Finally a designer dog store in Auckland! Munky's corner has got everything you could ever want to…read morepamper your pooch - raw treats, organic toys, designer dog beds, coats, leads and collars... the list goes on. A word of warning however, it is pricey but, coming from someone who has done a lot of research, all designer dog kit on the market is. Probably my favourite item at Munky's is their awesome oil skin dog coats - both stylish and practical... key when you spending 120 large. Who knows, maybe Luca will be in for a treat this winter. Less expensive and probably more appreciated by your pup is their range of dog bones. They've got duck necks, veal shins... the list going on! Great for keeping your dogs teeth in mint condition and also for occupying hyper-active puppies during work-hours!

Another good pet store has opened up and provides some nice imported and locally crafted collars…read moreand coats for our furry friends. A good touch is the freezer full of natural treats so you can stock up on chicken necks etc while checking out the latest in dogware. Check it out with your pooch so you can try the collars on while you are there - I am sure they shrink the way home otherwise

I have been working with clients and these guys for the last few months organising things so their…read moredog could travel with them to Germany. They are extremely well organised, professional and helpful and we were confident Bo would have a safe journey to the other side of the world. Highly recommend them!

If you're going to get a bunny, you should definitely get it from here. Shiloh is lifestyle block…read moreout in Swanson, and the lovely people who live there breed rabbits on the property. Meryl knows absolutely everything there is to know about bunnies, and they have so many different types available. Mini lops, dwarfs, flemish giants, mixes, adult bunnies. They sell hutches, equipment, food, hay, the works. Their bunnies are beautiful and well taken care of, they are living the life of luxury out on the hills in the Waitakeres. Meryl will give you all the advice you need, and she won't let those bunnies go until they are old enough, big enough and healthy enough. They are open all the time so you just need to flick them an email or give them a call and make a time to visit the property. They list their bunnies on Trademe and there's heaps! I'm picking up my bunny in a week and I can't wait.

Titus is on a 1/2 raw, 1/2 dry food diet. Knowing that the food I usually purchase is made in San…read moreFrancisco, I figured it would be a task to find similar raw dog food in Auckland. Initially I called Pet Stop, unfortunately they did not have raw pet food, only the freeze dried treats. The sales clerk did suggest I call Amimates, as they are a larger shop and would have more variety. Once I called I spoke with a young man who was very friendly, knowledgeable about their products and patient with my questions. He provided a few options of raw food and dry food then gave me the store hours. Seeing as I had just picked up my dog from quarantine, I needed to get food for him. This shop is the equivalent to a smaller version of Petco in the States. It has all the major food brands (of New Zealand), along with flea treatments, toys, beds and other pet essentials. The staff is very friendly and helpful and of course they loved Titus. Although I prefer smaller Mom & Pop shops, this one will do for now.

This is the pet store I come to the most because it is the biggest one closest to my home and…read moretherefore will because of buying power be cheaper. It is most of the time anyway. Animals need things, I have a dog and he needs many things, pee pads, eye wash, anti dandruff shampoo, toys, treats and so on and this all adds up. Great thing is Animates have a club you can join so when you get to 300 points you get a $10 voucher. This is quite good because it doesn't take as long as you think. There are in store specials, buy 2 get 1 free sort of thing and other discounts and offers that you would not get from a smaller pet store. This place is usually mega busy, especially on the weekends. Three cool things about this pet store, 1) you can take your pet inside on a lead so they can come shopping with you 2) they have a store cat that hangs out in the fish and aquarium section and 3) the staff give out treats to your dog. A great shopping experience for both animal and owner.

Now that I've got my own pup, pet store visits are almost a weekly occurrence and fortunately for…read moreme, Pet Market is close to home. It's pretty much got everything you could ever need for your pup. Dog beds, leads & harnesses, a ton of treats & toys including a pick 'n mix section full of natural goodies like pigs ears and dried liver. They've also got a great range of Kongs (the best dog toy out) and the special biscuits that fit in both the bone and the original Kong toys. I've signed up to their loyalty program too, which mean every $300 I get a $10 (or is it $15 voucher) and the 10th bag of dog food that I buy is free... unfortunately my little guy goes through it so slowly that he'll probably be 10 before I get to my 10th bag, but still.

You get cat people and you get dog people. I'm a dog man, I love the roughness of a dog and they…read moreare there to be your friend, to protect you and to love you. All they want in return is that you care for them. Cats on the other hand are masters of their own domain. They couldn't give a rat's ass about you, and most of the time that is exactly what you'll find in your bed, a gift as they say. But put any macho male in a pet shop filled with kittens, and you will have a lover of cats. Damn, these critters are cute. It takes a strong will to walk away and not rescue one of these tabby tykes. Pet Market is home to a wide variety of pets, and the store layout is perfect for browsers and buyers alike. The Shore is now home to a clean and well stocked pet shop; all I have to do now is find a way to become a regular.

We saw Katie today with our flemish giant rabbit. She was amazing, not only in her professionalism…read moreand expertise of exotics but also by going the extra mile - e.g by examining Rufus on the floor, and being particularly gentle with him. Cannot recommend highly enough

I swapped vets to Care Vets a couple years ago when my old vet was replaced by a not very nice vet,…read moreand I have never regretted changing. Both the vets here are lovely and have the combination of skill and friendliness you want in a vet. Sue is caring and seems to love animals, and always makes you feel reassured your pet is in good hands. The newer vet, is a younger lady but seems to know exactly what she is doing. And I liked that she remembered my dog when after not having come in for a few months. The nurses are always helpful when you call and will give you advice. It's a busy vet, which I prefer, but they'll always squeeze you in. I also left my cat in the cattery for a couple of nights and he was well taken care of after he had a big operation. Great people.

I prefer Four seasons to animates because it's more personal. The staff (except one guy) are…read morehelpful, friendly, and get training in the products. They have lots of promos, which is good, but my favourite is how they let my niece meet and gently pet some of the animals

It doesn't get much better that this in regard to the needs of your high maintenance pets. Not…read moresaying that my dog fits that category, for now lets just pretend he's a little spoiled. Following the recommendation of another dachshund owner I came here to first see what they offered, more importantly their price range. Titus and I walked in to a teeny little space filled with ice cream freezers in all corners. Each freezer is filled with either bone, or ground meats such as lamb, turkey, duck and tripe. Have a cat that enjoys fish? Look no further than the ice cream freezer filled with whole mackerel and salmon. Yum! I had salmon for dinner last night too. Do not hesitate to ask questions about their food. Koodo's to Alicia for being fully equipped with knowledge on mixing foods, keeping away from bad treats and the overall health of your dog while following a raw diet. In need of a vet? Well guess what, they have one on site every other day who is fully capable of addressing all the basic needs for your pet i.e. vaccinations, treatments and the like. I spent $35.00 and walked away with what appears to be a months supply of food! Fairly certain we have found our local pet food store.

We only recently discovered Raw Essentials but it's A W E S O M E! We were looking for some where…read moreeasily accessible to get Luca's chicken necks (he's obsessed) and stumbled across these guys. They easily have the largest range of raw meat and bones for pets that i've come across plus they really knowledgable about what you should be feeding your dog in order to make sure it's still getting a balanced diet if you decided to go down the "raw" route. I highly recommend you checking them out. They've now got 7 stores across Auckland!!