Summer is a season of cookouts and ice cream for many. But for dogs, it can often be a season of staring longingly at fragrant dishes hoping something is dropped.
Luckily, Indiana is home to several dog bakeries and pet supply stores that have all the tasty snacks you need to keep your dog satisfied this summer. The Recorder has compiled a list of some of the best places to go to get tasty treats.
We’ve even included a review by Prince, our canine reporter.
Disclaimer: It is recommended to consult a veterinarian before choosing food and treats for your dog(s).

City Dogs Grocery
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
1028 Virginia Ave
Located in Fountain Square, City Dogs Grocery, a cat and dog boutique, has all the healthiest — and tastiest — treats your dog will love. A woman-owned small business, City Dogs is founded by Christi Reed. Reed hand-picks each product that the boutique sells, such as chicken fries and cookies in assorted shapes. For packaged treats, there’s an extensive selection of single-ingredient, nutritious snacks like salmon chips and turkey tendon chips. At the register, you can find K-9 cups, a dog-friendly alternative to coffee that helps with gut-health, and even at home intolerance testing kits to help pet owners see what treats to pick. To see more about City Dogs, visit citydogsgrocery.com.
Three Dogs Bakery
444 Massachusetts Ave; 844 Broad Ripple Ave; 13904 Town Center Blvd Ste 200
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (except for Town Center Boulevard, which is 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday)

With many locations nationwide and three in Indy, the Three Dogs Bakery franchise is a go-to spot for dogs with a sweet tooth. At Three Dogs, canine customers can enjoy a sweet pastry from the bakery case, which contains everything from pupcakes, cannoli’s and muffins to cookies. For dogs celebrating a birthday, Three Dogs also offers custom celebration cakes that can be ordered for pickup. The bakery sells treats, toys, leashes and bowties for the more fashionable pups. For health-conscious dogs, don’t worry — Three Dogs lists ingredients on the description of each goodie. For more information, visit threedogindy.com.
My Pet Carnivore Food Inc.
Online store
Available to shop 24/7
For dogs that prefer raw ingredients, look no further than My Pet Carnivore Food Inc. An online store, pet owners can shop anytime for food for their carnivorous companions. Featuring more exotic (for pets anyway) foods like beaver and goat, My Pet Carnivore offers a selection of nutrient-rich raw meat, all sourced from Michigan or right here in Indiana. The online shop also sells freeze-dried treats in addition to beef shanks, ground beef and more. To see more about My Pet Carnivore, visit mypetcarnivore.com
Raw Paws Pet Food
Online store
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Like the name suggests, Raw Paws Pet Food has all the raw food to keep up with a growing dog’s diet. A small woman-owned, family business, Raw Paws Pet Food aims to provide pet owners with natural and affordable options. With a range of freeze-dried food, meaty bones and other meat options, Raw Paws is sure to satisfy your pet’s protein needs. At the online shop, there’s a selection of functional treats that promote hip and joint health, digestive health and more. There are also vegetarian treats like peanut butter cookies. For more information, visit rawpawspetfood.com.
Paws Stop Pet Food & Supplies
8908 Pendelton Pike
Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
At Paws Stop Pet Food & Supplies, you can get more than just food for your dog. With the promise of specialty foods for everything from dogs and cats to birds, fish and reptiles, the locally owned store has all the nutritious food you might need. For dogs, this includes grain-free flavors like lamb and potato, chicken, salmon and boar, categorized by breed or life stage. If you’re looking for all-natural, premium dog food, this is the place to go. The store also offers nutrition consultations. More information can be found at pawsstop.com.
Recorder Rating

The Indianapolis Recorder’s canine reporter, Prince Charming, was able to try Three Dogs Bakery and City Dogs Grocery as part of his reporting.
At Three Dogs Bakery, his favorite treat was the Three Dogs Bakery brand BBQ Chicken oven-baked, grain free biscuits. His favorite dessert was the Carob Chip birthday cake, which he enjoyed as part of his own birthday celebration.
From City Dogs, his favorite treat was the Raw Rewards Chicken Hearts treats — he liked them so much, he got a whole bag.
Prince gives both City Dogs Grocery and Three Dogs Bakery a 4 out of 4 paws rating.
Contact Indianapolis Recorder intern, Kayla Barlow, at kaylab@indyrecorder.com.