Marni Lewis knew the 300 pet-friendly apartments would provide her with a steady stream of customers.

The design aesthetic prioritizes sustainability. Repurposed whiskey barrels make up the checkout counter, with moss signage and vintage fixtures found throughout.

The bright, neat space has a welcoming vibe that Lewis describes as coffeehouse meets pet store.

Dogs in tow can enjoy a treat from the sample bar while their human sips a cup of complementary coffee, both on the comfy couch.

Lewis also prioritizes sustainability with her product selection, from food to toys.

Two fully contained self-wash rooms see a steady stream of customers, with weekends requiring appointments.

Lewis and her team recommend products to use in the self-wash, and many customers purchase their own to use at the store and at home.

Customers can watch pups at play in the day-care area.

It features an eco-scape mural that complements the retail area’s design.

Outside, day-care pups run around in a 1,000-square-foot play yard. Read more about The Green K9 in its America’s Coolest feature.

Lewis hires local artists to create chalkboard signage.

This one artfully lists canine superfoods.

A vintage bathtub displays dog beds.

The chew bar proves a popular stop for the dogs who visit.

Birthday pets get special treatment at The Green K9.

Each one gets a mini-photo shoot complete with custom chalkboard sign and party hat.

Lewis recently began partnering with Shih Tzu Ginger Devine, a social media influencer. In the Ginger’s Closet display, customers can purchase products she has been sent, with proceeds benefitting local rescues.

The Green K9 has a spacious outdoor patio where social and adoption events take place.