Another example of how the Yelp app helped me stumble across something totally random, totally…read morecool, and totally local: Paws & Claws. At the end of last year, I was mulling over the possibility of bringing a pet to HK and wasn't sure if there were even enough stores to support its needs with food, supplies, and everything else. When I found the random listing for P&C, I decided to check it out. The store is indeed small. From cat food to cat care, they were stocked full of all things feline. They had a good number of international products that I had yet to see in certain pet stores and the prices seemed reasonable. Sometimes pet stores are poorly maintained and have that "animal odor" but this one was clean and extremely presentable. The owner, Isabella was super sweet and was able to answer my questions about laws, care products, and even where to find certain breeds of cats (at other stores!). In the store front, they had a small number of British Shorthair kittens running around and playing with each other. Her own cat, a 6 year old British short hair, was probably the friendliest cat I've met. I think I could've spent another hour in the store easily just perusing cat products. Disclaimer: It's been a long time since I've been here. I'm not even sure if Paws & Claws is still around, but if I have any cat needs, I'm for sure heading here.

If you are serious about your pet grooming, this place is for you. Grooming tools line up nice and…read moreneat! Like a display of fine china. This shop makes me think that some think that human hair salons should have their tools in a nice display as well. All of the razors, combs, and brushes that they sell and use on dogs are behind a glass display like fine china! There are also porcelain pet figurines in the window and around the edge of the store. They, of course, do grooming in this shop and the prices are nicely displayed on a large board in English and Chinese. They have different prices for the different breeds of dogs. I was curious on pricing for my poodle, but I didn't see poodle anywhere. The prices were actually under miniature poodle for my pet, and were displayed neatly on the board according to the services provided. The teddy bear cut and style included ear cleaning, nails, clip, bathing and styling for $780 HKD. The summer clip was $750. I'm not completely sold on the whole poodle styling especially considering that my other dog is a mutt, that doesn't even need his hair clipped. However, if you are into having your four legged best friend look tip top, this is a good fit for you. The tools are available as well if you want to do the grooming yourself.

I have been into mega pet a few times for my needs as a dog owner. The first time I was looking for…read morea gate because my dog was have separation anxiety issues. The store clerks were courteous, and helped me decide on what size gate to get, because I hadn't made any measurements. When I got home, the gate was actually a bit small for my hallway, so I had to return it. They didn't have any larger gates, so they allowed me return it for a store credit. I ended up buying greenies, pet wipes, shampoo, and a dog chew for the same price. There is a pretty good variety of products in this store for dogs, but it caters more to cats. There are about 20 cages with cats for sale in the store, and I've seen them pretty full. They also offer grooming services in the back for a decent price. The service here can be hit or miss depending on who's working in the store for the day. I've gotten great service on some days and no so great on others. There is an ample variety of pet supplies in this store for covering your basic needs. Mega Pets should be a cat owner's delight.

From the owner: 關於寵物堡…read more 寵物堡，始創於2005年，最初是在九龍油麻地廣東道818號地下營業，售賣優質經濟的狗糧和貓糧為主，及兼營寵物美容。因應街坊反應良好，我們逐步將寵物用品的品種數量增加。 最初售賣的品牌有：ProPlan 貓狗糧、Royal Canin貓狗糧、寶路狗糧等等... 於2007年寵物堡開始於不同地區直接入口寵物食品和用品； 2008年起，售賣的寵物用品的品種數量也不斷增加。我們對街坊的服務也不斷提升，從賣寵物食用品為主，提升到更全面更專業的寵物美容服務； 2010年寵物堡由廣東道818號搬進現時的826號，現在的門市，距離只是幾個鋪位之隔，方便街坊繼續光顧，地方也大了三倍。貨品由最初種類不多到現時大概4千多種，也是街坊朋友的支持和鼓勵； 2011年寵物堡因應網上商店是大勢所趨，所以我們也新增網上商店，希望能夠從服務街坊朋友至到全香港的市民，為他們帶來最優質和最優惠的寵物食品和用品。客戶網上購物我們就會提供送貨上門的服務，方便上班一族，也方便在家有養寵物的朋友； 因為現時養寵物的朋友對品質的需求不斷上升，2012年寵物堡開始於臺灣，直接入口寵物食品和用品，我們希望增加更多的選擇滿足寵物的需求； 寵物堡未來也會在世界各地直接入口其他寵物用品和食品； 2011年寵物堡在佐敦偉晴街 88 A及2014年在土瓜灣浙江街 34 號，設立新的門市方便不同地點的街坊朋友； 經過12年的努力經營，寵物堡已轉型為寵物食品專家，繼續提供優良的寵物服務給顧客街坊朋友。

Goldfish, turtles, rabbits, puppies and more…read more The Goldfish Market is such an iconic street market in Hong Kong. So much fun to wander looking at the giant colorful aquariums, tanks of turtles, and bags and bags and bags of goldfish. Located on Tung Choi Street, the shops and stalls line several blocks. Why goldfish? If you live in public housing, which is quite a deal in Hong Kong, there are restrictions on what kind of small pet can live in your apartment. More than that, goldfish are an integral part of cultural life in Hong Kong and China. Goldfish are believed to bring abundance and prosperity to the home. Goldfish also represent the Feng Shui of bringing richness, money or harmony to the home. Why are the fish in the bags? How do they survive? Since the stores are limited for space, the fish are placed into the plastic bags that are pumped with oxygen. Prices are marked on the bag. If they don't sell, they go back into the tanks at night. Seems like a lot of work. Don't want a goldfish? There are also lots of other cute choices. The puppies were so adorable. The fluffy bunnies just happily hopped or slept in their crates. Lots of turtles and cats as well. A very unique market to explore in Kowloon.

When you look at lists of touristy places to visit in Hong Kong, Goldfish Street comes up,…read morerightfully, as it is visually appealing. I myself included it on my list of places I wanted to visit when I arrived for my second visit to Hong Kong, which coincided with Mid-Autumn Festival of 2019. I was staying in Tsim Sha Tsui and wanted to explore more of the Kowloon area. (Of course at the time, I had no idea what "Kowloon" or "the Island" referred to.) Goldfish Street is in Mong Kok, which is the busy shopping central area of Kowloon, so one should expect to see people constantly walking along these busy sidewalks. I visited Goldfish Street when it was dark out, which I suppose enhanced the experience of viewing the fish, with the lights illuminating the fish's diversely extravagant appearances in order to entice prospective customers. Of course, I imagine there are just as many opportunistic photographers (including me) trying to take advantage of the free photo settings, though it should be duly noted that several of these fish stores have clearly visible "no photography" signs, which obviously comes from experience. Expect to get a lot of disapproving glares from store owners if you attempt to be a fish influencer without buying any fish.

This is a very small shop that carries many natural treats and products for dogs. I have walked…read moreinto a lot of pet stores and this is one of the most welcoming so far. The salesperson was very friendly and enquired about pets that I owned, then wanted to help me find the right products for my dog. The have a variety of natural treats made from all sorts of animals and other goodies that are healthy for your dog. I have to admit that I was really hungry when I entered the store and the doggy baked goods they provide look pretty tasty. They have cute little slices of cake, and cookies for your dogs that are made locally and in the U.S. This is also the place you should go to when you want to get your doggy birthday cake, because they have an assortment of different sizes. Along with baked goods and treats, they also carry a small stock of pet products including leashes, grooming products, food, and toys. If you're looking for a way to spoil your dog, forget to stop into this shop for yummy treats and excellent service!

My Dear is one of the bigger pet shops in the area. They offer dog grooming services along with a…read moregood variety of pet foods and treats. Located in the Ferry Street area of Jordon, its not too difficult to find. I would suggest getting off at Austin Station from the West Rail line instead of taking the MTR to Jordon. Few things I've noticed about this place is that here are pets here in crates all the time. The store pets don't seem to get any time outside of their crates, which makes me a bit upset. Dogs, Cats, Birds, they're all just trapped in their little crates watching the day pass. They offer a good range of dried and wet treats for your furry friends. I go with the Western goods that they carry such as Greenies and Zeal products. The prices are fair and they generally have a good stock of them at all times. I do commend the fact that they carry a good selection of dried dog food. Instead of heading to chaotic Mong Kok, pet street, This is a good alternative. From what I remember, they carry all the big names. If there is a product you are interested in that they do not carry, sometimes they will offer to order it for you. That is a good service, but its not always that they would do that for you. I give this place only three stars and not four because when my dog came for his normal grooming appointment one time, the experience wasn't good. They usually have very gentle staff handling the pets, but this time around, the lady taking care of my pup was a new. I kept an eye on her while she was grooming him, and while rinsing the shampoo off him, some shampoo got in his eye. I was worried but was told that the shampoo is very gentle and it there was no need to worry. Two days later, I notice discharge coming from his eye and brought him to the vet. Turns out, the shampoo made a small tear in his cornea and had given him an eye infection. I was gutted. I only hope they will train their staff more throughly to properly groom dogs.

Where as the flower market sells flowers, the bird market, well, they sell birds. In fact there are…read morequite a few birds here, but not just birds, but bird related paraphanalia, such as cages. Look, I'm not entirely sure as to why there is a market dedicated to birds, maybe because it has something to do with them really being the only types of pets that are feasible in Hong Kong. Still, it is an interesting place to visit, even if only for the birds.