Walked in on a busy Sunday afternoon to buy our son his first pet fish (after much pleading on his…read morepart). One of the staff guided us through everything we needed and why, which fish to consider and why. Patient, knowledgeable, and helpful. Probably spent 20 minutes with us. We walked out with a 10 liter starter aquarium kit, three fish, and food, and what we needed to know to get started. If you're doing pet fish in Richmond, check out Fin & Feather.

Very clean. Nice variety. Some large snakes. We came to set up an aquarium and left with some…read moreexcellent ideas.

This is such a nice store. I randomly stopped in and the owner, Jeff. Was super friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. I will definitely go back. I found a wonderful toy for our yellow lab, Grayson. Very reasonably priced. And food recommendations for my two cats who need more fiber was also helpful.

This is a great pet store, they have high quality dog food that you can't find at chain pet stores…read morethe staff is friendly and knowledgeable

Went in for a pick up delivery today for my dog food thinking everything goes smooth, usually…read morefriendly encounters with the cashier or whoever is working there but today was a little different. I pick up my dog food once a month usually so I have been going there for the past 7months. But today I went in tried picking up my dog food which my sister ordered, but the girl in the front was just completely rude. No, greetings or hi how can I help you and as soon as I walked in she completely looked at me different. Regardless I came in walked up and said I needed to pick up my dog food, she asked can I get a last name. Usually I order my food online myself so knowing my sister bought it this time I used my last name and completely forgot she has gotten married recently and changed her last name. So when I gave her my last name the girl in the front looked at me like I'm crazy but I showed her screenshots with the order number and receipt that shows everything. She completely ignored that and asked for the last name so I just called my sister resolved it and gave her the right last name. After I said the last name she just stares at me for a second gives me a weird look and turned to look at her co worker then she kind of slowly turned around as she's hesitant to give me the dog food. When she did give me the dog food nothing was said no thank you or anything. Kind of sad I've been getting my dog food here for about half a year now and this one incident will have me look for another place to get my dog food from. Maybe try hiring people that will have them come back and not feel uncomfortable JUST TO PICK UP DOG FOOD can't imagine walking around asking for help about food with the kind of enthusiasm that the employee gives off. Great to know that this would be the last time I spend my money here!

No bones about it, this locally owned Pet Shop is barking up the right tree! This exclusive pet…read moremarket has uniquely selected natural foods for your furry friends! Natural food choices include fresh and raw products, dried and canned, and even dehydrated foods! They also carry organic items to keep your pets happy and healthy. It's purr-fectly obvious these people really care about animal health and well-being. They stock items with your family pet's needs in mind. Are you feline it? Their selection of treats, chews, bones, dental hygiene products is quite varied. Your pups and kitties will love the toys here, thoughtfully chosen for your man's best friends active needs. Paws for the cause...They also carry leashes, bowls, training and outdoor gear, bedding, grooming items and other supplies. I went in for a kitty box and some cat treats, greenies (supplements), kibble, and canned food. The prices were more reasonable than I expected for a smaller, privately owned store. The staff was helpful, directing me to the right aisles and helping me select the best products for my fur babies! This organized, well managed, pristine pet paradise is a must see! I feel lucky to live so close to this community oriented business, and that's litter-ally something to howl about! Just look for the bright red dogs outside the store!

I've taken my dog here several times for grooming and I've purchased dog food here. The people are…read morenice and I have zero complaints about the grooming services. Very nice. The thing that stands out is how nice the people are. I don't know if they're paid more or if they're treated better in another way, but it makes a huge difference. Thank you.

Stopped by after work to grab a few things to make my dog feel better as she's having stomach…read moreissues. I enjoyed talking with Angel for a little bit. She was knowledgeable and had her own story to share, which made me feel comfortable about what my dog has going on. When I walked outside, I took a shopping cart with me and one of the gentlemen on break walked it back. This made me realize I had forgotten a bag that he was so kind to run back in and grab.

Hands down the best Pet Supplies Plus location in Virginia. The staff is so friendly. From the…read moremoment you walk in you're greeted immediately and asked if you need any assistance. Their store is easy to navigate and products are stocked frequently. Their employees always have a smile on their faces as well! It's so worth the drive from Midlo!

Went to Pet Supplies Plus at Richmond Ridge Shopping Center for the dog self-wash and had a really…read moregood experience. The wash stations were clean, and they provided shampoo and conditioner, which made everything super convenient. One suggestion would be to also keep grooming brushes or shampoo brushes, and scrubbers available for customers to use. That would be very helpful!! Overall, I would definitely go back again for future dog washes and would recommend it to other pet owners!

I had Serpentes Reptiles come for my sons 9th birthday party. They had no problem traveling from…read moreRichmond to Williamsburg on a Sunday evening and were very accommodating when I had to reschedule the original party date due to my son being sick. I personally do not like snakes but they allowed me to stand back and took care of the whole show, handling the animals and teaching them lots of fun facts! The kids had a blast holding the reptiles and I got so many awesome pictures ! It's definitely a birthday my son will never forget!

When I want to stock up on pet supplies in bulk, I come here! I have two cats and the selection…read morehere is awesome! You will definitely find products your can't find at your local grocery store. The variety of canned Fancy Feast, kitty treats and other cat foods is without parallel. Cat supplies, cat toys, litter choices, grooming tools, and pets beds/climbing/scratching posts are plentiful. I also purchase my kitties' flea meds here! Feline heaven! I also love feeding the wild birds and they stock lots of seed and feeders for your fine feathered friends! And if you have pet birds, you'll be happy with aisles full of finch, parakeet, canary, cockatoo and parrot (and other bird) items! The dog section is huge for you puppy parents... check it out! And the aquariums full of fish are cool as well. Don't forget the little hamsters and other little furry creatures... as far as pet stores go, this one is pretty clean. The vivacious cashier, Vegas, is always pleasant and helpful. I have their PetSmart savings card which saves me a few bucks. Lots of parking. My only "pet peeve" is that it needs to put in a cart return, have cleaner carts and a sanitizing system.

My review is specifically regarding the pop up adoption events ran by Cats Cradle of RVA at this…read morePetSmart location... Pam Popkins Hall who is the co-founder of Cat's Cradle is extremely unprofessional, rude, and spreads total lies about people she interacts with when she's representing Cats Cradle of RVA. We have had a few interactions with Mrs. Hall... during all of which she was representing this organization. Each time we have been met with total unprofessionalism, outlandish assumptions she makes out of nowhere, and unfair judgement. This is our family's personal, fair, and factual account of our personal experience of the lack of professionalism, compassion, and/or care displayed by their volunteer Pam Hall. I highly recommend that you look elsewhere for your forever kitty friend. Update... Since leaving our honest review as is our right under federal law (Consumer review fairness act)... My husband and I both have gotten harassing messages & threats from this organization.

What an amazing business that is both pet supply and art house! And a specialty store for bulldogs…read morewhich includes all brachycephalic breeds. Think: boxers, pugs, Boston terriers, French and American Bullys, Staffies, et al! This is a one stop comprehensive care spot for all bull dog and regular dog parents who are looking for not only regular toys, treats, hygiene items and more but also food, allergy treatments, CBD calming treats...etc. I think I even saw a couple things for cats! Come in and support a small, Black owned, animal-lover business in beautiful downtown Richmond! Bring your fur-baby with you. You and your dog will love the experience.

From the owner: We are a dog supply store that specializes in the overall health and wellness of your four legged…read morebabies. With Top of the line dog foods that are low ingredient, yet highly nutritious for our furry friends! We have all your daily vitamins and supplements to promote healthy joint and bone growth. We also carry toys, treats, leashes, bowls, and shampoo etc, Virginia owned and operated. We are looking forward to helping provide the community with a safe place to shop for our pets with a wide range of healthy dog foods, treats, shampoo, balms and accessories.

I can't believe that there are no reviews for Skoolz of Fish yet! Heck, I can't believe -I- I…read morehaven't written a review for SoF yet! Skoolz of Fish is run by a very nice guy named Rama that I found through a Craigslist posting about 4 or so years ago. He started selling fish out of his house, but would only meet with you somewhere else to give you the fish. Now, he has a location off of Chamberlayne Ave in downtown RVA where you can go see the stock he has for yourself! The location is a bit iffy, in fact, the first time I came here, I was a bit hesistant to get out of my car...but rest assured that Rama is awesome. In fact, I'm not the only one who thinks so as I've seen several other customers come to him, especially when they know he has a new shipment coming in! I've since moved away from RVA, but I've heard he sells both freshwater and saltwater fish nowadays (he only had freshwater when I was setting up my tank). If he doesn't have it, he can definitely source it for you. I know for a fact that he has gotten axolotls in the past! Rama is very helpful with any questions you may have and very professional. His stock is always changing, so the best thing to do is either keep up with his facebook page or call him to see what he has. He's only at the Chamberlayne Ave location for a few hours everyday, but I'm pretty sure that he's flexible and can work out a meet up time with you if you can't come during his hours. Best of all, his prices are reasonable! If you need some aquatic stuff, definitely go to Skoolz of Fish. SUPPORT LOCAL! In this case, you won't regret it.

I walked into this place expecting a legitimate fish and reptile store, and I was honestly shocked…read moreby the condition of the place. It was dirty, cluttered, poorly maintained, and looked completely neglected. The overall environment was disgusting and did not give me any confidence that the animals were being properly cared for. What bothered me the most was seeing lizards in enclosures without their heating/basking lamps on. These are basic requirements for reptiles, and seeing animals kept like that was extremely concerning. The condition of some of the tanks and enclosures was just as bad. This place needs a serious reality check. Selling animals while keeping them in conditions like this is completely unacceptable. If you're thinking about buying a fish or reptile here, I'd strongly recommend looking elsewhere until the store gets its act together. Absolutely one of the worst-maintained animal stores I've been in. The animals deserve much better.

We have gone sporadically to The Barking Lot for a couple of years now. There was a…read moremiscommunication with the preference card recently and I was less than pleased with the grooming service provided. However, when I called to discuss it with the owner, he was more than happy to help. He went through and investigated the situation/preference cards, did not blame it on staff, all while trying to provide the best customer service he could. They were able to fit my two dogs in last minute which I appreciated and they did an excellent job. Even if it was a sub optimal groom, having an owner who works with customers to try and navigate problems and make them right makes this business stand out. Thank you!

I took my cat in for a lion cut. He has very long hair and it was getting matted. Luke greeted me…read moreat the door. He listened to me tell him about my kitty, who had never been groomed other than at the vet's office, and assured me everything would be fine. Luke did a wonderful job! Ozpin looks great! They also tried to bathe him but he wasn't having it..lol! Price was very reasonable, too. Luke and The Barking Lot now have a customer for life!