I have found, since I have become an avid Yelper, that I look at places in a different light. I…read moretend to give businesses a higher rating, not because they are flashier or trendier or even because there is a sexy gril behind the counter (the last one was a blatent lie), but I find I prefer the places that have an indefinable character. Usually I find this 'character' easier in pubs (strange that), but occasionally I come across a store that makes an impression on me and it doesn't make too much sense. This is the dilema I find myself in with the Glenelg Pet Centre. It doesn't reak of dog turds, nor does it have the usual cuddlies in the window making you feel guilty for not taking them home. It has a large selection of accesoriesfor pets (which I am not really a fan of) plus heaps of animal munchies specially designed by vets who claim to know what pets like.....depressing looking dry crap looks like the go! The store stocks more 'interesting' pets (i guess) with fishies, turtles and hermit crabs getting pride of place. I think the best thing to say would be, if you have pets and don't mind 'spoiling them' (which is really just satisfying your own thoughts on what they would enjoy), then check out Pets with Pizazz, as the store slogan says, and you will see what I mean!

Remember when you were a kid, and you would go past pet stores wanting to have a look at the…read moreanimals? Then as you entered the pet store sometimes your were disappointed to find that the only pets in the store were fish, and possibly birds. This store is like that. There are no puppies, no kittens, not guinea pigs but there are fish. However positively, if you like fish, this is your store. Gold fish galore. Also considering that I have been told to never buy a decent sized pet from a pet shop, eg.dog, I guess this further supports the fact that in truth, this store is quite nice :)

Petstock is like the bunnings of pet supplies and accessories. As it's around the corner from my…read morework and I have two dogs and a cat, I have stopped in quite a few times. They have bulk food in huge bags that you nearly need a forklift to carry; a wide range of collars, toys, harnesses, bowls, beds, water dispensers, flea and worm treatment, and a plethora of pet pampering products. They even have a dog washing station that we have used one Saturday. It was a bit traumatic for our little dogs though, so may be better for a medium to large dog. Petstock also have a rewards program of some sort. I think we get a discount there.

I have a secret. When I need a big furry hug, I run into PETstock. I really do…read more The resident Border Collie, Cork, is a sweetheart and is pretty popular with the customers. Apart from Cork, I shop here often for my cat. I'm pretty sure he's put a spell on me, as every time I step into PETstock, I aim for the treats and cat nip shelves! It's a great one stop shopping venue for all your pet needs. It has friendly and helpful staff, aquariums with majestic reptiles and gorgeous fishes to look at, huge range of pet accessories to pamper your pooch and best of all, there's free furry hugs for all!

Plenty of products to choose from, if you have a dog. Well cared for looking animals, if you have a…read moredog. Staff always happy to answer questions, if you have a dog. If you have a cat, go elsewhere. If you have more than one cat, expect to be sneered at. "Why would anyone want more than one cat?"

I like many other Yelper's out there love all things animals. I have two dogs and a cat, so I am…read morealways looking for cool pet stores where I can buy treats and toys for my beautiful furbabies. Also, I have just moved houses, so I was on the search to find a new destination for my supplies. One thing that I really love about Yelp is that it point's me in the right direction constantly. I go to all the cool shops now. Places where locals love and want to share the love! And this brings me to P&K pets. This store is surprisingly big! From the street it looks like a pokey little store, but head on into it and it just keeps going! My only disappointment was that it doesn't really have a carpark (unless I missed it anywhere?), so I had to park in the pub carpark. But not too far of a walk to the store and not that this would deter me from going back. This store has such a huge selection of products for all different types of animals. Also, the animals that they sell look very happy and healthy.There are lizards, fish, bunnies, turtles, etc... I even saw two pet Kookaburras. Wow! As for dog food and toys, a brilliant selection with great brands to choose from. Well priced and they offer a 5% off when you join up as a member of the store. I signed up in a flash! Every dollar counts. They also pointed out that the discount only applies to full priced items. Fair enough. The staff are so super friendly and so happy to help! They even offered to help me carry my massive bag of dog food to the car. How sweet! They helped me find what I needed and offered me some great advice for my pets. Totally love this store and so happy to have found my new destination for pet gear near my new home!

P & K Pets is one of the largest pet stores I've seen, and it's collection of fish and furry…read morecritters is beyond impressive. I went to this a while ago to buy my girlfriend some fish. I'm warning you right now - if you think that fish are easy to look after, you couldn't be more wrong. They require a lot more care than dogs or cats, will die on you at any sudden moment, and don't give you any love in return. Despite all this, the staff at P & K really know their stuff. They gave me all of the materials and equipment required to properly look after the fish and information on which fish live well together. I usually hate going in to pet stores and seeing a whole lot of puppies and kittens locked away in plastic boxes. Fortunately P & K Pets is an ethical pet shop, and they no longer sell kittens or puppies in the shop. Furthermore, they refuse to keep any pets in the store if the temperature is above 33 degrees celcius. It's comforting to know that these guys really care about the welfare of these animals, and if I am ever to buy another pet in the future, I'll know where I can get pets that are genuinely well looked after.

Bulging out the door are all shapes and sizes of dog beds, kennels, trampoline beds, stuffed toys,…read moreleads and inside there's more stuff. I'm sure at the end of the day having to move everything back inside they have to quickly lean against the door with their backs hard against it and lock it before it explodes out! The pet shop is very well stocked with supplies for all creatures great and small, from dogs to mice, their pet bearded dragon is certainly not shrinking, he's huge. They do sell puppies, which I personally don't agree on any pet shop doing as breeder direct is better, but anyway. The owner and staff are friendly enough and certainly know their products and what can help with a minor ailment, otherwise it's a trip to the vet down the road. Besides dogs, they also have fish for sale. They also run an engraving service to personalise your pets name tag.

This is a lovely family-run pet store - bonus points for the pink free range chicken…read more Absolutely loaded with pet accessories, this little store is *the* place to visit for pet treats: from dried meat to bones to chews, leads and toys, they've pretty much got anything and everything for that spoiled mutt or cranky cat. I come in here to get my mum's ridiculously minuscule dog a treat or two, and she loves them. They also have a massive range of fish for sale, which my niece makes a beeline for every time we visit, as well as puppies and kittens every now and then. They're friendly and welcoming, and you WILL need to keep your eyes peeled for the pastel pink fluffy chicken that pecks around like it owns the place. Which it might.... And there's usually a huge parrot and a few birds on stands around the store too, which aren't for sale but just do their thing.

Don't like pets paradise. Never have, never will…read more I had a friend buy a dog from PP (not this particular one), which turned out to be blind in one eye, and had a brain infection. Poor thing had to be put down within a week of her having him. I avoid any pet shop that sells pets other than fish and birds.

Pets Paradise (cue Coldplay singing 'para para paradise') really are the pet care specialists…read more Everything you need to look after your pet I guarantee you will find at Pets Paradise. You can even buy your pets from there! Sometimes when you're having a bad day for whatever reason that may be, seeing a playful dog or a cute kitten is all you need to cheer yourself up again. Well I know it works for me! Whenever you walk past Pets Paradise you are guaranteed to see beautiful pets jumping around and putting on a show for the customers (unless you get them when they're asleep, but they're still adorable to watch). I have to admit it's pretty hard to resist a homeless animal when you walk by. One of these days I will walk by and cave in to temptation and buy a puppy. Or a bunny rabbit!