We are a small, family-owned pet supply store located in the heart of Arcata, California. We have been serving our community’s pets and pet parents since 1992 when we first opened our doors. Over the past 30+ years, we have grown from a tiny pet boutique to a full-service pet care destination with over 10,000 square feet of pet essentials and specialty items.
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Here at Arcata Pet Supply, we know pets. For over 30 years, we have been the go-to pet shop for discriminating pet parents across Arcata and beyond who want the best for their furry, feathery, and scaly family members. As pet lovers ourselves, we got into this business not just to make a living, but to make a difference for pets and their people. We take great pride in helping create happy, healthy homes for pets of all kinds. Read on to learn why we believe Arcata Pet Supply is the clear choice for all your pet supply needs.
Our pets are part of the family here at Arcata Pet Supply. You can often find some of our own cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, fish, and small animals hanging out in the store, eager to greet customers and give you a sense of the loving homes we provide all types of pets. We treat every animal who comes through our doors with the same gentle care and respect we show our personal pets at home. Your pets comfort, safety, and happiness is always our top concern. We’ll take the time to understand you and your pet’s specific needs, discuss proper pet care, give training tips, and ensure you leave with all the right supplies for your pet’s optimal wellbeing. We wouldn’t expect anything less for our own furry kids!
With close to 100 years of combined pet care experience amongst our staff, you can trust that when you come to Arcata Pet Supply for advice, you’ll be speaking with true pet experts who can offer personalized guidance specific to your unique situation and the needs of your pets. We’ll explain the pros and cons of various pet food brands, puzzles and toys to keep your pet stimulated, proper housing setups for small animals and reptiles, safe treats for training, seasonal pet wellness needs, normal and abnormal behaviors in pets at different life stages, integrating a new pet into a multi-pet home, preparing pets for a new baby’s arrival, caring for senior pets, accommodating pets with special needs, traveling with animals, positive reinforcement training methods that work, supplements to promote health, remedies for anxious pets, maintaining aquariums and terrariums, handling techniques for small pets, avian nutrition facts, creating cat-friendly spaces, tips for timid dogs, grooming services,boarding and pet sitting options when you travel, veterinary services, pet insurance and so much more. With decades of experience fostering happy pet families, we’ve seen and helped solve just about every common and not-so-common pet care challenge imaginable. No question is too basic or too complex. Let us lend you our expertise!
Our extra large 7,500 square foot shop is specially designed to meet the needs of all types of pets and their humans under one roof. Browse our wide aisles to discover over 10,000 quality, nutrition-focused pet products for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish, ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, rats, mice, horses, backyard chickens and more. Some product highlights include:
Premium, natural pet foods featuring wholesome ingredients with no artificial preservatives, colors, flavors or fillers. We carry all varieties of dry kibble, canned foods, raw foods, homemade diets, prescription foods, freeze-dried options, limited ingredient formulas for pets with allergies, grain-free choices, optimal protein sources for carnivores, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds and supplements to create balanced home-prepared meals. Sample bites are available so your pet can taste test before you buy.
Fun, stimulating toys to keep pets active and entertained. Find interactive games, chew toys, fetching balls, plush animals, catnip kickers, teething aids, dog puzzles that hide treats, feather wand attachments, scratching posts, laser pointers, treat-release balls, floppy discs, crinkle critters, squeaky toys, ropes and tugs and more!
Quality habitats, enclosures, tanks and cages sized appropriately for small animals, birds and reptiles to thrive. Select from spacious wire cages for rabbits and guinea pigs, multi-level condos for ferrets and chinchillas, roomy terrariums and vivariums for snakes, lizards, frogs, spiders and turtles outfitted with proper heating and lighting. We also carry aquariums, stands and tank decor along with filters, pumps and other fish supplies to establish healthy underwater ecosystems.
Outdoor gear like tie-outs, aerial runs, poopy bag carriers, portable water bottles, reflective vests, cold weather coats, life jackets, boarding steps for elderly pets, stakes, buckets, horse brushes, chicken coops and fencing to help backyard birds and animals flourish.
Bathing, grooming and dental care essentials from shampoos, combs, brushes and nail clippers to toothbrushes, toothpastes and dental chews to foster good hygiene.
Training tools including clickers, whistles, collars, leashes, harnesses, tie downs, muzzles, handling gloves, treat pouches, pens, gates, crates and carriers to reinforce positive habits.
Supplements and remedies specially formulated to alleviate arthritis, anxiety, allergies, skin irritation, digestive issues and more health problems commonly affecting modern pets. We offer custom doses based on your pet’s weight.
Vaccine records, ID tags, doors, fences, gates, poop bag dispensers and other items to identify pets and safely confine them at home.
Gift items like pet theme jewelry, apparel, mugs, keychains, magnets, plush animals and other keepsakes for devoted pet lovers.
That’s just a sampling of what we carry for dogs, cats, small animals, reptiles, fish, backyard birds, horses and all manner of more exotic creature companions. Come see our huge selection in person today!
In addition to caring for personal pets, Arcata Pet Supply works closely with our local shelter, rescue groups, service animal trainers, wildlife rehabilitators, animal control department and veterinary hospital to support animals in need throughout our community. We donate pet food, supplies and funds to these organizations and host regular adoption and fundraising events so they can continue their life-saving work. We also found homes for more than 500 orphan kittens through our in-store foster program. Supporting these pet-helping partners is our way of looking out for all our furry and feathered friends in Arcata who may not have a caring family yet. Each purchase you make helps animals beyond your own.
We care about our planet at Arcata Pet Supply and we know you do too. That’s why we source natural, environmentally responsible products made from recycled, renewable materials with minimal packaging whenever possible. Foods and goods that leave less of a carbon footprint can be found in every aisle. Look for our special earth friendly tags to easily identify planet-pleasing picks for your pet made sustainably. We also operate our shop with green energy, utilize green cleaning supplies and recycling programs, host quarterly neighborhood clean-ups to beautify our town, and support environmental conservation efforts both locally and globally to be good stewards of the earth so people, pets and wildlife alike can thrive for generations to come. Every eco-conscious choice you make for your pet’s provisions positively impacts our shared world.
As much as we encourage our customers to drop into our welcoming little shop, we know your schedule is often hectic and sometimes making an extra stop seems overwhelming, even for precious pet supplies. That’s why we offer speedy shipping, effortless online ordering through our website and complimentary curbside pickup during all store hours so you can get what your pet needs fast without leaving your car. Browse and purchase all our available products online using secure payment methods. Then simply park in our designated pickup spots and call us when you’ve arrived. We’ll promptly deliver your order directly to you. Easy as that! No need to haul heavy bags of pet food inside. We’ll handle it for you with a smile. This convenient option allows busy customers like you to check one more errand off your to-do list from the comfort of your vehicle. Let us simplify satisfying your pet’s needs!
For our customers needing an extra hand due to limited mobility, lack of transportation, tightly-packed schedules or simply wanting to save time, Arcata Pet Supply offers free home delivery on qualifying orders. Live more than 10 miles away? No problem! As long as you meet our order minimums, we will pack up your pets provisions in our official shop van and bring everything right to your door at no extra charge. No carrying costs, no hassle. Simply buy online or call in your order and we’ll take care of the rest, just like a pizza delivery but with pet supplies! Sit back while we shoulder the load and traverse the miles to conveniently cater to your animal’s needs.
Running out of pet food or litter at an inopportune time can spell disaster for busy pet parents. Avoid the nightmare of discovering an empty bag of kibble at midnight when stores are closed by signing up for our automatic delivery subscription service. Tell us your preferred products and desired delivery interval and we’ll automatically ship a fresh batch right as your supply runs low so you never miss a meal for your furkid. Customize your order frequency and products or pause and cancel anytime. Subscribing takes the guesswork out of keeping your companion animal fed and reduces your chore list. We’ll replenish provisions on autopilot so you have one less thing demanding mental bandwidth.grace your home.
We value our loyal shoppers! To thank you for making Arcata Pet Supply your go-to spot for pet provisions decade after decade, we founded our Paws Rewards loyalty program to give back special perks and prizes to devoted customers like you. Earn points every time you shop that can be redeemed for free products, discounts on future purchases, store credit, donation dollars to rescue charities and even pet-friendly vacations! The more you buy for your beloved animals over the years, the more rewards you’ll reap. We also offer surprise birthday freebies, exclusive members-only sales events and reserved early access to limited product releases. Why not join over 5,000 existing members saving money thanks to our undying gratitude? Become a VIP today!
We whole heartedly welcome well-mannered pets here at Arcata Pet Supply! Shop with your dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles and other critters stress-free knowing our store was designed for animals from the ground up. Find ample water stations, safe flooring, pet proof displays, a first-aid area just for pets and a special outdoor run so your companions can stretch their legs while you browse. Our team gladly accommodates service animals and special needs pets too with disability parking, elevated beds, mobility carts and more. We also allow controlled pet greetings and photo sessions to spread joy. Share your fabulous furry friend with us on social media! Creating an environment where the entire family can shop simultaneously has always been our goal. Bring everyone along for fun outings anytime at Arcata Pet Supply!
Here at Arcata Pet Supply, we aim to lift up people as much as pets in our community. We regularly host donation drives for items like pet food and blankets for shelters. We also collect school supplies, personal hygiene items and non-perishable snacks for kids in low-income school districts. Additionally, we offer quarterly scholarships for aspiring veterinarians and volunteer often at the youth animal rescue club teaching children compassion. During holidays, store leadership prepares and serves meals at the local soup kitchen too. Our shop sponsors parks cleanups days, youth sport teams like the Junior Basketball League, the high school marching band and more. And when staff aren’t busy helping customers, they make homemade pet toys and accessories for animal charities to sell at fundraisers. We pet lovers have big hearts so lending neighbors in need an occasional helping paw comes naturally at Arcata Pet Supply.
Our inviting local pet supply shop has nurtured happy homes for thousands of finned, furred and feathered creatures across Humboldt County since 1995 through compassion, community and carrying the very best supplies. Let us care for your pets too! Stop in today to discover why we’ve been voted Arcata’s favorite pet store 15 years running. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff eager to answer questions and recommend ideal nutrition and products guaranteed to keep your animals content. Browse vast inventory, speak to real experts, get free samples, join loyalty savings programs and more at Arcata Pet Supply – here for you and your pets needs now and for years to come. See you and your furry companions soon!
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Our pet supplies are carefully selected to ensure they are made from safe, high-quality materials. As a small local business, we’re able to offer competitive prices that big box chains can’t match. We strive to make quality pet care accessible for every pet parent.
We run monthly promotions and seasonal sales events – follow us on social media or subscribe to our email list to hear about deals first. Purchases also earn you rewards points to save on future orders. We’re happy to create customized multi-item packages with discounted pricing for loyal customers too.
The health of your pet is our top priority. We carry Hills, Royal Canin, Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets and other foods specifically formulated to help dogs and cats with issues like diabetes, heart disease, allergies, kidney problems and more. Just ask – we’re happy to assist in finding the right food.
We select hardy chew treats that support dental health, like bully sticks and Himalayan chews. For play, we pick toys that stimulate natural behaviors – balls that dispense treats when batted around, plush critters with hidden catnip, tug ropes made of tough materials, and more. Our pet experts happily provide specific recommendations if you have questions about picking the best options for your furry family members.
With space limitations, we’ve chosen to dedicate our shop fully to offering the best selection of quality pet foods, medicines, accessories and more at great prices. We’re happy to provide personalized recommendations and advice to support you in all aspects of care though. Please reach out anytime with questions – we treat every customer like part of our pack!
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