Just a short two block walk from Four Paws Veterinary center is this local neighborhood pet store. It is certainly not as big as the mega chain stores but what it lacks in size it makes up with kind and helpful staff who take the time to explain things. Anyone who follows me on Yelp knows that every other Friday I take my Pug Pugsly to the vet where he gets his spa treatment. Sometimes when I'm in the area this pet store is a very convenient place to walk to and stop in and see what they have. The staff greet you when you walk in the store and as soon as your inside you get that independent business vibe which is something that's lacking in many of the bigger chain pet stores. One of the good things about patronizing a small local business is that you're more apt to have someone on staff who will take more time with you. That personal touch not only extends to showing you where things are but taking extra time to help. I have been to many of the larger stores looking for a new raincoat for Pugsly and usually I'm just told where they're located. Then when I have a question, I have to wander the aisles looking for assistance. That's not the situation here. The staff are easy to find and more than willing to help. I was looking for a raincoat which is more of a seasonal item in pet shops but this store actually had some. Trying to hold Pugsly's leash lead, him and the raincoat would take more hands thank have. Fortunately, a staff person actually helped me by offering to hold my little pug because he was way too excited to make this a one man task! He earlier got away several times and was dragging his retractable leash around the store as I chased him. He's a fast pug! They did not have what I wanted in his size but offered to order it for me. I needed it that day and they understood. The store has a wide selection based on your type of pet. There's stuff for all kinds of critters so it's not just all about Pugsly and dogs... although Pugsly probably saw this shop as his own personal playground. My advice is if you're in the area check this pet shop out. You never know what you'll find at a small independent business catering to pets. It's a good way to expose you and your pets to different products that you can't find at the bigger stores. Wander the aisles with or without your furry friend and pick something up for them. Staff are attentive and friendly and will go the extra mile for you. Pugsly highly recommends Ideal Pet! read more