Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Wellness Store in Maryland
Baron's K-9 Market has been Northern Maryland's leading independent pet store since 2004, specializing in natural and holistic pet wellness solutions. Our team brings over 50 years of combined experience in pet nutrition, offering personalized guidance to address specific dietary needs and health concerns. We pride ourselves on curating the highest-quality foods, supplements, and holistic products to enhance pets' lives while maintaining a customer-centric approach. Our knowledgeable staff provides expert advice on raw diets, CBD treatments, and species-appropriate nutrition. With two locations in Bel Air and Glyndon, MD, we combine professional expertise with a passion for animal welfare to deliver exceptional service. We maintain transparency in product sourcing and nutritional benefits while fostering community through educational resources and pet-friendly events. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures we stay at the forefront of pet health innovations.
Services
Pet Food
Treats & Chews
Supplements
Toys & Accessories
Pet Supplies
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer expert nutritional guidance with over 50 years of combined pet industry experience
- Our holistic approach prioritizes natural, species-appropriate diets for optimal pet health
- We maintain Northern Maryland's largest selection of raw food and CBD pet products
- Our staff provides personalized diet recommendations for pets with special health needs
- We offer free delivery for orders over $50 and convenient curbside pickup
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Best raw food selection
Free samples
Pet-friendly environment
Expert nutritional advice
Services
Pet Food
We offer comprehensive pet food solutions including raw diets, kibble, canned foods, and gently cooked meals. Our experts help pet owners select optimal nutrition based on specific dietary needs and health conditions. We specialize in rotational feeding strategies and provide detailed guidance on transitioning pets to healthier diets.
Supplements
Our supplement selection addresses specific health concerns including joint mobility, digestive health, and skin conditions. We provide expert recommendations for incorporating supplements into pet diets. Our products include natural remedies and veterinarian-approved formulations to support overall wellness and address chronic conditions.
Toys & Accessories
We curate a wide range of toys, bedding, and accessories designed for pet safety and enrichment. Our selection includes durable chew toys, interactive puzzles, and weather-appropriate pet clothing. We help customers choose products that match their pets' activity levels and behavioral needs.
CBD Treatments
We offer a comprehensive selection of CBD oils and treats for pets with chronic pain, anxiety, or inflammation. Our staff provides detailed information about proper dosing and potential benefits. We source products from reputable manufacturers with third-party lab testing for quality assurance.
Nutritional Consultations
Our experts provide personalized diet consultations for pets with special health needs. We analyze current feeding practices and recommend customized nutrition plans. Services include guidance on homemade diets, supplement integration, and addressing food sensitivities through dietary modifications.
People
Ben Smyser
Owner/President
Ben Smyser founded Baron's K-9 Market in 2004 with a vision to revolutionize pet nutrition. With over 50 years of combined industry experience, he leads a team dedicated to holistic pet wellness. Ben emphasizes customer education and maintains strong relationships with local pet communities.
Jen Smyser
Owner/Vice President
Jen Smyser co-owns Baron's K-9 Market with her husband Ben. She manages marketing and social media operations while balancing a career in behavioral health. With 25 years in healthcare, she brings valuable customer service expertise to the business.
Sullivan Smyser
Lead Greeter
Sullivan (Sully) Smyser serves as the store's welcoming presence, building customer relationships through his friendly demeanor. His interactions create positive shopping experiences while demonstrating the benefits of pet-friendly retail environments.
Karen
Manager
Karen has managed the Bel Air location since 2008, specializing in pet nutrition. She assists customers with dietary needs while caring for her two pugs and three granddaughters. Her expertise includes water kefir production and holistic health practices.
Mike
Manager
Mike brings extensive experience from natural pet stores in Colorado and California. A graduate of The College of the Atlantic, he specializes in pet nutrition consulting. He relocated to Maryland to join Baron's team and shares his home with rescue shih tzu Maeby.
Questions
What types of pet food do you carry?
We offer raw diets, kibble, canned foods, gently cooked meals, and minimally processed options from trusted brands.
Do you provide nutritional consultations?
Yes, our trained staff offers personalized diet recommendations and helps transition pets to healthier eating habits.
Are CBD products available for pets?
We carry a comprehensive selection of CBD oils and treats for pets with chronic conditions or anxiety.
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 10am-7pm, Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and closed Sundays.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we provide free delivery for orders over $50 within our service areas.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and offer online payment options through our e-commerce platform.
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Reviews (18)
Julie Dawson
Jun 28, 2022
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This is one of my two go-tos for pups. Excellent staff. Knowledgeable and always willing to help and answer questions. Huge selection of raw food which is important to me. Treats galore which is important to my dogs. Highly recommend.
Megan Roles
Jun 21, 2022
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We love stopping by Barons. The staff is always so helpful and eager to point us in the right direction. Love shopping local and their prices are comparable to Amazon.
Elizabeth Blum
Jun 19, 2022
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Wonderful healthy selections of cat and dog food. Some staff members have been there for years and really know their products. It's the cat's meow
Riley Martin
May 12, 2022
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Barons is the place to go for any of your pets needs. They know my mother and the family dog by name and are extremely kind and helpful. Tons of variety as well!
Mt Squared
Apr 09, 2022
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Such a great local company with helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable folks. They permit pups to come in the store. I really love the variety of non commercial dry and wet foods sold here for every stage from puppy, adult, to senior, and conditions like for sensitive stomachs or wheat free. The only thing missing is a smoothie bar lol! Please come here for your pets' needs and support local!
Kathy P.
Mar 17, 2022
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Just wanted the Owner Ben to know I just visited the store and the lady behind the counter made me feel so humiliated about my dog dozer, I was telling her what he had gotten into and she made it seem like I was doing giving him stuff to eat just so that he can throw it up later, I really wish she lived at my house with him and seen him in action. I've even put him in obedience training nothing helps.
I love all the dogs that I've seen there and owned myself. I would do anything to get my dog to stop this behavior. I just wanted Ben to know I won't be coming back because she made me feel awful. I know I'm just one person but it really doesn't matter, but pet supply plus has the same products and I'll be going there for now.
I love all the dogs that I've seen there and owned myself. I would do anything to get my dog to stop this behavior. I just wanted Ben to know I won't be coming back because she made me feel awful. I know I'm just one person but it really doesn't matter, but pet supply plus has the same products and I'll be going there for now.
Tru God
Dec 25, 2021
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The owner and staff are really cool I have a pitbull that has a sensitive stomach so I feed him a certain brand called k9 kravings it is sold closer to me but I can tell when we are not welcome and Baron's makes me feel welcome so I drive 25 minutes to get my dog's food and play with him and my grandson in the exercise yard. Great selection and good people too
Amy Owens
May 04, 2019
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This is the best place for all your pets needs. They also have a great dog park on the premises! Freya has the best time playing here! and i love it because they have everything I need in one place with the nicest, most knowledgeable staff! you have to check this wonderful place out for yourself
Whitley D.
Feb 03, 2018
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Do you love your fur babies?!? If you do you found a place that loves your babies and are willing to help you with their needs! I love coming here and letting them help me with getting food or other items that my fur babies will enjoy! They do not sell the big animal store foods. They have all the specialtY food that is a decent price! They offer samples and they have a rewards program for food so you can get money off of items you buy over and over.
They sell wet food as well that most of them my dogs like. Several types of treats and dry treats that my dogs love! This store also carries items that small business owners make such as bows and bandanas. My boy dog gets spoiled with them because I love the NFL bows! If you are looking for clearance they carry that as well. As you are walking in you can see all the items that are in clearance that range from food to collars. This is a wonderful place and I will continue to come and treat my dogs with their items!
They sell wet food as well that most of them my dogs like. Several types of treats and dry treats that my dogs love! This store also carries items that small business owners make such as bows and bandanas. My boy dog gets spoiled with them because I love the NFL bows! If you are looking for clearance they carry that as well. As you are walking in you can see all the items that are in clearance that range from food to collars. This is a wonderful place and I will continue to come and treat my dogs with their items!
L. A. F.
Nov 04, 2017
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I love this place. Stacy is the best and have serviced my needs and many questions since I got My Princess Zsa Zsa at 8weels old in December 2008. I haven't been there since my baby girl passed in May however, in the event I gain the courage to get another dog. I will be there again spending $$ hundreds of dollars, buying everything I need, see, want and think my Fur baby should have. Her favorites of all times were Buddy Biscuits, and Earl the Chicken. Although, she had every Chic Topia they made from small to medium it was something about Earl that she would rip his neck apart. She was never found of Chic- Toria. The staff is great and her Husband is the best because he does everything she needs him too.
Kathleen G.
Jun 29, 2016
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We love the selection at Baron's and the staff as well. I love that they have the knowledge of holistic feeding and healing and a wonderful selection of supplements for our fur friends! I completely trust the staff to guide me with whatever we may need.
Dawn T.
Apr 15, 2016
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My older had trouble digesting a lot of foods. When someone told me about Barons pet store I was skeptical about getting yet another opinion and trying yet another food just to have it not work again. However, when I talked to the people there, not only did they ask me a lot of questions so they could suggest a food but they educated me about the dog foods on the market today. Now after using the food they suggested my older Golden Retriever is looking and acting almost like s pup again. The vet has been amazed! Thanks Barons for helping to teach me and keep teaching me! Dawn BelAir
Tasey V.
Oct 25, 2015
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My husband and I stumbled upon this store due to it's hosting of a pug event. The store is adorable and carries all of the quality foods, many hard to find at big chain stores. They have a holistic selection and many fresh, refrigerated goodies. We found some quality sweaters for our Pug, not the typical junk with tearing seams that will maybe last one season. There are lots of made and sourced in the USA treats and chewies as well. You also have to love a store with a senior golden retriever sleeping in the sunlight who comes to greet you once you are near. We live 40 minutes away but will definitely be visiting again!
Kim F.
Jan 01, 2015
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I went there the other day to return some dog food and they were extemely accomodating. I was slightly nervous as I wasn't sure if they would have an issue, but no questions were asked. ( My dogs hated it) I also noticed that they have started to post thier prices! Yippee
Heather T.
Sep 25, 2014
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This is the very BEST pet store in the Harford area. They have everything you could want or need for your fur-kids. And if you don't know what you need they are SO knowledgeable and helpful you will get what you need! LOVE this store!
Susan B.
Mar 12, 2014
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My husband and I used to live in the area but we still make a regular monthly trip to Bel Air and we always stop in at Baron's. I buy enough food to last until the next monthly trip! The store staff is extremely knowledgeable about the products they sell and have recommended certain products to us for specific issues we had with our dogs. Needless to say, our dogs are doing quite well since we started shopping at Baron's!
In fact, our one Sheltie was overweight. After only 3 months of buying their food, etc. from Baron's, he is now within a few pounds of being his ideal weight! Our Vet is thrilled! Thanks so much! The Berkeleys (Stowe, PA)
In fact, our one Sheltie was overweight. After only 3 months of buying their food, etc. from Baron's, he is now within a few pounds of being his ideal weight! Our Vet is thrilled! Thanks so much! The Berkeleys (Stowe, PA)
Harold K.
Jul 26, 2013
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While on vacation my wife and I were in need of finding our all-natural dog food and found Baron's online. We called to ensure they had the brands that we needed and they did! We arrived with our car-sick, 3 lb. Yorkie and I went inside to get some pumpkin for our dog's tummy. They gave me a plate and a spoon and opened the product before I purchased it and let me go outside to feed our dog.
Once everything was settled with our dog we went inside and were pleasantly welcomed to a great store with lots of all-natural and holistic products. They gave us a few samples of some food and we learned a lot about some other products that we never heard of before (like Phytomucil for an upset stomach). The staff was friendly and knowledgeable - we were very excited to find this place and will definitely be back if we are in the area again!
Once everything was settled with our dog we went inside and were pleasantly welcomed to a great store with lots of all-natural and holistic products. They gave us a few samples of some food and we learned a lot about some other products that we never heard of before (like Phytomucil for an upset stomach). The staff was friendly and knowledgeable - we were very excited to find this place and will definitely be back if we are in the area again!
Marty T.
Jul 03, 2012
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My dogs are my family and I treat them as well. It is important that the food I feed them is safe and of the highest quality. That's why I shop at Barons. They only carry the best quality foods and treats. The love and devotion I receive from my dogs is priceless. Making sure I feed them a healthy and nutricious diet is the least I can do in return. I can do that at Barons at affordable prices.
It is obvious that the employees of this store are not only knowledgable. they are also true animal lovers and that's important to me. And it's always a nice touch when you walk into a store and they know your name!
It is obvious that the employees of this store are not only knowledgable. they are also true animal lovers and that's important to me. And it's always a nice touch when you walk into a store and they know your name!