Paw Shoppe Pet Center

The chicks they have for sale are being neglected. Dirty water, bird food barely attainable bc the food tray is filled with shavings. It isn’t easy to care for chicks. Maybe if they didn’t have so many proper care would be possible.
Called animal control

Back to when I still had full custody over my leopard gecko, I used to come her for crickets weekly, for the better part of a decade. Needless to restate, I spent quite a bit of time here, and got to know the staff pretty well. There’s this one staff member who has the most obnoxious sense of humor, and I honestly used to avoid buying my crickets when he was working, in an attempt to avoid his blasé smirks. However, he is a character (i guess), and seems to entertain the older women who buy 50 $ bags of gourmet dog food for their dinky schnauzers.
At first glance, this store seems to be a tiny afterthought in the strip mall, when the owner needed a place to fill an awkwardly narrow space. However, It is actually quite large, and has a fairly amazing selection of goods and live animals. Animals sold here include small birds, some fish, rodents, some reptiles and amphibians, and occasionally, some cats.
As anyone knows, one of the most important aspects of any pet-store’s atmosphere is its music. I have come to notice that the background music playing in the store varies with the set of staff working that day. The music played in this store has ranged from the splendid jazz stylings of Ella Fitzgerald, to the nickelbackness of Nickelback. This makes for an unpredictable shopping experience each time. This sense of adventure keeps the Paw Shoppe a spicy, invigorating place to shop for your pets.
give the shoppe a shot, i guess

I’ve been coming to the paw shoppe for a long time and have always had a great experience. Today’s post, however, is for Judy, the groomer there. I just picked up my dogs from her and they are so happy and clean. I am beyond impressed with her skills and how she treats our pups like family. My dogs are fairly large, and a very temperamental breed (Akita and German Shephard), and they went in with no hesitation and came out so happy. I will definitely go back every time to Judy. Thank you!!!

I started going to this pet store for 2 reasons — I think it’s important to shop and small businesses and I was looking for a GOOD groomer (had bad experiences with groomers before) and I was so happy with what I found in this shop. Friendly, helpful staff, the price of my dog food was less than in the larger stores, they have wonderful home-​made treats and the groomer listens to what you want — my dog looks exactly how I want him to look

Paw Shoppe Pet Center held a clinic put on by Qualified Pet Dental. I made an appointment to have my dog’s teeth cleaned and was treated very poorly by the representatives from Qualified Pet Dental. I am not reviewing the store. but I am reviewing Qualified Pet Dental and giving them the lowest recommendation I can give them. When I asked them questions, and then asked if I could watch them when they treated my dog, they said I was being difficult and refused to allow me to stay with my dog. If Paw Shoppe Pet Center ever has them back, I hope they will ask them to be more sensitive to owner’s concerns and desires for their dogs.

My boyfriend and I stumbled across this store on our way to rite aid. We joked around about going in and finding the cats we wanted and sure enough we did. They had just arrived like 45 mins before we walked in. They appeared healthy looking. For only $ 150 we got both kittens, spayed and neutered, microchipped, and a pretty decent size bag of food. Almost a year later and we are the happiest cat owners ever. Who would have thought we would have found our dream cats without even trying.

Absolutely love this place:) I first found out about it when I was a student a Millikan high school about ten years ago and it’s been my go-​to place ever since! Not only are the staff super knowledgable and friendly, but they go the extra length to help me find exactly what I’m looking for! One of the first things I notice when I go in there is it smells nice and clean and its full of healthy and happy looking pets:)! And to be honest, I like the fact that they only carry the highest quality pet food and not the nasty crap they sell at «other big name brand stores». And they even have their own little paw shoppe bakery that has healthy treats that are homemade by the owner:) I will ALWAYS be a loyal costumer at the paw shoppe because I like supporting such a honest and helpful business!

We have been coming to this shop for a few years. Judy does a great job of grooming or dog, and I like to pick up our favorite brand of Lovebird /​Conure food. It’s not a big name commercial brand, so I feel lucky to find it here. The Paw Shop is very convenient. I run in, grab the birdseed, and I’m out of there in no time. The people are always helpful and friendly. The parking is very convenient. I park right in front! I don’t have to walk the whole length of a football field from my car to the shop! I also like that the shop is kind of condensed– I don’t like having to hike a mile in a store that is the size of a city block. I am on my feet all day at work already!!! So sometimes smaller is better. Good service. Nice people. Quality products. I like it.

This place has the best customer service! I have ordered several times wysong gourmet cases for my two kittens through Pet Center. Their turn around times are quick. Excellent and courteous staff. They also have amazing discounts.

Wonderful shop! We went in to purchase two female fancy rats. We were not pressured to purchase anything. We now have two adorable little ladies who are loving their three tier rat condo. Thank you Paw Shoppe! :D

Great service !!! I had a girl named Debbie help me, she was so sweet and helpful! She answered any questions I had and took her time with us, I can tell she’s really passionate about her job.

This place is horrible I purchased some canadae dog food which was filled with maggots and roaches, I went back to complain and the blond hair kid with a huge scar on his head told me to pick out the bugs and there was nothing he could do and If I wanted another bag I would have to purchase it. I have emailed and called the store and I have not received a response. DON’T GO HERE. YOUR DOG WILL GET SICK.

I came in here in December looking for a jacket type thing for my pup. He’s not even a year old but I can’t find any clothing for him because he’s just a big boy. It was getting cold and I didn’t want my baby to suffer. They had a box of camo print jackets with a fuzzy lining they were selling for 6 dollars each. My boy came in and tried on a jacket, and it fit! But, I wasn’t sold yet.
What did sell me was that they agreed to give away a jacket to a needy pet if I purchased the jacket. I don’t know if they did, but the idea was there, which was awesome.
I’ve gotten some small foodstuffs here before and for the price, the small portions are worth the investment.
The staff is nice and knowledgeable about their products.
One star taken away because I wish they had more options in the area of collars and leashes for very large and/​or strong dogs.

I have been taking my three dogs to Ricky for at least 7 years. He does wonderful work with their long fur and they love coming to him. As soon as I mention Ricky’s name, the «tres princessas» as he named them, get all excited and I think they are a little disappointed when mommy shows up to take them home. I live in Long Beach but when he moved to Lakewood I didn’t hesitate for a moment knowing I would follow him. I recommend him unreservedly to work with my prescious babies and you know what? He’s pretty good with people too. I just love him to pieces
Beni Jobes

Boutique pet shop. Selection small, but they carefully select the merchandise. Staff member helped me select different products and racked their brain trying to come up with a solution for a hairball cat who won’t take Petromalt and shouldn’t be eating dry food.

Judy is their groomer, and she does an incredible job at a very reasonable rate! I’ve been to every dog groomer within 20 miles, and not only is she terrific, she is also the fastest in getting my dogs washed, trimmed, and out of there (usually in less than two hours). Also, she works on Sundays. Just another note: she is often completely booked up, so call for an appointment at least a week in advance.
As for the contents of the store, they are well stocked and varied, but slightly higher in price than neighboring stores. Still, the employees are great to deal with, know their stuff, and are always helpful. My dogs love these dried round chicken treats that I can find no where else: The Paw Shoppe carries them plus a good variety of dog food (canned and dried), and treats. They used to carry the frozen meat loafs that were made by Natural Balance (until the manufacturer stopped making the product); they still have frozen items.
Oh, yes, there is a lot of parking available, so that is not an issue. And, dogs are welcome within the store, should they wish to select their own toy.

I was in the vicinity of Sprint Street and Palo Verde Blvd so I decided to go into Paw Shoppe and pick up my cattle dog a little something to chew on. I love this kind of pet store! It was small and the people where nice. Something was lost when Petco opened up and turned small pet stores into a big box shopping experience.
The had some birds and some other animals and good selection of dog toys which is why I went in the first place. I found one that seemed like it would work and the brand is called Rough and Rugged. So far its holding up. If it outperforms a Kong toy then I will really be excited.

Stopped by here yesterday after getting some foodies. Anyhow, got a bag of rabbit treats me and my gf’s bunny. They have two bunnies there for adoption. There’s Judy Griffith aka The Rabbit Lady who rescues abandon rabbits.
562−618−8638
Another recommendation is over @ Long Beach City College, they have over 90 bunnies of various colors and sizes for adoption. Contact Donna Prindle at
/​ (562) 938‑4356.
Let’s find a home for these loving bunnies!!!

Been getting my crickets for my lizards here since I was a kid (it was in Lakewood back then). Now I have dogs and I’m jazzed about their food. They carry the big Canidae! Woo hoo! They also have real dog treats like the dried chicken and sweet potato strips, not crappy Milk Bones. I’ve been in pet stores all around Long Beach, and they are of the few that actually have feeder animals (mice, rats, worms, crickets). This was always an issue finding guys that carried this stuff when I was into reptiles big time. Plus, they let me bring in my dogs without
getting all uppity. Hey, they want to shop around, too.

Wow! Who knew participating in karaōke at Yankee Doodles would win me a prize that would lead me here!
I received a $ 20 coupon for the Paw Shoppe and went there today to redeem my prize. What I found was a crew of friendly and helpful guys working there. Space, yes, lots of space for an independently-​owned shop and a great selection of toys, treats, and food for my Penguin. Also, the store did not stink (I know, it may in time).
My spoiled girl just got $ 75 worth of pig ears, snouts, rawhide, tennis balls, a new dog tag, and a stuffed amoeba shape.
After I made my purchases, helpful Derrick signed me up for their APD program and another incentive program for spending x amount of dollars in their store. I didn’t need it though. The whole pawsitive experience was incentive enough to return here when I need to restock on all things Penguin.
Keep it up guys!