Owned and run by great people who are super helpful with anything you might need for your farm friends.

Evangers pet foods are 100% Organic! I'm so happy you have this for my dog and cat! Family owned just like your store read more

Carter's Hay & Grain - Thank you for carrying this holistic brand of dog and cat food! My pets love it! - Pet Stores Near Me - Lakeside, California

We go here 1-2 times a year to get a compressed bale of orchard hay. The staff are really helpful and kind. Since we found this place, it's the only place we buy our hay bales. read more

We've been coming here for a year and we love it. The Bermuda bails are our go-to. I also love the shop kitty. He's not friendly but he's adorable read more

It's my local spot that has been serving me and my family for many years! Great customer service, always willing to help, and they stock everything we need (and if they don't have it, they will help get it). Servicing East County for so many years now - go give them a visit. read more

Went in to purchase a product for my dog. Called prior and spoke with the owner. He recommended a product. Drove all the way there for the cashier Kathy to make me feel horrible. I was told by her, "The owner has no idea what he is talking about!" Starts raising her voice to my mother asking her, "if our dogs has fleas? Did we use a fine tooth comb?" Telling another customer all of our business saying she works for a vet. Legitimately the entire store was listening. I was in fear my dog had gotten Mange due to all the ferals my neighbor feeds. She continues to cut us off. Yelling "Does your dog sleep with them?" Raising her hands. I have never been so embarrassed in my entire life. I gave them 1 star for the other workers. Kathy definitely needs an attitude adjustment. And sharing personal business. Never going back there again. Shame on her! read more

Most excellent place most excellent food most excellent products most excellent people most excellent neighborhood

We have been a customer for five years now and today we just got new bales I had opened it up and it was a disaster I just spent an hour cleaning it all up and feeding it to my horses this has never happened like this before I think it is because budget spending money on cutting hay I recommend this business but sometimes you get a faulty hey bail read more

Best feed store hands down!! Customer service is top notch. Super friendly and knowledgable. Prices are better than most other places. Definitely recommend going there! read more

Our family has been shopping here for years. The employees at Carters are very nice and knowledgeable. They give back to the lakeside community and youth. Highly recommended this store. read more

Amazing and super friendly staff. I had no idea about this place. They have EVERYTHING! The lady that help me was nice. She went out of her way to make sure I got exactly what I needed. Definitely coming back to this place. Carters deserves 10 stars!! read more

I went over to the Lakeside location, and picked up a couple bags of pellets, a first time customer, and the younger man actually brought two bags to my car and put them in my car before I even arrived to my car. If I could give Carters Hay & Grain 6 stars I would have, since they are excellent with customer service. It's funny how that a small business can give you first class customer service like Carters, but the whole economy like the fueling industry cannot even get out of the business where they sell stuff in the fueling station store, that they cannot pump your gas any longer or offer to add oil, wash your front windows, etc. for the over charging of fuel in our country. Carters is excellent and they have a range of products throughout the store for small animals to horses. Definitely a place that I would recommend for anyone looking to save a few dollars in today's economy. read more

Go here to buy bird seed and the staff is incredibly helpful and make sure they carry it to your car for you. Highly recommend.

We are new baby chick parents and wanted to pick up some supplies. We live on the coast, but decided to head east to find the best supply store. Despite all of our online reading in the months prior, and a month or so of successful chick parenthood, we still had many questions. The team at Carter's was very helpful. Turned out we had questions we didn't even know we had! They helped us choose some essential items we had missed, explained all the options and differences between products, and overall set our minds at ease. Thank you! We will be back. read more

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Very helpful & friendly. Always takes the time to assist with finding supplies & has the feed that we can't find anywhere else

I've been going to Carter's for well over 30 years. Their service has always been exemplary, their prices fair, and they will bend over backward to help you find something you need for your ranch - even if they have to special order it. They are also big community supporters, just all-round good people. I moved over 30 miles away 28 years ago and still drive down to Lakeside to get my feed and supplies from Carter's. read more

Best customer service in the world and they know there stuff !! Thank you so much !! Kacey is the man !!! Forever customer here !!

These people know their stuff! Hands down the most knowledgeable, reliable and customer oriented place for miles. The prices are reasonable and can easily compete ,if not outright beat the larger chains like Tractor supply, as well as other local feed stores. I have never once had to carry a bag of feed out by myself! They have a way of making you feel like family. KATHY is a wealth of knowledge and experience....she is a gem! CASEY helped me find the most suitable food for my dogs, and they have thrived since I took his advice. read more

This is my go to place for all my animal needs. They are great people who have knowledge on everything the sell. Love Kathy , she's very helpful read more

Awesome service and friendly people! I love this place! Carter's has everything you need!

On sundays from 9:30am-12:30pm they have a low cost pet vaccination booth in the parking lot Never really went in the store before, but thought I would check out the cat food prices. I normally pay $10.00+ tax for a 5lb bag of IAMS food at Target. hey had a almost 18lb bag here (less trips) for $31.00 (includes tax) Basically means I got a few extra pounds in there Lady at the counter was very nice. Seems like an unassuming mom and pop type place you could easily miss when driving. Not sure what else they have, but I was satisfied with my trip there read more

Love love Carter's!! My husband and I moved here in lakeside a few Months ago right next to Carter's and I figured Id just stop by to check it out. They have good bones, good food, the people are always really nice and help me to my car. It's wonderful and the best part about it is, I can get all my supplies here with out ever stepping foot into a Petco of petsmart!! So awesome!!! Yay Carter's!!! Amazing!!!!!! I have 3 cats and a dog and you guys fit all m needs!!!!! read more

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Been there a few times but won't be going there anymore. Kathy is very rude and will try and talk to you like you're an idiot if you ask a question. Kathy is somewhat polite with the customers in front of them, but on multiple occasions I have heard her talk about other customers very poorly behind their backs. and I have seen her talk to a customer on the phone and then flip off the phone as soon as she hangs up with them. That is something you should never do in front of your customers. everyone else' there is not bad and pretty knowledgeable. It's a shame that a place like this has a poor manager like her. read more

This place is amazing. They are always so kind! The wait is never long. They being your stuff out to you which is my favorite thing. Super sweet people! read more

The store cat is NOT dog friendly. Cashier bored me to death complaining about socialism and "inflation". 1 star because my dog wasn't injured by the cat claw + 1 star because they had the straw bales I needed. Will be getting my straw elsewhere, place barely dignified this kind review. read more

One of the few places that carry Diamond Naturals dog food. Usually always in stock but if not, they're happy to order what I need. The folks there are always friendly and always helpful. I could order what I need on line but small businesses like this are the backbone of our economy. Support local businesses!!! read more

Love carters they are our to go for our feed and hay. Incredible customer service. Kathy and the guys are always super helpful.

Great customer service. All questions answered with friendly chats. Been going here for over 5 yrs and will continue. Thanks!

Carters is my Go-To for horse feed, supplements and care products. The staff is always happy to answer my questions and offer up suggestions when I (sometimes poorly) try to explain what I'm looking for. Their prices are better than anywhere else locally for supplements, treats and grooming supplies. They are always happy to load the heavy stuff into my truck for me, and even bag my hay for me so I don't have to wrestle with it! I am happy to highly recommend them to anyone and everyone! read more

Great people, and everything you need at good prices in a convenient location. Fantastic!

We live down the street from carters and are regulars here. Everyone that works here is wonderful and extremely helpful. We are new to racing livestock and Kathy is a wealth of information specially when it comes to goats. Love talking to her and asking her questions because she doesnt make you feel dumb and takes the time to explain things to you. They have a great selection and the whole staff makes you feel like family. Another awesome service is that they deliver so if you dont have a truck or are not in the mood to drive they will bring hay and feed to your property. read more

This is my Favorite Feed store in town. They hae the best prices on chicks and usally have a good stock of new chicks. The little store is jam packed and hard to get around - but the service is outstanding! Someone will always answer the phone and provide you with answers to your odd questions. I buy everything there from my dogs advantage to my shampoo for my llama and feed for my pot belly pig. I never feel like i'm bothering anyone with silly questions when i call. The parking is very close to the front door. There prices on Advantage kicks everyone elses butt but a mile They don't nickle and dime you and try to sell you stuff you don't need. Chances are they price is better then everyone elses in town. I go there first and purchase 95% of my feed from them. They even have Sunday hours - you can't beat that with a stick. read more

Great people! Offers feed and care products for everything from dogs to horses. Sure, you might save a few bucks buying your dewormers, halters, and sprays online, but the service this store offers is unparalleled! Sound advice without the typical "trying to sell you everything" hassle :) Lots of goodies crammed into a tiny tack shop. If you don't find what you're looking for, ASK! If you're not sure exactly which product will suit your needs best, ASK! They're sure to help you find what other locals are recommending and not just the expensive stuff! read more

Locally owned and everyone there really knows their feeds and products. They carry sizes of halters and fly masks from miniature horse to draft. They can talk to you about the best feed for your animals. read more

One of the best feed stores in town. They have great knowledge and they're always willing to help. They also have a good selection of organic feeds and animal meds. One time an issue came up with some mineral in my chicken feed (manganese or something). One of the guys took me back to the feed room and we looked at the ingredients in all the bags. Then we sat down and had a 20 minute conversation about organic vs conventional. Always an outstanding experience at Carters! read more

My go to place to buy pigeon feed. Always in stock. Variety of brands on hand. Fast, friendly service. They even bring your purchase to your vehicle and load it for you. Can't ask for any better service! Support your local, family owned and operated hay and grain store. read more

Wonderful selection of horse feed, nice people and the freshest hay in town!

Hey I live up the hill from Carters Hay and Grain and I can tell you 2 things from personal experience THEY ARE LEAPS AAND BOUNDS AHEAD OF EVERYBODY ELSE. The 2nd your web site says they are closed right now NOT TRUE. They are open until 6pm Mon - Fri till 5pm Sat and 3pm Sun. please fix that I made this posting at 1:58pm Thurs 7/1/2021. Linda McGee read more

Just picked up 10 chickens from Carters and was helped by KC! Awesome knowledge guy! He definitely made me feel more confident in this experience. I haven't had my own chicks since I was in high school! I'm so excited! Love the feel here, feels very mom and pop! Thank you again KC you rock! See y'all soon for feed and shavings! read more

Lacking in customer service I normally buy my dog's food online, but waited too long and he was completely OUT. I figured I would try this place as I had been here once before and noticed they carried the same brand. (A middle aged woman was at the counter that time, not very nice.) Anyway, I find the HUGE and HEAVY bag of dog food, and since there is no one to be found anywhere, lug it up to the counter where an older man is on the phone. He looks at me and continues to talk. There is no place to set this bag, as the counter is a mess. I then have to up-end the bag so he can read the price sticker. I pay and walk out struggling with the giant bag. He doesn't offer to help, or find anyone who can. No "thanks" or "have a nice day" -nothing. If you want to set yourself apart in a world where small businesses struggle to compete with internet companies, here is your secret weapon: CUSTOMER SERVICE. At least ACT happy to see someone who attempts to do business with you. I will be sure to order my dog food online in plenty of time for front door delivery next time. At least they thank me by email. read more