Can petco buy a pet from you?

No, Petco does not sell cats or dogs. In partnership with Petco Love and local animal welfare organizations, you can meet adoptable dogs and cats at your neighborhood store. Petco sells the essentials you need for your new dog or cat.

1. Will Petco buy my dog?
2. Will PetSmart take unwanted pets?
3. Does Petco take pets back?
4. Why you shouldn't buy pets from Petco?
5. Can you buy pets online?
6. Are there bunnies in Petco?
7. Does Petco take cats?
8. Can you adopt a dog after surrendering?
9. Does Petco hold animals?
10. Can you surrender a cat to PetSmart?
11. Is it ethical to buy from Petco?
12. Where does Petco get their dogs?

Will Petco buy my dog?

Petco does not take dogs—at least not from the public. The dogs you might see for adoption in store are available through a shelter or rescue that is in partnership with the Petco Foundation.

Will PetSmart take unwanted pets?

PetSmart does not take in or rehome animals of any kind as of 2021. Instead, PetSmart customers can rehome their dog, cat, or other small pets at shelters or pet rescue centers. Additionally, PetSmart will not accept the surrender of pets if they were purchased at one of its stores.

Does Petco take pets back?

30 day return terms apply to companion animal and freshwater aquatic life purchases made in store. Saltwater aquatic life cannot be returned or exchanged. Prescription returns cannot be accepted at store locations. Petco offers a 100% refund on pet services pursuant to our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee or It's Free.

Why you shouldn't buy pets from Petco?

Chances are they are going to end up at large chain pet stores like Petco or Petsmart. ... The issue with these pet stores is that they can lead you to impulse buy a pet, employees can give you the wrong care information about the pet you are buying, and worst yet, many people suspect them to abuse their animals.

Can you buy pets online?

While the internet is a great way to research and look for your new best friend, you should absolutely avoid buying a pet online. Poor practices can place animals at serious risk, and can also mean consumers risk being deceived and disappointed.

Are there bunnies in Petco?

OK, so a bit of good news for bunnies. For years, PETA has been pushing PETCO to end the sale of animals in its stores. This week, the company finally announced that it will no longer sell rabbits in it stores.

Does Petco take cats?

Petco cannot accept cats. You may see adoptable cats in some Petco locations, but these cats are available through a shelter or rescue that is in partnership with the Petco Foundation.

Can you adopt a dog after surrendering?

Even if you feel a little hesitant about taking your dog back into the shelter, as long as your reason for returning them is reasonable, you'll be welcome to adopt from that shelter again.

Does Petco hold animals?

At Petco we offer a variety of small animals including chinchillas, ferrets, guinea pigs, rats and mice, and multiple species of hamsters. The right small animal for you depends on the level of care you can provide and the type of companionship you desire.

Can you surrender a cat to PetSmart?

PetSmart does not take cats, though you are allowed to bring your cat into the store if you are shopping. If you attempt to surrender a cat at a PetSmart location, you will be turned away and given other options.

Is it ethical to buy from Petco?

SAN DIEGO, March 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Petco, the leading national pet specialty retailer, has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as a 2017 World's Most Ethical Company^®.

Where does Petco get their dogs?

A three-month undercover investigation conducted by PETA provides an inside look into Holmes Farm, a large Pennsylvania breeder that supplies animals to Petco, PetSmart, Pet Supplies Plus and other large pet store chains.