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"We are a health food store for animals and we serve customers from throughout Arizona," she said. Raw food for pets is the fastest-growing segment of pet food. "We also work with veterinarians, breeders and other clients to supply the foods they need and supplements to help with problems the dogs and cats are having." To celebrate Bark Avenue Pet Supply's 11th anniversary, Stewart said the staff is hosting an event on Saturday, March 12. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., customers are welcome to come by and check out the store's wide variety of products. "We will have 25 vendors on the property that are set up to talk to customers and they will be giving away samples. Most of our product lines will be on sale that day and there will also be demonstrations and more," she said. From dog owners who are wondering about natural supplements made from essential oils to people who would like to purchase some locally made treats for their fur babies, the anniversary event is a great place to start. "We encourage all of our customers who are in the area to come by and ask questions of the experts." Stewart said Bark Avenue Pet Supply has grown quite a bit over the last 11 years, especially in terms of their product line. "We started out not really knowing what the potential would be. We are very particular about what we carry, and nobody else carries the exact mix that we do." Something that has not changed over the years, Stewart said, is Bark Avenue Pet Supply's commitment to their customers. Its highly knowledgeable staff is one of the things that helps the store stand out from the competition, she said. "Our staff spends their free time researching food, supplements and the applicability of certain foods for certain dogs and cats," Stewart said. "When someone comes in for the first time, it's not unusual for us to spend 45 minutes to an hour with the customer talking about what they want to do better with their pet or maybe prevent." Stewart, who is the proud owner of seven dogs and also breeds and shows dogs and is an AKC judge, said she and the rest of the staff especially enjoy getting to know their customers-both two- and four-legged-by name. "We really are dedicated to animals here and helping owners find the best food for them. To me, this is the perfect job." Bark Avenue Pet Supply is located at 3109 E. McKellips Rd., Suite 104, in Mesa.