Pets! If you love pets, then come in here and check it out. They have so much cool stuff, and it's…read morevery easy to spend a morning just looking at everything and oohing and aahing at all the cute puppies and kittens and bunnies and guinea pigs and birds and fish.... There are heaps of pet food options - not even that much more expensive than the supermarket, and it's the better quality options as well. Recently I went there and a rep from one of the food companies was there giving out samples and explaining the benefits of that new variety so that was helpful. I've also bought excellent cat toys there. The best one has been the cardboard cat throne. It sits at the end of my desk, and my cat sleep on it all the time (instead of sleeping on my keyboard), and the corrugated cardboard is exciting for her to scratch (instead of the couch) so it's a win all round. Also there's a loyalty program.

4 Seasons Pets has been in and around Glen Innes since before I even remember - in a few different…read morebuildings, yes, but the bottom line of the shop has never changed - a one-stop haven of all possible things pet-related. From pet bedding to food to even clothing, anything you could ever need for your beloved animal you could probably find here, and if you can't then I'm sure the helpful staff would be obliging in helping you on your quest. You can also actually buy animals here as well - on the back wall there is a whole row of sweet looking puppies and kittens, all either curled up sleeping or jumping around playing with the other pets in their cubicle. There is also a rodent and bird room and an aquarium section, so if dogs or cats aren't your thing and you want something slightly smaller then 4 Seasons have still got you sorted. And if you are quite the pet-lover who makes trips to stores like this often, then you can sign up to the 'Grub Club', which gives you pretty sweet perks and discounts.

About a million years ago, I got a ride home from Petworld neighbouring store Baker's Delight by…read moreone of the guys who worked at the pet store. We were driving along in a Petworld van, and he was in his Petworld shirt, and we hit a cat on the Pakuranga highway. While striking animals with vehicles isn't top on my humour list, there was certainly some black humour in watching the Petworld-clad man run around a park trying to find the poor animal. By the way, the cat was found in the end and Petworld man looked after it and found its home; it all ended up a very sweet story and a good show of how Petworld looks after animals... just what unfortunate circumstances for it to happen in. After seeing this, and seeing the duty of care these animal lovers have for the pets in store, I know heading to Petworld Pakuranga should be your first stop if you're looking for an already loved and cared for pet.

A nice, large and friendly pet store this one. They have lots of pets, and pretty much anything…read morethat you need for your pet, including a pet grooming section at the back of the store where you can get your dog a professional haircut or whatever it is that dogs require. The staff are a friendly bunch and always seem to be happy to help. After staring at the puppies for a couple of minutes my girlfriend was asked if she wanted to hold one of them. I don't know what it is with girls and puppies but it literally made her day, so thank you Animates staff. I love the bearded dragon they have, and if he wasn't so expensive I'd so be buying him in a heartbeat. Maybe I should've asked if I could hold him.

The other day when I was looking after my siblings we drove past Animates. All of a sudden there…read morewas an uplifting roar, 'can we go to the pet store', 'can we look at the puppies', of course I had to turn around and stop off for a quick look. Here we found puppies, kittens, fish, and bunnies. This pet store is so large it has possibly everything you could be looking for in regards to finding a new pet, pet food (even flies), toys, or a new enclosure. They also have a dog grooming centre located at the back of the store.

Such a cute little store I can't help wondering into if I happen to be walking past. It was on one…read moreof these occasions I discovered my beautiful Siberian Husky/Norwegian Elkhound cross, Snowy, who I couldn't help taking home with me. Ironically, she is indeed a 'happy pet'! So the name is absolutely bang on the money. Though small with not much variety, it usually has puppies, rabbits, birds, fish and guinea pigs for you to enjoy. They are honest, kind and charge reasonable amounts for their products and animals. I'm always happy with my experience there and come back time and time again.

I bought my rabbit from here a while ago, she was sold to me as a purebred minilop, but as she grew…read moreolder I realized she was actually a mixed breed. She was also in the shop at a very young age, too young to be sold. Last time I went in they said that no dogs were allowed in (bit odd for a pet shop when your trying to find supplies for your dog..) Very small shop with not a lot of choice.

Do not trust with your beloved pets. They go out of their way to delete bad reviews on their google…read morereviews to keep their ratings up. They have lost pets and have had pets die in their care, but all these reviews have been taken down. Very dodgy! don't trust.

We were in need of a pet transport company to move our Siberian Husky from Auckland to Perth. We…read morecontacted quite a few of the recommended agencies and we decided on Airport Pets. From the very beginning they were wonderful and professional, giving us clear information and steps needed to follow. Even when I asked lots of questions via email, back and forth from overseas, Jon, Clare and the team never hesitated. They responded promptly and always with the most pleasant demeanour. As we were overseas we had moved our dog into a kennel and again another move to Airport pets 2 days before her flight. When we had her dropped at Airport Pets they had a lovely area for her to stay in for a few nights, with beautiful murals on the wall. The people who dropped her off for us said Airport Pets staff were lovely and even informed them that they would walk her over the next few days. I also need to mention Juliet Scarisbrick from Air New Zealand who was equally easy to deal with and exceptionally helpful. Even when I missed the 'please respond to confirm' of Juliet's email, Airport Pets quickly called me and asked me if I had responded. When I said 'no', they quickly asked me to do so explaining without a confirmation she wouldn't be able to be loaded onto the plane. I quickly responded to Juliet's email and Juliet kindly responded confirming all was now in order. Airport Pets were prompt at every step, sending us her health checks, MPI and all other necessary information. We received precise emails on flight details and where we would need to go to collect her in Perth and how long between flight landing and collecting we would need. We arrived at the Qantas cargo (who operate for Air NZ as well) and again wonderful staff. They were friendly and processed our dog quickly, told us where to park so she could be offloaded in the crate and walked with us to ensure our dog exited the locked crate with ease. When our dog came out they took such care and she was happily reunited with her 'Dad' and I. She looked so well and not what we expected after a stressful long flight. The crate she was in was fantastic and plenty of space with water and a blanket. It seemed she flew business class :-). I must point out that Airport Pets were substantially cheaper than any other pet transporter we contacted but this did not diminish the quality of care and professionalism that we received from Airport Pets. Not to mention that in this price we also purchased the crate which we use for her at the office and will use should we need to move her again. And if we have to move her again we would not hesitate to use Airport Pets. Airport Pets, Air New Zealand and Qantas cargo we can't thank you all enough for taking such good care of our dog and for the way you made the process so easy. Many many thanks Sue and George Frankland

Delighted with the service. Liaison with our family to get our daughter's dog to her in Sydney was…read moresimple and straightforward. Excellent communication via email. Confirmation of every step along the way. Direct contact with the person picking up our precious dog and then with the details of processes before he boarded his flight. Added bonus for us that the person taking care of our dog was a fluent speaker of Te Reo Māori so i was able to talk with them in our language. A very positive experience.