Which Local Shops Do We Recommend?

 

Listed by State

 

 

Large pet store chains may be found in most locations. However, you may receive more personalized and knowledgeable help at privately owned local pet shops. Exceptions happen, of course. But we have found that the independent stores cater to the individual customers, In fact, many enjoy a friendly, first-name association with their customers.

Usually operated as small businesses by a local owner, these privately owned stores provide great value to the local community as well as to the individual customer. Most support local organizations such as training clubs, youth programs, and others. They also reach out to the customer base to ensure that you receive the information and products that you need and want.

 

 

 

Support  local pet stores for far-reaching effects

Please consider supporting your locally owned and operated pet stores.

We include a list of those that we know to be knowledgeable and reputable from either our own experience or that of others we know personally.

 

None of these stores has requested this listing, nor have any paid to be listed. 

 

In fact, we listed them here simply because, in our experience, they provide a good resource for the local community for pet advice and products. However, they are by no means the only stores that provide such a service. Please visit your local pet shop and determine the best store for your personal needs.

Why shop at your local pet store?

Benefits of Shopping Local:

• You know the people providing the service. They often become friends, as well as business connections.
• They live and work in your community, providing jobs and adding to the local economy.
• Their children attend school and youth organizations with yours–they are truly part of the community. In fact, you might see them while grocery shopping!
• You can rely on their dedication and knowledge.
• They often provide special services for their customers. Indeed, being local gives them great flexibility.
• Have a question or problem? No need to go through long holds on the phone or website. Most of these local stores answer their phones!
• They support the other local businesses in the community, too!
• Take your pet with you to shop for the proper equipment and supplies. You will know the collar fits right and looks terrific before purchasing!
• And, when you take your pet with you, he gains socialization experience, too!
• +++ more

 

Need Delivery? Many local pet shops now offer delivery!

 

Sure, there are giant companies that will deliver to your door. However, you may find one of your local stores provides as good or better delivery service. And often at a similar price structure. Moreover, many of them include discounts for repeat customer orders, too!

 

 

Recommended Pet Stores ~ Alpha by State
Name	ST	City	Website or Phone
B&B Pet stop	AL	Mobile	https://www.bbpetstop.com/
Animal House (2 locations)	BWI	Cayman Islands	http://animalhouse.ky/
California Pet Center	CA	Woodland Hills	https://www.calpetcenter.com/
Douglas Feed	CA	Granite Bay	http://www.douglasranchsupply.com/
Elliots Pet Emporium	CA	San Bernardino	(909) 383-2343
Pet Oasis	CA	Bermuda Dunes	(760) 345-3199
Whities Pet Shop	CA	Fresno	http://whitiespets.com/
Animal House Naturals	FL	St Petersburg	https://animalhousepets.com/
Animal House	FL	St Petersburg	https://animalhousepetcenter.com/
Cindi’s Pet Center	FL	Vero Beach	http://cindispetcenter.com/
GiGi’s	FL	Jupitor	http://gigispetmarket.com/
Panhandle Pets – Monroe St	FL	Tallahassee	(850) 562-4100
Panhandle Pets -Capitol Cir, SE	FL	Tallahassee	(850) 656-7181
Pets Plus FL	FL	Parrish	http://petsplusfl.com/
The Pet Pantry	FL	Longwood	http://www.orlandopetpantry.com/online-store
Bob’s Tropical Fish	GA	Augusta	http://bobsfish.com/
The Pet Exchange	GA	St. Simmons	(912) 638-7387
Tifton Pet Center	GA	Tifton	(229) 386-4488
Critters Pet Shop	IL	St. Charles	http://www.critterspetshopinc.com/
Old Orchard Aquarium	IL	Skokie	http://www.oldorchardaquarium.com/
Premium Pet Supply	IL	Bloomington	(309) 662-2153
The Animal Store	IL	Lincolnwood	https://theanimalstore.wordpress.com/
Wilmette Pet Shop	IL	Wilmette	https://wilmettepetcenter.business.site/
Brandt’s	IN	Michigan City	https://www.facebook.com/BrandtsOldFashionEmporium/
J&K	IN	Wabash	https://www.facebook.com/J-Ks-MEGA-PET-353774964117/
Berts Pet Center	KY	Ashland	https://bertspetcenter.com/
The Feed Bucket LLC	KY	Shelbyville	https://feedbucketkentucky.com/
Most Valuable Pets	KY	Lexington	http://mostvaluablepets.com/
Thibadeux Town & Country Store	LA	Abbeville	https://thibtnc.com/
Pets Plus NH/MA	MA	Tewksbury	http://www.e-petsplus.com/
Ani-Mals	ME	York	https://annimalspet.com/
Crystal Family Pet Center	ME	Ellsworth	http://ccfpc.com/
Farmers Feed and Pet	MN	Owatonna	http://farmersfeedandpetsupply.com/
Forest Lake Pets	MN	Forest Lake	http://forestlakepets.com/
Pet Expo	MN	Mankato	http://www.petexpomankato.com/
Airdale Antics	MO	St. Louis	http://www.airedaleantics.com/
Tropical World Pets	MO	Webster Groves	http://twpstl.com/
Claremont Pet Center	NH	Claremont	(603) 543-1889
Four Your Paws Only	NH	North Conway	https://www.fouryourpawsonly.com/
Friendlee-Pets	NH	Lee	https://friendlypets.com/
Friendly Pets – 2nd location	NH	Exeter	https://friendlypets.com/
Friendly Pets (3rd location)	NH	Bedford	https://friendlypets.com/
Laconia Pet Center	NH	Laconia	https://www.laconiapetcenter.com/
Pet World Natick	NH	Natick	https://www.petworldnatick.com/
Pets Choice	NH	Merrimack	http://petschoicenh.com/
Pets Plus NH/MA	NH	Londonderry	https://www.e-petsplus.com/
Bills Wonderland of Pets	NJ	Somerdale	https://billswonderlandofpets.com/
Farmside Supplies	NJ	Sussex	https://farmsidesupplies.com/
The Hungry Puppy	NJ	Farmingdale	https://www.thehungrypuppy.com/
Tickner’s	NJ	Hackettstown	http://www.mytickners.com/
Boofys Best	NM	Albuqurque	https://www.boofysbest.com/
Long Leash on Life	NM	Albuqurque	https://www.longleashonlife.com/products/shop
Healthy Pet Center	NY	Troy	http://healthypetcenters.com/
Healthy Pet Center (2nd location)	NY	Delmar	http://healthypetcenters.com/
Healthy Pet Center (3rd location)	NY	Latham	http://healthypetcenters.com/
Geren’s Farm Supply	OR	Boring	http://www.gerensfarmsupply.com/
Union Mills Feed	OR	SE of Portland	http://www.unionmillsfeed.com/
Western Pet Supply	OR	Portland	http://westernpetsupplyinc.com/
Braxton’s Animal Works	PA	Wayne	http://www.braxtons.com/
Waggin Wheels Pet Supply	PA	Elizabethtown	https://wagginwheelspet.com/
Your Pet Experts	PA	Wyomissing	http://www.sears.com/
Critter Hut Aquarium & Pets	RI	Narragasset	https://critterhutri.com/
Franklin Aquarium	TN	Columbia	http://franklinaquarium.net/
Polly Pets	TX	Universal City	https://www.pollyspets.com/products/shop
Rivers and Reefs Pet Center Inc.	TX	Austin	http://riversandreefsaustin.com/
Aquarealm	VT	St Johnsbury	https://www.aquarealmaquarium.com/
The Pet Advantage	VT	Burlington	https://thepetadvantage.com/
Corners Pet Shop	WI	Hales Corners	http://www.cornerspet.com/
Havahart Pets	WI	Racine	http://www.havahartpets.com/
Pet Food Plus Eau Claire	WI	Eau Claire	http://www.petfoodpluseauclaire.com/
Tropic Waters	WI	Eau Claire	https://www.tropicwaterspets.com/

 

And the list of recommended shops continues…

Of course, the list is never totally complete. Please stop by often and look for new additions. As we travel, we expect to find new stores to add to this prestigious list.

Please leave us a comment on your favorite pet store and how the local pet stores have benefitted you and your pets!