No trip to OBX (with or without the pups) is complete without a trip here!!! Homemade treats for pups, apparel for me and doggie decor. Also enjoyed the Yappy Hour and have my babies artwork on my wall at home :) True Dog lovers own and operate this establishment and it shows. And they have a true "give back" philosophy to the community Thanks Outer Barks read more

If you bring your pup, or left them at home and need a little treat to bring back. I definitely recommend this place. Lots of fun little treats and things to bring home to your favorite pet. read more

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Every time we are in Duck we take our furkids inside their version of a "toy store ". The owners, either Robin or Kevin are always there to greet you and to spoil your dog with treat samples. Not only do they make their treats onsite, they have other pet products as well. Leashes, collars, and items for humans too. Kevin will most likely take a pic of your pet to post on FB. Our Dutch Shepard loves this store and gets very excited to see Robin. We will always go back every time we are in town. This is the best pet store. Prices are fair to the area. read more

Outer Barks - Pet Stores Near Me - Duck, North Carolina

This is a must stop for us, our biggest furbaby Jack actually drags us here the moment we hit the boardwalk. We get his freshly baked snacks, everything doggys, and adorable outfits because I'm the crazy lady that dresses up my tiniest babies (mostly to keep them warm). The proprietors are the kindest animal lovers you could ever know and they contribute so much to the animal community here in Duck. So much love to them both! read more

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So friendly. Talked with everyone in the store. I had my puppy with me so she got to try some of the treats made fresh in store. read more

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Husband and I walked in ready to buy our pup treats and toys. We didn't see anyone at the register which was weird but thought maybe they were grabbing stuff from the back? Nope. She was making more treats, which would be fine, but she NEVER acknowledged our existence. Not when we walked in, and not when we were near her. She Took a phone call while we were looking at things in her area and she walked off. Decided not to buy anything because of this experience. 2 stars instead of 1 because the items looked cute in store. Just didn't buy anything read more

Every trip to the Outer Banks requires a visit to Outer Barks in Duck, NC. Ever since our puppy, Cider, was 3 months old we have stopped in for treats, necessities and fun gifts. They have welcomed her and us with open arms. She loves to see her shop friend Georgie and exchange doggie greetings as only doggies do.. You walk in and are met with the most wonderful aromas as they make their homemade treats on site. Their hand made treats are incredible and have been the only ones Cider truly loves. She had her first doggie ice cream there and knows where we are the moment we get out of the car! This year (2024) they celebrate 25 years of serving the Outer Banks! Cannot recommend them enough! read more

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Absolutely great service! While looking for a holistic remedy for my aging dog, one of the owners helped me find the perfect product for my dog. He asked questions about my dogs current meds, age, and breed before suggesting a product that was also on sale! He also brought his wife, the other owner, over to recommend some medications to talk to our vet about. Not once did I feel pressured to buy anything or that I had to questions their suggestions. Truly genuine and kind people. 10/10 would recommend!!! read more

Lovely dog friendly folks. Took Finn with me to try out the homemade treats. He chose pumpkin. Bought him a fluffy squeaky seagull which he adores. read more

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It is a place that melts dog lovers' hearts with all kinds of cute dog products. Granted, it is a bit pricy - but have you seen the store owner's cutest Keeshond dog??? read more

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We love this shop and it's been a go to shop since coming to the Outer Banks. Very friendly and knowledgeable owners and staff and open door to bring your dog in to visit and try a treat. They have everything from treats to CBD drops, T-shirts to toys. And the view is spectacular especially the sunsets. So bring your entire family in, and then enjoy the view and stroll down the boardwalk along the sound. read more

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Excellent family owned store. Lots of pet stuff from gifts to snacks. A lot of variety for all dog owners

So friendly and welcoming to my pup! Great products and treats. Invited us to attend Yappy Hour where my pup enjoyed a plate of treats and made a pawcasso. It was a nice experience for people traveling with their pups. I will visit here every time I'm in the area. They also took the time to offer up advice on activities for my pup in the obx. Loved it here! read more

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Fun place to stop by! Dog-friendly store with lots of treats to choose from. My dog loves coming in here and exploring! Good customer service; they are very welcoming. Only complaint is that in the years I've been coming, it seems the inventory has never changed. Not much variety if you're planning to go more than once. read more

I still love this place. As I said before, I love myself a good independently owned pet store. Especially one that you are allowed to take your pets into and one that has the owners dogs within. Actually a lot of the places in OBX have pet friendly establishments anymore, but this is probably the only one that is specifically a pet store. Once again we were here around the time they were to start their Yappy Hour which I find to be an extra special treat for animal lovers and their pets alike. We did not stay, but we did shop a bit. We chatted with the shop owner and were informed that they just opened another location up the road in Duck near the start of the Boardwalk. Exciting news and that meant more pet products to look at (review for that location to come in a bit). If by chance you cannot find the item you are looking for, check out their website as you will be able to find something there that is not in the store. read more

We love coming to the Outer Barks each time we are in town. Our dog loves it even more. The owners are so friendly and treat you like true neighbors. Their homemade treats are favorite and they have an assortment of other goodies. read more

I was actually somewhat disappointed in this store. The layout was unappealing and not conducive to browsing. Their offerings were extremely limited. The whole atmosphere of the place made me feel uncomfortable and cramped. That being said, the lady working there when we visited was incredibly friendly and super helpful. The homemade all-natural dog treats were well worth the visit, and despite my reservations, would likely lead me to visit again. (We were told this location would probably be closing within the next year.) read more

I LOVE this store! The owners, Robin and Kevin Carey, are amazing folks whose store is full of unique products including specialty foods, cards, artwork, books, gorgeous jewelry and clothing, as well as many hard to find items. Their Yappy Happy Hour is now a famous weekly gathering for dogs and their assistants! Fun, games, Robin's own home cooked doggie goodies, portraits, paw prints and much more. A must stop for all canine fans. Plenty of room for your pooches to roam the store. You won't be disappointed. read more

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I make it a point to stop here every visit to the OBX. I love that they are open in the winter and the summer which I can't say for many other places here. This dog boutique really serves the true dog lover. Toys, snacks, clothes, and art... they have it all. Some of the coolest dog art I've seen has come from here and I'm a proud owner of a few pieces. The couple that runs this place are some of the nicest folks i the OBX and If i could, I'd buy one of everything and bring it back home with me. If you have a pet, or know someone who is a dog fanatic, come by and get some goodies here. I also just found out today that they do a NYE party for folks and the invite is extended to dyour fur babies. Love! read more

If you are a dog lover this is definitely a place to stop by! The owners and workers are absolutely wonderful. They kept making suggestions and even let some kids play the piano inside. They are happy people with big hearts! My aunt owns a small dog store like this in Maryland and she got the idea from this place. Yappy hours are great and I always find something for my pup here. Only downfall is pricing. A little more expensive than I have seen and I would get more if they cut it down a little bit. read more

Absolutely loved this place! Such friendly staff, clean store and so many treats to choose from. Will definitely return every year. Our dogs loved the treats! read more

My wife and I consider Duck, North Carolina a second home of sorts, and love to vacation there. We're also dog lovers, have two wonderful mutts, and the first place we stop when arriving in Duck is at The Outer Barks. The owners are the nicest people around, really 'get' the whole dog thing (dogs rule!), host Yappy Hours that are the funniest thing around, with people and their dogs socializing and soaking in the beach life together. The shop carries a great assortment of pet items, it's in a great little outdoor shopping center, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. One of our dogs, Emma, thinks she owns the place. Goes behind the counter, greets customers, and probably wishes she could work there full time. read more

We love this place!!! Kevin and his wife are great. We have two weimaraners and we stay in Duck NC every year. This store is not only great for your pets, but these are some amazing town people that own this place. I try my best to buy asmuch as I can from Outer Barks, it just makes me feel good since they really care about fur babies and their owners. read more

Located in a small shopping center in the Duck, North Carolina (Outer Banks) is a small shop with TONS of doggie breed themed stuff- purses, plates, cups, hats, mugs, and of course, tons of stuff for your canine pas as well. The shop is well stocked with things for all breeds and kinds of dog lovers- and your pooch is welcome to come in and sample some of the goodies they have on sale as well. read more

The Outer Barks is the best pet store I have ever been to. Robin got down on all fours and played with my dog, and her own dog -- Boggie -- didn't even get jealous. I bought some great chew toys to keep my Goldendoodle Norton occupied, and had a really great visit. When I got home, I decided to write about how wonderful it is to vacation at OBX with dogs: http://roamingtheplanet.com/?p=736 read more

This is a spectacular local business for goofy dog people, locals and visitors alike. Nicest people on the planet working there - because they love animals. One year when we brought our dog to the beach a little too close to the 4th of July, they had Thundershirts in stock in his size. (Saved the day for our Moxley!) When I explained another year that my pup wasn't a "yappy hour" kinda pup (he just ignores the other dogs and doesn't care about the doggie pool), they handed me a container of doggie-cappuccino-ice cream for him anyway. It's where I get gifts for my petsitter, and toys & treats for her dog & mine, and any "how did we forget this?!" supplies for my dog during our vacation. The Outer Barks Gourmet dog treats are a big hit with my pup - but if you get the variety package, just know that all the starfish cookies sink to the bottom of the bag. :) If you have a dog, you should definitely pop in. read more

This place is awesome, me and my girlfriend are staying down in Hatteras and came up there just to get our puppy a cake for his birthday. After the three hour drive up there because of the crazy traffic we rolled in and were greeted by the friendliest owners i have ever seen. There puppy is so sweet and friendly as well. We love the place for sure though and will come back if we are ever up that way! read more

First time visitor... Very nice gentleman that had great customer service. Wanted one of their dachshund hand painted tiles and was indecisive due to price... He provided the service needed to make the purchase. Felt very welcomed! My two doxies gobbled up the treats once I arrived home 5 hours later to NoVA! read more

Thank you Outer Barks for my new look! My mom and dad love your store. I visited when I was a puppy my 1st year to OBX 9 years ago and they still have my pupcasso I made during yappy hour. read more

Outer Barks - Pet Stores Near Me - Duck, North Carolina

Fun store, friendly staff and an interesting selection. However, I was little turned off by how expensive everything was. $50 for a life jacket for a small dog? This is coming from a woman who will spare no expense for her dog, but really? I can buy the same life jacket from Petsmart for less than $20. I get that there is a mark up and I want to support small businesses, but this is a little ridiculous. read more

Robin & Kevin are the best! My furkids love Yappy Hour!