The Audubon Zoo is one of those institutions that everyone needs to visit when in New Orleans. It's…read morelocated in a beautiful park, just off Magazine Street, and one can ride the St. Charles Street Car to get there. It's an old institution, and is often working to improve their historic exhibits to better serve their animals as well as their visitors. When I recently visited, the sea lion exhibit was being improved. They still had a sea lion show, and I was there at just the right time to see one of their sea lions enjoying an enrichment event. The exhibits are designed to provide a spacious and natural environment for the animals, while allowing the visitors to observe them. In some cases, this allows several species to inhabit the same exhibit, which is a more natural setting. This is definitely a well planned and managed collection, and helps the visitors understand to need to conserve our natural environment. The zoo has a great Louisiana swamp exhibit, which also helps the visitors learn about the cultural history of Louisiana. There are native animals that few might see in nature, but which the visitors can learn about in this setting. These include Alligator Snapping Turtles, and Louisiana Black Bears. There's plenty of places for the visitors to eat, drink, and buy gifts. These are found in convenient locations throughout the park. It's a great experience and especially good for families.

I went to Sip N Dip! Let me just say....... SIP N DIP is a…read morevibe! The Zoo Is still beautiful and clean. My only complaint is, they ended our event early with no percentage of a refund back. Listen. We had more than enough time to have ALL the fun, but it wasn't what was promised. I'd do it again and I definitely plan to visit the zoo zoo soon. Lol.

This place has everything…read more We get my old-as-ballz cat's prescription food here. Because we live in the city-of-never-gets-cold-enough-to-kill-the-fleas, I'm always dropping a crap-ton of money on whatever pill will stop them from scratching this week. Buying shampoo for the baths I never actually give them so I can have something to throw away when I clean out my cabinets four years later. The urine destroyer is necessary always. Because old. Because my husband can't watch the dogs do their business and blow up Twitter at the same time. Go out. Comeback in. Pee. It never ends.

Walked in for a pickup order, nobody said hello or acknowledged any of the people standing in front…read more.

I like supporting the smaller independent stores when possible but this one is located near me, and…read morewhen I am helping volunteer for PAWS, a local no kill shelter, the events happen here, and they make very generous donations to the shelter, so I have a warm spot in my heart for this company. They have a very large selection of toys and specialty foods for my dog Presley. Though not much that would fit her "stout" frame. But the store is wide and non cluttered and she still enjoys a cool drama free walk in the store from time to time.

I brought my Shih Tzu in for a wash and full haircut. Needless to say Angel did not cut my dog and…read morehe was still wet. My dog has been groomed at this location for 4 years and I have never had an issue. I contacted the manager Dom over a week ago to advise of the situation. Was told I would get a call back after the cameras were reviewed. Needless to say that was over a week ago and never received a call back. I was calm and explained my situation. I will no longer be patronizing this business.

I am rehabilitating an injured seagull. He is stressed and not eating. I asked for suggestions and…read morethey told me minnows 5/$1. The seagull inhaled them! Great suggestion!

Always ready to help, offer suggestions and answers questions. Love these guys and having them in…read moreLakeview for decades. Thanks Bobby, you're the best!

What a pleasant surprise in the East! I wasn't aware we even had a pet shop around my house so I…read moredecided to peep it out. Immediately the owner greeted me and gave me a tour of his fish. Every Friday he gets new fish, the line is out the door for the new-new. The owner breeds fish and is definitely a fish enthusiast. His fish range from community to aggressive. All beautiful breeds. Not only does he carry fish but also the supplies to start up an aquarium and maintain. He also carries dog supplies and reptiles I saw from afar. A new location will be across the street so can't wait for that.

Nice friendly staff newly reopened by new owner Will…read moredefinitely be back for all my pet needs

GM Joey is absolutely amazing! Randomly asked me if I needed help (probably looked confused) and…read morethrew information at me like a certified veterinarian. Wasn't actually certified but filled with knowledge on our newly adopted stray kitten who is too young even for kitten flea medications. Very intelligent and will make my wife and I travel from the westbank to shop at this location from now on!

We've been buying cat food and litter here for over a dozen years and unfortunately, it is in need…read moreof improvement. My husband and I place bets for if we'll actually find both of the things we are looking for as we walk in. It's rare that we do. The store is often in disarray and all too often, we'll find the giant bag of litter we need on a dolly, with other brands piled on top of it, the shelves empty. No staff in sight (I swear there used to be plenty of helpful staff around, asking if they can help you with anything). Anyway, that's a management issue. Stock your shelves, please. Checkout staff is always so nice. No complaints there. If we can help it, we prefer to go to their location in Mid-City which is slightly better than this one on Vets, but sometimes this is the more convenient location given the errands we need to run.

Ms. Jernice Joseph, grooming, salon leader is amazing. This is the second time she has cared for…read moreboth of my furry babies and I love how she intentionally care for them. As we have discussed that they both have different personalities, she ensures both are accommodated and feel comfortable, and welcoming. Ms. Jernice, please do not leave the Petco grooming team. You are the best!

apparently appointments for grooming mean nothing to these people. They overbook their dogs and…read morethey just sit there like meat in kennels. An hour later got a simple bath for an appointment I made a week ago and I was told another hour.. that's ok. We're just another number to you. I'll spend my money at PetSmart. They have seating and allow us to watch

I LOVE going to this Petco for many reasons…read more..... It is not as overwhelming as some of the other stores. I can always find what I need. That is a HUGE plus when you are searching for many different kinds of products for your pets. The staff is always knowledgable and helpful. The management handles any issues that you have with ease and the correct method of action. There is always a member of the staff that greets me and asks me how they can help. Another plus, is that it is CLEAN! Nobody likes to go to a nasty dirty store. Out of ALL of the Petco's I have visited in the New Orleans area, this one is the cleanest. Everything is spick and span and in its place. They always have items in stock, unlike the other Petco stores I have been to. I recently signed up for one of the dog training classes and can't wait to get started. I know that the dog trainer there is educated, kind and patient. I fully trust them with my puppy! I have also brought my puppy to the grooming salon. I would normally be very nervous about this but they put me at ease with their very educated and caring staff. She always comes out looking beautiful. And you know what else.... they will help you bring your items to your car!! who does that these days... Overall a great experience. They make shopping easy.

I took my Maltese here for his bath and a hair it was the worst haircut my dog ever received the on…read moreHoliday Drive. then when I told her about it, she won't cry like as if I done her something I'm paying my money for jacked up haircut for my dog and you crying. I'm the one should've been crying. They don't even deserve a one star from me.

I was perfectly charmed with my first visit to Rose Garden Center today. Most nurseries load up on…read morequick selling plants and don't have anything especially interesting. Not so here! Of course they have all the basics, but also multiple varieties of each type of fruit tree, including some less common tropical varieties like longan. There were bonsai starts and supplies, super hot peppers, a seemingly endless variety of landscape plants and pollinator attractors. All of this lovingly tucked tightly together in a way that didn't feel busy, but lush and inviting. Inside the store was no less impressive. There was a wonderful selection of pond/aquarium supplies, small animals, and fish. A young man working on one of the indoor ponds spent a lot of time talking to us about ideas to improve a pond that we have, along with recommendations on fish for it. He, and the owners, seemed quite proud of their wonderful place, as they should be. I look forward to visiting again soon!

I love Rose Garden. It feels like an old traditional place with so much to see ( and buy).read more