The Best Pet Stores in Toronto

The best pet stores in Toronto are savings-sucking wonderlands for pet parents in the city. And I make no judgement, for I consider myself neatly in that category. These shops have all your basic necessities and then some — from puppy chow to bedazzled collars and organic, hand-baked treats — and friendly staff to help you decide between the cold-weather doggie hoodie or waterproof (water-woof?) raincoat. If you're anything like me, you'll buy both. Here is the list of the best pet stores in Toronto.

See also:

The best dog parks in Toronto
The best pet grooming and daycare in Toronto

Helmutt’s Pet Supply

Every dog knows no trip to Trinity Bellwoods Park is complete without a stop into Helmutt’s to pick up some organic treats. As if you could show your face at the water fountain with plain old grocery store brand! Helmutt’s has a great selection of food, treats, and grooming supplies, along with some toys (in case your owner forgets to bring your ball to the park), leashes, and other pet essentials. More »

The Bone House

For the socially conscious pet (or pet owner). The Bone House tries to stock as many Canadian-made and eco-friendly products as possible, without forfeiting squeaky-toy-fun or pet-treat-deliciousness. Here you’ll find bones from Rowe Farms, clothes from West Paw, and super stylist Pet Lodge beds. Plus Cain & Able KissAble toothpaste, suitable for overly-excited hellos. More »

Small Wonders Pet Emporium

The place for the latest in Ed Hardy designer collars. Or, if you’re more into substance than style, collars made from cork, hemp, and bamboo. Small Wonders Pet Emporium is a mom and pop shop with close to 20 years in the biz, offering everything from raw foods to smoked bones, supplements and lots of toys. The shop also hosts dog training classes. More »

Timmie Doggie Outfitters

Two boutiques, high style, and an in-store grooming studio. Timmie Doggie Outfitters is for those stylish and pampered pets that wouldn’t dare been seen at the local fire hydrant wearing last year’s ChillyDog raincoat. Find this season’s most stylish collars, coats, beds, toys, and, uh, “business bags” at both Timmie’s Leslieville and Queen West stores, or just stop in for a quick trim. More »

Wag on the Danforth

A family-run business known for its Adopt-A-Thons and extremely knowledgeable advice. Yes, help for those incessant 3 a.m. upset-stomach wake-ups (“should I switch foods or just stop letting her eat weeds on our walks?”). This shop has a solid variety of pet food options, as well as supplements, toys, and accessories. There’s also a self-serve bath station at the back of the store. More »

Menagerie Pet Shop

Menagerie is one pet shop that goes beyond just the dog and cat crowds. Located in Cabbagetown, this store offers plenty of bird and small animal supplies, a reptile and amphibian section, and a full fish room. So if you don’t feel like trekking out to the zoo, you can always stop by to say hello to the four resident Menagerie birds (and they might say “hi” back). Look for the giant Iguana outside. More »

Tails

Everyone knows the Beaches loves its animals, and Tails caters directly to that crowd. The shop is a retail store and grooming studio that also sells fish, reptiles, birds and small animals. And for the exhibitionist pet (specifically, the hamster), Tails hosts an in-store hamster race on the first of every month. Fortunately for the winner (and runners-up), treats are very close by. More »

My Pet Boutique

Where your pet is not just your best friend, but your best accessory. This Yorkville shop has only the finest carrying bags, collars, and clothes to dress up your pet, along with gourmet treats to spoil your pooch, even though he’d just as eagerly eat a fallen sandwich off the floor. If you’re looking for cashmere for your corgi, this is your shop. More »

The Dog Bowl

Eco-friendly-focused and unabashedly adorned with Wag Portrait paintings, The Dog Bowl is Dundas West’s answer to earth-friendly dog and cat supplies and lots of delicious chow. With English sheepdog Jamie standing guard (or snoozing) by the door, The Dog Bowl is strategically designed so you and your pup can peruse all of its toys and supplies. More »

Dogfather & Co.

Where the dog beds come with carved wooden frames and the water bowls are shaped like bone china teacups. A stone’s throw from Rosedale Station, Dogfather & Co. has all your pet basics (and many more luxuries), along with its own spa in its basement and a dog “café” out back. Because after napping for 18 hours a day, every puppy deserves a little indulgence. More »

Urban Dog

Over in the Distillery District, Urban Dog is part spa, part activity centre, and part bakery and boutique. That bakery and boutique is ideally situated for a dog that’s just completed his or her agility routine, with lots of fresh baked and meaty treats on hand, as well as a good mix of toys for a special reward. Count on finding lots of curious noses snooping around here. More »

Boubah’s Pet Store

Over at St. Clair and Oakwood, Boubah’s is another one-stop shop with gear for dogs and cats, fish and reptiles, birds, and small animals. Beyond the food, toys, and other basics, Boubah’s operates an in-store adoption centre for found kittens and litters of accidental pups. A neighbourhood hub, and not just for the kittens. More »