WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Burglars hit Next-to-Nature pet shop in The Junction

We just got a call from Next-to-Nature Market pet-supplies shop in The Junction (4543 California SW), which is getting the word out that burglars hit their shop this morning. Police just arrived at the shop to take a report, so they had to cut the call short, but here’s what they say happened: Around 8:30 am, two women in a black Honda Civic broke in and got away with “thousands of dollars” worth of items: “They dug into the safe, stole electronics,” and more. The burglars’ faces were mostly covered and the shop owners don’t have security-camera images to share yet but the owners say what they can see so far suggests one white woman and one multiracial woman, one with blonde braids, and that they had a dog in their car, a “little black Chihuahua.” If you have any information, the incident number is 26-103643.

LRoy April 16, 2026 (1:01 pm)

breaking in at 8:30 in the morning is a bold move considering the store opens at 9am and there are usually lots of folks walking around at that time (even in the alley). Hope NtN is able to make a quick recovery from this break in </3

Pet Owner Joe April 16, 2026 (1:11 pm)

That Chihuahua must be well loved. They broke the law for it! 😆

Westside April 16, 2026 (9:19 pm)

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Not funny

Christine April 16, 2026 (3:31 pm)

That’s awful. They must have scoped out the store ahead of time so they knew where the safe was, etc. ‘Used their dog accomplice to look innocent. Bummer. I love that store.

Gay April 16, 2026 (4:16 pm)

I hope they catch them soon. Next to Nature and is a West Seattle staple. The owners and entire staff are exceptional folks. And the newly opened Hydrant is fast becoming a “go to” spot in the Junction. So sorry. Please make sure you continue to support these crucial West Seattle businesses.

BuckarooSis April 16, 2026 (6:14 pm)

I absolutely love Next To Nature…they have been a great resource for my Pets and for me over many years! I always feel cared about and get great advice if I need it. These people are an important part of our Junction. I am angry that these selfish women did this to them…we should all try to remember the descriptions of the burglars and help if we can.

HD April 16, 2026 (6:18 pm)

I was walking my dog yesterday (Wednesday) morning and the All the Best on Fauntleroy was boarding up a broken window. I wonder if it’s a theme?

WSB April 16, 2026 (6:41 pm)

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I checked on that. Vandalism, not burglary, per police.

Gay April 16, 2026 (7:45 pm)

This is such a bummer. Next To Nature is a West Seattle staple. The owners and the entire staff are exceptional. Sorry to hear about this. Also, The Hydrant has quickly become a new “go to” in the Junction. Let’s try to counter this by stopping by and checking on them. Enjoy a nice coffee or a glass of wine. Putting all the good energy out to them.