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These guys are the pits.

We purchased an aquarium with all accessories 2 months ago, the light stopped working so I took it back into the shop. They sent it away to investigate and found an electrical fault, fixed it, then charged me Dhs. 75.00, when I complained they told me that I had had it more than a month so this charge was OK.

Take care people.

Heehee. Serves you right for using fish as your personal pleasure machines. Power to the fish!

Why anybody would purchase anything from a pet store that sells live animals astounds me - why support such a business?

Have you seen the conditions those pets are kept in upstairs?

There are specialist aquarium stores in Dubai that you can buy from that do not sell rabbits, kittens, puppies etc bred and kept in appaling conditions.

The Major wrote:Why anybody would purchase anything from a pet store that sells live animals astounds me - why support such a business?

Have you seen the conditions those pets are kept in upstairs?

There are specialist aquarium stores in Dubai that you can buy from that do not sell rabbits, kittens, puppies etc bred and kept in appaling conditions.

Point taken and accepted.

Where are the specialist aquarium stores?, it's a serious question as I would like to visit some. Thanks.

Thanks Sage, I wish everybody would think like this before buying from that dreadful store, I really want to see it closed down.

I know nothing about aquariums, but there is an aquarium store in the new Lulu centre Al Barsha, that seems Ok, apart from the turtles (staff have no idea how to care for them), also the pet store in Arabian Ranches has a small amount of aquarium equipment and thankfully, they don't sell any live animals.

Check with the vets if they also know of any stockists.

The Major wrote:Thanks Sage, I wish everybody would think like this before buying from that dreadful store, I really want to see it closed down.

I know nothing about aquariums, but there is an aquarium store in the new Lulu centre Al Barsha, that seems Ok, apart from the turtles (staff have no idea how to care for them), also the pet store in Arabian Ranches has a small amount of aquarium equipment and thankfully, they don't sell any live animals.

Check with the vets if they also know of any stockists.

wtf??? usually i just read posts but now i have to post again.

are you people crazy??? petzone in jumeira is one of the best pet stores if not no. 1 in quality with pets. not only do they take care of the animals properly, they ensure that everything is clean.

have any of you even seen the pet shops in satwa say 3-5 years ago? the dogs they sell were half dead. atleast the ones in jumeira are healthy, vaccinated, and lively. maybe you guys dont know anything about animal health...

Yep, I must agree.....Petzone sucks big time. Bought some fish there last year. Turns out, they all turned sick after a few days and infected my other fish. Normally not a big deal to heal the fish, but they refused to help me in any way until I got really nasty.

Compared to Petland, it is appauling how they keep there live animals. AVOID!

Petzone is horrible, never buy anything there.

If you want a cat or dog please visit K9 Friends or Feline Friends.

The Major wrote:Why anybody would purchase anything from a pet store that sells live animals astounds me - why support such a business?

As opposed to a pet store that sells dead animals?

^ian^ wrote:

The Major wrote:Why anybody would purchase anything from a pet store that sells live animals astounds me - why support such a business?

As opposed to a pet store that sells dead animals?

where can I find this store...tell me....

reviewer wrote:

^ian^ wrote:

The Major wrote:Why anybody would purchase anything from a pet store that sells live animals astounds me - why support such a business?

As opposed to a pet store that sells dead animals?

where can I find this store...tell me....

Any supermarket.

kanelli wrote:Petzone is horrible, never buy anything there.

If you want a cat or dog please visit K9 Friends or Feline Friends.

Can you give me details about K9 Friends or Feline Friends, like their locations and/or phone numbers??

Thanks

hamadl wrote:Can you give me details about K9 Friends or Feline Friends, like their locations and/or phone numbers??

AP - Abandoned Pets, tel +971-4-3483799
Feline Friends ABD tel +971-50-5822916, DXB +971-50-4510058
K9 Friends Tel +971-4-3474611

Does anyone know what the difference is between

Petzone, tel +971-4-3402902
Petzone LLC, tel +971-4-3431320

In Plant street (Al Hudaiba st) in satwa there are many aquarium and pet shops. Also in Al Barsha to the south of MOE there is an aquarium sop under one of the residential buildings

bonk wrote:
Does anyone know what the difference is between

Petzone, tel +971-4-3402902
Petzone LLC, tel +971-4-3431320

I think one is a pet store and the other one is a kennel. The petzone kennel made the Dubai arrangments to import my dog (good job).

Petzone, tel +971-4-3402902
Petzone LLC, tel +971-4-3431320

The First Is Just Zone.

The Second Is Company.

i've been in Dubai many years and i've visited all the pet shops arround well to be honest i see that petzone is one of the best petshop in the country i'm dealing with them since 2 years, they are grooming my dogs and taking care of them while i'm outside the country, i think it is unfair to list such a nice shop in your black list.[/b]

They do seem above average, however I cannot sanction the conditions in which they keep cats and dogs. The state of some is appalling and they just don't seem to care for them. Every time I go in to buy dog food, I feel like buying every dog there and giving it a proper home.



Knight

I keep out of all pet stores - not because I object to them, more I don't like pets and these places usually smell awful.

Hi the best aquarium store in dubai is Aquarium concepts in Dubai investment park, telephone 04 8856067. They have great quality fish, and it's a fantastic place to visit....

Aymandar wrote:i've been in Dubai many years and i've visited all the pet shops arround well to be honest i see that petzone is one of the best petshop in the country i'm dealing with them since 2 years, they are grooming my dogs and taking care of them while i'm outside the country, i think it is unfair to list such a nice shop in your black list.[/b]

Not to sound rude but they are also a huge ripoff...last time i went there i found this bird cage which was selling for apprx 700dhs the next day i went to sharjah near rolla and found the same exact cage 100% for 150Dhs and oh yea the budgies they sell for 400 or more cost only 50dhs in Sharjah. I even bought one and took it to the vet and it was healthy. Maybe the bird or i was lucky but it still doesnt explain their ridiculously high prices.

Dubai Knight wrote:They do seem above average, however I cannot sanction the conditions in which they keep cats and dogs. The state of some is appalling and they just don't seem to care for them. Every time I go in to buy dog food, I feel like buying every dog there and giving it a proper home.



Knight

Last i checked their they were selling a fully grown persian cat for over 7000Dhs!!! insane if you ask me.

I've been hanging out in pet stores latley. Took me a little while to find this one... opp Mall of the Emirates, yeh right, that narrows it down. Anyway, yes, this one is as bad as most.
I wasn't looking for a dog/cat... already expected them to be a rip off and don't want to encourage them being looked after in poor conditions.
Will probably try and get a dog from K9, but need a puppy, so it could be a bit of a gamble. I don't want to end up with a dog I don't want.

Definitely go with K9. There are also some other rescue centers. Please consider a dog that isn't a puppy any longer. A "mature" dog has much to offer. Go to K9 and take a look. You can find one that has been trained and loving and will probably be more loyal for having been rescued by you.

I would normally get a mature dog... but
I already have a Feline Friends cat, which must have spent the first half of its life being chased by dogs and has a major phobia.
I thought that getting a small puppy would allow the cat to accept the dog before it becomes big enough to be a threat.

benwj wrote:I would normally get a mature dog... but
I already have a Feline Friends cat, which must have spent the first half of its life being chased by dogs and has a major phobia.
I thought that getting a small puppy would allow the cat to accept the dog before it becomes big enough to be a threat.

A dog is a dog. If you can't has a major phobia I'm sure it will be able to tell it's a dog, regardless if it's a puppy. Do you know someone who has a small dog that you can "borrow" to see how your cat would react. Remember, if you take a pet you take it for life!!! Do you have a backup plan in case the cat can't make the adjustment? It would truly be unfair to the puppy if the cat can't adjust and you have to rehome it.

I'm guessing that the cat would freak at a small adult dog as much as a big adult dog. And the neighbours would'nt like their dog to be given back with scratches.
The irony is that I am also getting a dog to keep other cats out of my garden, garage & house (yes they come inside, beat my cat up and sh*t).
I would never rehome the dog, just because the cat didn't like it, so hopefully the cat would see the advantages of having a dog friend.

Sadlt the cat, no matter what age or size the dog is, is always going to see one as a threat. It's really not fair to put the cat in that situation.

Really the only best way for dogs and cats to 'bond' is it they grow up together, like mine did, had them both at 6 weeks old, 6 months between them, they were best buddies.

I rescued a puppy and the cat went mental, wouldn't go anywhere near it or would beat teh cr*p out of it.

Don't do it dude, your cat will not be happy. There are other ways to deter stray cats from coming into your garden.

Oh well, looks like getting a dog is not likely
Not sure how to keep other cats out without affecting my cat though.