Like kids who love their play group, our dogs have no time to kiss us goodbye before they go out to…read moreplay with the other puppies. We own two Lakeland Terriers who, to keep their coats looking like they should, need to be hand stripped. This is a time consuming and tedious process often not carried out by dog groomers. When we moved back to Adelaide on the hunt for a dog groomer, these guys were more than open to hand stripping and the groomer even called us to find out more info before we booked them in. When we arrived, they knew exactly who we were and introduced themselves to our dogs. They required vaccination certificates and took time to learn about their habits before introducing them to other dogs. I should let you know, hand stripping is done in stages because it takes so long and the dogs becomes restless. Therefore, in between grooming sessions, our dogs used the daycare facility. When we picked Jasper and Quin up, they were happy, perky and didn't seem at all distressed. The groomer came out to let us know how they went and we discussed a long term grooming plan. We've been back a couple of times since and simply can't fault them. Anywhere our dogs pull on their lead to get into must be fun for them. I am 100% comfortable leaving our dogs in their care.

My dog loves his day at Doghouse Daycare! There's a form…read morethat needs to be filled out prior to taking your dog there. It's covers everything from vaccinations to what you allow your dog to do and not to do (e.g tell off for barking or playing rough). The staff here are friendly and it's obvious they love their job. So enthusiastic and make a big fuss about your pooch when you walk in. Plenty of staff around all areas watching dogs at all times. You can even pop in during the day to check on your pup to see how he/she is going. It's a little pricey, but you are giving your dog a treat, it's great for socialising the and getting rid of energy. My dog is tired the whole next day just from playing with the other dogs. P.S the daycare also make cute montage videos of the dogs playing and upload it to the website and also take photos of the dogs around Xmas time and make little cards.

I would like to recommend DogFX for their puppy school. I have just completed a 5 week course and…read morewas amazed how much my puppy learnt for these classes. 10 out of 10, 5 star rating

Dog FX offers an upmarket style of complete pooch pampering services along with doggy day care…read morefacilities, for that special four legged furry member of the family. There's obviously a demand for their services as they have been around for many years. Much like a puppy party service where all the smaller breeds of dogs can get together and socialise, no big breeds allowed. They can romp around all day long and maybe meet the love of their life, let's just hope there's no hanky panky! For the pet minding they charge $45 for the day or $10 per hour and there are other package deals available. Everything in store is labelled as designer' wear from the clothing to dog bowls, accessories, toys, bedding plus more and even the food would you believe. Pampering zone involves not only bathing but painting their nails, colouring the hair (for fun apparently), and get this 'mud baths' ! What the!! I suppose if I had a small dog and sometimes I wish I could shrink my GS to fit into my handbag, I may consider doing the same. But hey, if you're someone who doesn't have kids or grandkids or care for dogs more than little people then this may be just for you and your furry family. As a note there is parking around the back which is handy and much safer.

This is not a pet shelter as in rescued pets. This is a rare facility and service, and not for…read moreeveryone, but definitely well supported and loved by a particular elite breed of canine. Dog City Day Care is for those dogs who require a life less idle; dogs who are looking to occupy their minds while their master is at work. Dogs who do not wish to spend day in and day out sitting around the home with nothing to do. They require companionship and another bottom to sniff besides their own. If you have a dog who doesn't like to be left home, this day care facility for dogs is really very good. It gives your canine friend a pack to run and play with as well as a present and accountable human being who acts as the top dog for the whole time your pooch is placed here. This top dog human means no fights break out because there is always a masterful guiding voice keeping tabs on who is doing what to whom. It really is a great service if you don't want to leave the dog home every day but have a busy life and can not find the time to keep your precious pooch as pampered and busy as yourself. Let's say you own a big dog that needs a lot of exercise, but you also have a demanding job that sees you at work almost twenty four seven some times. What happens to the dog? Well it may get bored and start to behave badly as a result - but if you drop it off at Dogcity Daycare it will be busy socialising with other dogs. You can purchase a range of items for your dog when you drop them off or pick them up from their day of socialising and stimulating interplay - things like chews and pigs ears... and the friendly staff will let you know if your best friend has behaved well - which of course under the circumstances he or she probably has. It is a terrific service for the right owners and dogs.

Being the overly loving parent of a furfriend, I admit that I like to make sure Harold's (my…read moregorgeous British Bulldog) life is full of as much fun and love as possible...and then I heard about Doggy Daycare...Yes some think this is a little over the top however I thought I wouldn't live up to my reputation of "crazy dog lady" if I didn't give it a go! And the experience I had was amazing! Dropping Harold off to the care of strangers is a little nerve-racking as Bulldogs have special needs, however the friendly team at Dogcity let me know that he was in safe hands and that I would receive updates during the day, reassured, I left feeling confidant Harold was going to have a great day! The energy and excitement in the centre was amazing, you could really tell that these people love what they do. Before I left for work, I had a look through the viewing window and Harold was already running a muck with his new friends. The thing that took this experience from good to brilliant, was the level of personalised communication I received. During the day, "Harold" sent me a text message with some photos of his new friends (who knew dogs had such skills!): Hi Mum, My new friends have let me borrow the work phone so that I could send you a message; I told them that I'm fine and would rather keep playing, but they've said that it's always important to let Mum's know. Apparently you guys worry about us or something. I'm having the best time. Heston is here and we've both been body slamming. They have a bunch of tennis balls here too, so I've been slobbering over all of those and carrying them around. There are two Huskies, Ace and TJ, who like playing with tennis balls also, so we've been having a great time together. I hope you're having a good day, but I doubt it's as fun as mine - ha! See you later, Love Harold The communication didn't stop there, the team at Dogcity also sent me an extensive "First Day Pawgress Report" When I went to pick Harold up, he was one pooped out pup! The owner took the time to have a chat and let me know how Harold went during the day. Overall, there are a few things that made this experience one that truly stand out, these people LOVE what they do and they make their customers feel so valued with the personalised communication. It's safe to say we will be back!

Another store that opened a branch at Melrose Park first and I quite liked it but had to wait a…read morelittle longer before we got one down south. Easy to get to location with plenty of parking (handy if you intend to use their pet wash facility). As well as the do-it-yourself Pet Wash, they also offer Pet Test - an aquarium water testing service, Pet School - for pups that need some training and Pet Tag - an ID engraving service for pet tags. It's a great place to get any animal related items and pet foods, toys, housing, bedding, etc. I would normally only make the trip here though if I was looking for something a little more than the supermarket or fodder shop would stock.

This store is MASSIVE! We have 3 kitties, and feed them all Hills Science Diet. With various…read morerequirements, we like a particular type of their food (for furballs, LOL!), which is sometimes difficult to get from other shops. Petstock have the entire Hills range, which is very impressive. Actually, I'm pretty sure the the range is equally impressive for any mainstream pet you can think of! The store is large, and very well spaced out - it's easy to find what you are looking for. If you become a member, there are certain discounts that can be obtained (like buying so many packets of Hills food and receiving a free one). Staff are friendly, and very helpful.

We've been going to Pet Universe since 2015, they have been absolutely fantastic. Our old boy has…read morereceived nothing but exemplary care, Dr Lee has been seeing him in particular and the amount of time and patience Dr Lee has spent with us has been fantastic. I've always felt that our pets health and welfare has always been put first, from the caring, friendly and attentive nursing/reception staff to the very knowledgeable and informative veterinary staff, Pet universe has quickly become the only place that we will take our pets. I can't recommend them highly enough.

Best vet surgery and team ever !!! Dr Chris and his team…read morehave been looking after our dogs for just under 10 years now, from puppy preschool to senior dogs they have been so wonderful and caring, we have followed every bit of their advice and our furry family have always been healthy and happy. Recently Poppy developed a rare cancer and has now passed away, we were inconsolable but comforted by how caring the team at Pet Universe were especially Dr Chris who took the time to call recently and see how we were doing and even sent flowers. We can't thank Dr Chris and everyone enough for the care we have always received and for the care we know we will get in the future - Thank you ! :)

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 :)

A pet shop without the dogs or cats for sale is a good thing. Fish and birds only a good choice…read more The only pet store around in Blackwood and a friendly one at that, if you've got a question, not sure what your after they can certainly help. The store has supplies for almost every pet from chicken coops and rabbit hutches to frog enclosures, bird cages and fish bowls. Food - nobody will go hungry as there's a wide variety, even your pet lizard can have a mouth full of crickets or two with a selection of small, medium or large fresh crickets. All their prices are reasonably good too. Located in the Foodland Shopping Centre off Main Road at Blackwood, parking is easy on or off site and there is signage displayed on the footpath indicating when they are open.

Blackwood Pets is a lovely little petshop. The staff are very friendly and helped me find…read moreeverything I was looking for! Their pets look happy and well-cared for as well. For anyone interested, they also have a website: www.blackwoodpets.com I highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for pet supplies, or even just advice about their animals!

Out of all the aquarium shops in Adelaide that I've visited (and I think I've been to them all by…read morenow) this would be my first stop if I could only go to one. Without a shadow of a doubt they have the biggest range of fish, and by far the deepest range of exotic species. There are shops that have cheaper fish, bigger fish, rarer fish, harder to find plants, or a bigger range of cichlids, or marine exotics - but for all round range, Seaview has it hands down. It's also a huge store - lots of tanks to choose from, accessories, pumps, decorations, rocks & logs - you name it, it's here. Again, there ARE bigger stores - but the range here has everything I could think of needing all contained in one store. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable. It can get busy, and I've stood in a frustratingly slow queue on a Saturday - but that's understandable given they need to communicate with a lot of customers over the suitability of fish for their needs, that they understand the care needed for certain species, etc. Parking is best off the Anzac Highway - I've seen far too many wing mirrors whipped off cars parked here while people shop for fish.

A BIG SHOP FULL OF FISH (and other aquatic creatures)…read more I've been coming to Seaview Aquarium for a long time. I actually bought my turtle "Fred" here when he was the size of 50c piece. Now he's the size of a large dinner plate. Along with 2 tanks, and a whole school of fish... this place loves taking my money :) I've tried many other fish / aquarium shops in Adelaide but this really is your one stop shop for all fish, turtle, frog and marine plant supplies, they also have a large range of tanks and ponds. It is easily the best aquarium shop in Adelaide. It does however get a little busy on weekends, so prepare for a wait while you get served, but there is a lot of cool marine displays to look at while you wait. Check out the shark tank very cool, or my Bumblebee Cichlid who now lives in the large Cichlid tank out back, he got way to big for my 6 ft tank and started picking on all the others. :( Prices are reasonable, and the staff are usually friendly... If you love spending endless amounts of cash on your marine critters, then this is the place to go. :)