Help Us Save Animal Kingdom of Santa Monica!

***Animal Kingdom of Santa Monica will be forced to close by March 15 without our help!!****

The Santa Monica community of pet lovers has been devastated to learn that our beloved doggie daycare center and pet supplier galore, Animal Kingdom - owned by Christine Najera, may be forced to close its doors due to unforeseen financial circumstances.

Since it opened in 1971, Animal Kingdom of Santa Monica has been a staple for so many of us who only want the best for our pets! This very special place has served the local community by providing a one-stop shop for all things, including grooming and pet care, food, treats, and of course, the most amazing doggie daycare jungle with 24/7 supervision, obstacles, games, and friends to play with all day! More than that, its employees have become embedded in the local community, and we want to keep them here. I have yet to meet a pup that doesn’t lose his lil' doggie mind with joy when he gets to stay at “doggie camp” and play with the staff and his friends at Animal Kingdom.

The pandemic hit AK of Santa Monica pretty hard, right after it underwent a major (and very costly) expansion. Just as they were recovering, inflation, the economic downturn, additional losses related to construction from a neighboring business that never opened, and the recent canine virus epidemic made it incredibly tough for them to stay afloat. Unfortunately, without needed funds, AK of Santa Monica will be forced to close its doors in a week - on March 15. This is a wonderful and safe space for the community and our pets, and we cannot let this happen!

We would appreciate any help you can give - even the smallest amount helps! Please spread the word and help the Santa Monica community save this magical place - for pets, pet owners, and the wonderful staff who work there!

***All funds donated will support Christine Najera, her business manager DJ, Animal Kingdom, and her staff.***