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Pet Heaven
Dog and cat lovers looking for a rainy-day activity, or parents wavering on the
edge of giving into those pleas for a pet, should take a gander at
Maddie's Pet
Adoption Center
(250 Florida St. at 16th St.;
&
415/554-3000;
www.sfspca.org).
An adjunct of the local SPCA, this clean and bright building is filled with dogg ie
dorms and kitty condos furnished as if they were the guest quarters in a typical
San Francisco Edwardian. Dogs loll around on beds and sofas watching TV or
playing with toys, while cats perch on ledges watching the action in their aquari-
ums. The idea is to resocialize the animals, so visitors are encouraged to tour the
facilities.
Alt ernatively,
Pets Unlimited
(2343 Fillmore St. at Washington St.;
&
415/
563-6700;
www.petsunlimited.org) is a delightful multipurpose pet care center,
animal hospital, and pet adoption center nestled amidst all the posh boutiques.
Be warned that you may meet the dog or cat of y our child's dreams.
Virgin Megastore
Park y our adolescents her e if y ou plan mor e boring shopping
around Union Square. They'll know what to do.
2 Stockton St.
&
415/397-4525.
www.virgin
mega.com.
PARTY SUPPLIES
Angray Fantastico
See listing under ““Art & Craft Supplies.”
Make a Party
Cups, plates, balloon, and all sor ts of decorations for any kids ' party
are what you'll find here.
389 Arguello Blvd.
&
415/387-9911.
One Stop Party Shop
This small store at the southern end of N oe Valley has a thor-
ough stock of themed accessories—and sev eral costumes—for your next fete. You can also
order balloon bouquets here.
1600 Church St.
&
415/824-0414.
www.onestoppartysf.com.
PET SHOPS & PET SUPPLIES
Catnip & B ones
Dogs, cats, and their dev oted o wners will be delighted with the
offerings at this cheer y shop. From all-natural dog tr eats to catnip-infused playthings,
everything is high quality and w ell priced.
2220 Chestnut St.
&
415/359-9100.
George
The discerning pet o wner will find hip dog and cat accessories like stylish
bowls and decorative ID tags here. George carries cool clothing for pets' human compan-
ions as well.
2411 California St.
&
415/441-0564.
www.georgesf.com.
6th Avenue Aquarium
Featuring 13,000 gallons of water in tanks around the store
filled with a wide selection of fr esh- and saltwater fish.
425 Clement St.
&
415/668-7190.
www.6thaveaquarium.net.
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SCIENCE STORES
California Academy of Sciences
The academy's brand-new home in Golden Gate
Park is filled with an impr essive collection of educational materials, games, to ys, and
topics.
55 Music Concourse Dr.
&
415/321-8000.
www.calacademy.org/store.
Exploratorium
The shop inside this science center is well stocked and well main-
tained, with curb appeal for kids of all ages. You'll likely be as tempted b y the offerings
as your children.
3601 Lyon St., at Marina Blvd.
&
415/397-5673.
www.exploratorium.edu.
