Seen: Animal Wellness Centers for the health-conscious Santa Monica pet owner

It might look like a fashion boutique, but that’s actually a pet supply store on Main Street in Santa Monica. The minimalist Animal Wellness Centers, with its clean white finishes, high ceiling and carefully displayed merchandise, looks far more Kitson than Petco. Designed by Rania Alomar, the 2,000-square-foot store is a study in split-level decor. From about 3 feet down, the interior was created to appeal to dogs. Display tables are positioned to make “dog-friendly pathways for exploring,” says Alomar, who also installed mirrors along certain vertical surfaces.

“Dogs are fascinated by their reflection,” says co-owner and veterinarian Dr. Annie Harvilicz. “We want dogs to feel as comfortable here as their owners.” To that end, there is also plastic grass carpeting and a play zone filled with dog toys.

Above 3 feet, this shop appeals to the health- and design-conscious animal owner. There are pet beds, homeopathic animal supplements and food and water bowls by Vurv Design that cantilever from the wall, meaning less bending for the dog and easier sweeping and mopping for the human. 2803 Main St.; (310) 450-7387; https://www.animalwellnesscenters.com.

— Alexandria Abramian Mott