal issues. Her vet had her on a prescription diet, but she was still having weekly bouts of bad diarrhea. Since switching to the raw diet Kristi and Jen helped us figure out, plus meat-only treats, Olive has had zero issues. In two years. Oh, isn't that expensive, you say? I cannot express to you how priceless it is to not have to clean up a 90lb dog's diarrhea on the daily. Plus we love seeing Kristi's smiling face at our house every couple weeks for the food drop off. They don't even charge extra for it! We love Maxwell's and we are forever grateful we found it. I'd give ten stars if I could! read more

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What a fantastic business! Brought our pup, Kate, here today for a bath as I had heard rave reviews - I'm afraid it's all true! The self-service bath station is phenomenal - from the raised baths, to the customized shampoo to meet your dog's needs, to the treats to reward your dog with while bathing, to the ear wipes...When I bathe my dog at home, it's a total back-breaker and a bit of a mess. The whole process at Maxwell's is actually super enjoyable and my nervous pup actually seemed to enjoy her bath - it's so ergonomic and dialed in, that you can actually focus on getting all the nooks and crannies. Their food/treat/toy area is loaded with high quality items, and the staff/owners (?) who helped us were super kind and knowledgeable when making recommendations. I actually had to put more $$ on my parking meter because I hadn't anticipated how much I would love Maxwell's. The bath, the shopping, the service - my new favorite dog spot. Thank you, Maxwell's!!!! read more

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We love this place for Bernie's baths. They have everything you need and very accommodating for such a big dog. We also LOVE all the different selections they have for treats, toys, and food. What makes this place one of the best is that you can trust that what ever they sale at this store is some of the healthiest things you can give your fur baby. So happy to have this place walking distance to us. read more

Who talks to their dog? *RAISES HAND* Pet ownership can be hella expensive so with Tater Tot's $$$$ expenses, I told him that he needs to create an OnlyPaws account. He looked at me and licked his lips. Great, a thirsty pic for his profile! In all seriousness, when I didn't know any better, I fed my previous poms food from big box chain stores. Then, when I got Tater Tot who had allergies, I started researching dog food brands and YIKES....I found out that the mass-produced food and treats that I fed my previous poms were crap; full of cheap fillers and ingredients sourced from who knows where. Felt like a terrible pet parent. So, I'm VERY thankful for stores like Pawtrero and Jeffrey's in SF that really helped steer me in the right direction in dog nutrition but now there's newer kid is in town: Maxwell's Pet Bar and they're exceptional! Maxwell's Pet Bar opened last year and all the while I was doing errands on the block, I thought it was a dog wash. While there's a dog wash in back with adorable hooman-shaped bath tubs, they have THE most extensive selection of high-quality, small-batch whole food, treats (including ice cream and cupcakes), supplements, apothecary, grooming, etc. that I've seen in the city. You will not find most of these brands at big box chains. I've shopped at locally-owned pet shops from SF and all the way down to Carmel, and many of the things I've seen at Maxwell's Pet Bar were new to me. They even have housemade treats like head-on shrimp, octopus, and whole fish heads...just to name a few. It was overwhelming but in a good way and the owners are there to help answer your questions and provide a nutrition consult. Extensive selection aside, the owners, Jen and Kristi really took the time to research and curate their store with small-batch products made with ethically-sourced and human-grade ingredients. They're even going a step further, and will discontinue brands that started as small-batch but have gone larger scale. Let's talk CUSTOMER SERVICE... My first visit, I was looking for Goat Whip that I found at store in Carmel, and they had that (it's hard to find)! But, I need to manage TT's weight, and they suggested a lower cal/fat alternative to use for his licky pad. My second visit, TT's usual dog food (Ziwi Peak East Cape and Otago) was sold out everywhere BUT they were able to secure a bag of East Cape for me! My third visit, TT's allergies are back and after a vet visit so I had to start looking for a new brand of food. Jen took the time to walk me through various brands and gave me a sample of a new brand of dog food that they'll be carrying soon. She even met with the company's owner who's a holistic vet so *fingers crossed* this one works out. Overall, LOVE Maxwell's Pet Bar! The sheer selection of top-notch quality products for your furkid is the best in the city (IMHO). It's not cheap but 110% worth it for the health of your furkid and supporting a local small business that supports other small businesses and farmers. Highly recommend! read more

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Great quality products. Christy and Jen treat you like family. Love what they do so much I drive from Marin. Hudson is a healthy happy camper because of it :-) read more

EDUCATED, DOG DEDICATED, NUTRITION FOCUSED & A DOG MOM's DREAM TO SHOP THERE !! I stopped by Maxwells pet bar last week and this store is so aesthetically, pleasing, clean, and welcoming. I really loved the claw foot tubs for my fur baby! I tend to think of myself as a more educated mother but Jen and Christi take the cake with their passion and knowledge!!! They really know how to break down the ingredient panel in pet food and know what each ingredients purpose in the bag is for. The ladies both took the time to listen to me and help me find what is best for my extremely allergic pup. Thank you Maxwells Pet Bar read more

Maxwell's was recommended to me by my mobile wholistic vet, Kelly smith. I love it there. My favorite pet store in the city by far! The owners are very kind and knowledgeable. The selection of food, toys, and other things is always changing and unique. My babies love it! They also offer delivery read more

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Dogs and dog humans paradise. Who doesn't love a small biz run by cool owners and stocked with great items to discover - especially if you're into single ingredient and minimally processed goodies. Such a large selection of things too! And the bath set up is sweet and dogs seem pumped to come in because they get a treat in the bath tub!!!! Also, what a cute part of town this is in - east parking and right in front of Church St train! read more

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Great service and great, clean space! Will be back soon. Also very accommodating to have our young kiddos with us. Fun for the family.

My favorite pet store in the Bay Area. The owners are incredibly cool and can get deep into the weeds about your pet and their nutrition. And they have an incredible assortment of exotic treats that my GSD obsesses over. Can't recommend enough to check out the place and consider getting a nutrition consultation from them. read more

Love this place! They have high end treats I haven't seen anywhere else, like the pork jerky made in noe valley. My 6 year old dog loves it. But then again, he's not a picky eater. The owners are friendly and helpful. Good vibes. read more

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This store is adorable inside and out! Amazing selection of dog and cat supplies, plus they have a bathing station! I came across this store because my dog hurt his paws and needed quick stop as soon as possible, I called to see if they carried this in store. Even though they didn't, a lovely worker named Jen, was able to help my pup and I out. My dog is doing great now, I'm glad I came across a place full of animal lovers to help me out!I'm super appreciative for the awesome customer service and would recommend this store to everyone. read more

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This place is the best. Jen and Kristi are truly amazing and so helpful . My dog has had allergies when it comes to food, Jen has alway been so kind and directs me to the best food, supplements and treats for my fur baby . Jen and Kristi alway are there to help me when I have any questions about my dog's health or suggestions for his diet . Plus will always support my SF locals. I highly recommend Maxwell's Pet Bar for you fur babies . If you want to give them a long life with the best care whether is food, Supplements or treats ! Maxwell's Pet Bar is the place to go . Jen and Kristi are so helpful and kind. read more

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Great service . Officially making this my new place to bath my Frenchie , waters temp is adjustable and the products they provide are awesome ! read more

When our 35lbs puppy grew into a 80lbs puppy, our backs knew baths at home were out of the question anymore. Also we seems to make the biggest mess in our small bathroom- water everywhere! Then we found Maxwell's Pet Bar. It's conveniently located right next to our favorite dog park. We love everything about this this place. Friendly and very helpful owners are there to greet you. They explain the process and help nervous pets in the the tubs with treats and encouragement. The shampoo and conditioner leave your pet smelling great and their coat so soft. Its like a spa for your pup! It's a so easy to wash and dry them. Another thing we love are all the great treats and products they sell. It's very high quality and wide range of fun things to try. You can't go wrong at Maxwell's, ou're back, a clean bathroom and pet will thank you! read more

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We love taking our German Shepherd here for her baths. The owners are wonderful and knowledgeable and they have high quality products. Going there always feels like a bit of fun on our weekends. This is a neighborhood gem. read more

I brought my dog here for a bath today and had a great experience. The place is super clean and everyone was really helpful! They provided everything necessary for the bath such as shampoo, conditioner, towels, and a few extras! I will definitely be back again read more

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These ladies know what's up! I've been coming here for a few months after discovering my German Shepard was developing a food allergy. I purchase the raw beef Pattie's and ever since I got her on this diet, Kendall has been on the up and up. She's gained weight (in a healthy way) She's happy AF! & I feel better as her parent knowing she's getting proper nutrition. Thanks you guys for saving my pup! read more

We love this place! Great selection of pet treats, including local and raw. We really like the dog washing station in particular. I believe it's $40 and last call is usually an hour before closing. Call to make a bath appointment. read more

Friendly local owners, high quality products, tub setup that makes bathtime much more manageable if your dog doesn't like baths.

This is my favorite pet store!! Jen & Kristi are very knowledgeable about pet health and all the products in their store. Their store in beautifully organized and so pleasing to walk into. They also have multiple tubs to self wash your dog with a variety of shampoos to choose from, including options for sensitive skin. They provide treats, shampoo, conditioner, tearless shampoo for the face! towels, ear wipes and have a blow dry station. I love stopping in to chat with the ladies, wash my doggo and re stock on supplements, food and treats. read more

Jen and Kristi are both dog lovers and pet food experts. I was always skeptical about giving animals dry dog food on a daily business, and I have learned so much from Jen about the importance of fresh, healthy and ethically sourced food without added, unnecessary ingredients. Both owners take time to walk me through the best products for our dog, Toby. They treat our family like family and always have a friendly pet for Toby no matter how busy they get. Support small businesses in Noe Valley and visit them. They are the best place for dog baths and premium dog food. Best of all, you'll be greeted by the sweetest store dogs, Bumblebee and Hazel. read more

As a dog care professional, there aren't many places that go unnoticed when it comes to the "best of the best" of local pet stores. Maxwell's sets the bar high for quality and nutrition - I learn something new almost every time I am there. Speaking of being in the store, I personally believe that this is also where the real magic happens. Jen and Kristi are so friendly and welcoming! It feels like I am walking into an old friend's house, that has an amazing selection of food, snacks, toys, etc... I am (obvi:)) a fan of Maxwells! read more

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A couple if wonderful ladies running a business for dogs? What could be better? They have a huge selection of soaps and brushes to use when you give your dog a bath. They have high quality treats and toys. Definitely check this place out! read more

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Love this place! I have been bringing my dog, Nimki, since the day they opened. Great place to bathe your dog ... love the shampoo, conditioner and facials that they provide. They are also tremendously knowledgeable and very helpful. read more

We so wanted to become regulars here. Alas, it was not to be so. We had two bathing experiences, both of which were not altogether commendable. We did not like to see 2 different prices for the same service and same size dog for no other reason than "we base our prices on the amount of water, etc.". This, when their dryer (at least the one on the right) does not work properly (on both occasions, it emitted cold air, taking longer and, ultimately, walking out of there with a semi-dried dog). One of the attendants is rather harsh and unfriendly, the other more friendly. We did not feel comfortable and asking or learning how things worked there was more like 'pulling teeth'. We will take our money elsewhere. read more

Love Maxwell's Pet Bar! Jen and Kristi were so nice and so helpful. I took my dog there for a self- service wash and they made it super easy, providing anything you would need, plus treats! I highly recommend this spot for your pup! read more

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I love Maxwell's! I'm so glad a friendly neighborhood pet shop opened up - the owners are always so helpful and welcoming, and happy to walk through the types of foods and answer all my questions. Their resident pups are also so sweet, and my Peanut has loved every toy, treat and food I've purchased (or sampled) from them so far. On top of the basics, they also have supplements, pet health / care and helpful products for pet owners. I'm also excited the small dog socials are starting up again! read more

I am a new dog mom and feel so blessed that I have Maxwells so close to my home. Jen and Kristi are fantastic and are so knowledgeable about healthy food choices for our fur babies. They treat our babies with great love and care and now I can only get high quality food and treats from them. I used to frequent Petfood Express thinking that I was getting bougie food for my pets but now I can only shop at Maxwells. The human grade freeze dried dog treats are simply amazing and my dog cannot live without the Fish Social or the Shrimp heads. I also got some great CBD for my dog and cat for car rides and it worked great. Such a gem in the neighborhood!!! We are so lucky to have this business in the area read more

Maxwell's Pet Bar is the best Dog Store in San Francisco. Worth the drive/effort if you don't live nearby. ------ San Francisco is blessed with many great Pet Stores, with Maxwell's at top. The selection (be it raw food and treats), the expertise, the hospitality -- overall the experience is of quality and care. The owners are sincere and genuine. I am glad to find this gem of a store. read more

What a beautiful little store. Some incredible products and super friendly staff. The service here is amazing. Additionally, they have an incredible selection of organic and natural dog foods and treats, some of the best I've come across. Will be returning again! read more

I love this place! From the most unique selection of pet treats and toys, to the highest quality of pet food, this pet store is a MUST. They also have a self service pet wash, and they provide every amenity you could imagine. "Today we are serving salmon or duck treats" - the question we were asked by the owner as we were getting ready to wash our dog. They even provide sanitized hair brushes, tearless face shampoo, and toothpaste as part of the dog wash experience. My dog smells so good! (Words I never thought I would say) If it's not the high selection and quality of pet products, self service bath stations, it's the owners of this incredible establishment! They are so sweet and caring. Just going to visit them makes me want to return! If I could give 6 stars I would! read more

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Strongly recommend maxwell's! They have a great setup, providing you with everything you need to wash, condition, and dry your dogs. They also did a great job of providing excellent and friendly service with helpful tips. Will definitely be back! read more

Stumbled across this pet market while on a casual stroll with my dog. Great space! They have an excellent assortment of treats, snacks, food for dogs. The ladies who work here are super nice. We got a turkey stick and cod snack for our pup. We also got a free sample for some wet food topping that I'm excited to give to my pup! Will be coming back here again. Total hidden gem. read more

So glad this place reopened! I live in the neighborhood and my dog always drags me to the front door and finally someone let her in.. The service by Jen was so professional and caring about my dogs hygiene and dietary needs. Plus they have great natural products for dogs ( treats, cbd, food, bones). I highly recommend this place. read more

This little place has very friendly and knowledgeable staff. It is a great place for advice about your doggie friend. Our dog was suffering from anxiety and the owner helped us find a good cbd product that has proved very helpful. read more

I was lured in by the sandwich board outside advertising small dog socials, and ended up with a couple new toys (they've got the cutest selection). The owners were very knowledgeable and walked me through the foods they stocked, and my dog was so excited for his treat ball and crinkle toy he couldn't stop hyperventilating. read more

Highly recommend! Maxwell's is well done and exceeded any expectations I would ever have for a place to wash my pup. The store and pet bar is immaculately clean. They have great products (shampoos, conditioners, ear cleaner, etc) and the owners are super helpful. It might be priced more than some of the chain self-service dog washes but it is worth it. read more