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Animates Grey Lynn

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😠 Highly do not recommend you go to the vets here cuase you might not get your pet back. Almost a month ago I brought a kitten I rescued In to be checked for a microchip. Instead they took her off me (not part of their policies or procedure) they told me I would get her back if after looking for the o... People often mention staff, store, helpful,


Address

316 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland 1021, New Zealand

Website

www.animates.co.nz

Contact

+64 9 358 2087

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (277 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 8:30 am to 6 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 5:30 pm
  • Monday: 8:30 am to 6 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am to 6 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am to 6 pm
  • Thursday: 8:30 am to 6:30 pm

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  • 1/5 Cat S. 1 year ago on Google
    Highly do not recommend you go to the vets here cuase you might not get your pet back. Almost a month ago I brought a kitten I rescued In to be checked for a microchip. Instead they took her off me (not part of their policies or procedure) they told me I would get her back if after looking for the owner no one claimed her (I am not convinced they even looked) after that the staff began being extremely rude to me trying to convince me I don't want her or am not fit to have her. It turns out the receptionist Jamie just wanted a cute kitten for herself and her boss was prepared to lie to me for her (badly) they insisted I would have her back but then started lying that She was at the SPCA. She was not and never was. I eventually contacted their management and as assured the matter would be handled but it's been almost two weeks and I still haven't heard back. DO NOT BRING YOUR PETS HERE I am not one to post these things and I was hoping to just let their management sort it themselves but it's been almost a month and nothing has moved forward.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ana M. 6 years ago on Google • 110 reviews
    I am frequent buyer at this shop. The staff is fantastic and I really enjoy the atmosphere. Although, the things there are quite expensive, but worth of it. my dog loves her new bed:) I like the fact, that if my dog doesnt eat the food I bought, I can always return it and swap if or get a refund!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nakita B. 1 year ago on Google • 73 reviews
    I visited earlier this week , I called to enquire if the store had neon tetras in stock I was informed they had multiple. Once I came into store that exact day I was informed that the fish had been in isolation and that they'd changed fish providers . I had found 2 neon tetras alone in seperated tanks . I purchased both to find find them dead in my tank today only few days after purchase and my other fish are still alive which I've had over a week from petstock. I called the petstore and was informed there's nothing they can do about it . I'm rather disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 miss a. 1 year ago on Google • 62 reviews
    Booked online for grooming. Yoyo did an amazing job! Great demeanour with the dog, friendly and gave good advice when I asked if his face couldbe cut a certain way.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Merrin G. 3 years ago on Google
    My two love their sparkles. Everyone has commented on their lovely groom
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Lynn T. 11 months ago on Google
    Went to get our little kitten for microchip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Crystal G. 3 months ago on Google • 22 reviews New
    Had a pretty lackluster experience with chew toy purchase for a small puppy. The dog was able to destroy the toy in less than 10m. Brought the toy back and it was suggested that the toy had no issues, rather that we didn’t “observe” the puppy properly. Wouldn’t issue a refund or store credit, even though the toy was advertised as a chew toy. This spot may be great for other services, but I’d purchase toys elsewhere.

  • 5/5 Maryanne A. 7 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Fantastic vet care and pet shop, very friendly and informative staff when dealing with Vet for our puppy and also shop floor staff when looking for supplies and food for our puppy.

  • 5/5 Jamie S. 2 years ago on Google • 9 reviews
    You guys did an amazing job. Super friendly and helpful team. She went in scared came out wagging. Thank you!!!

  • 5/5 Maggie M. 4 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    I came in and was approached by a girl who told me it was her first day and she gave me super helpful advice on how to travel with my cat. Thanks heaps!

  • 1/5 Monika S. 7 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Fals advertising of product „ ONE SIZE FITS ALL”. Staff advised it is the right product for the kitten. Once proven it was not the right product and wasn’t one size fits all - staff and manager said I can buy another one but no refund or replacement will be offered. Customer service phone doesnt answer even though called 14times across 40mins. Not professional service or customer care. Will look for another pet store.

  • 5/5 Vaulette W. 2 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Great selection of pet stuff. Always lovely & friendly helpful staff to serve & give treats to good doggos 🤗👍

  • 5/5 Vincent I. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent staff and all the products and food I need. Well, the cat needs, to be honest.

  • 4/5 Stephanie B. 1 year ago on Google
    The staff are amazing at this store. Really lovely experience. The only reason I am giving this location 4 stars is because parking is atrocious and pulling out of the parking lot when traffic is busy is also a nightmare. Definitely go here during off peak hours.

  • 5/5 Peter M. 1 year ago on Google
    Linda and team offer top rate service and advice. Great range of products. They really care about your pet.

  • 5/5 Susan W. 8 months ago on Google
    This Animates location has an awesome selection of products including vet formula pet food and new and interesting pet products. The store is spacious and the staff helpful. Onsite parking.

  • 5/5 Aaron J. 7 months ago on Google
    Friendly staff and a good selection of products for small animals. Would recommend.

  • 5/5 S L. 1 year ago on Google
    Really enjoyed your store and staff. Super helpful. Thank you 🙏

  • 5/5 Joanna G. 6 months ago on Google
    Really helpful staff and lovely people. Wonderful communication from the team in the cattery.

  • 3/5 Lea S. 2 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff but they need to top up stock as there was lil stock in the dog spray grooming as well as scissors they didn't have scissors that would helpful around the face or anywhere on the body, the scissors they had was $39 which looked like I could've got from any normal store and not pet friendly

  • 3/5 Elizabeth B. 3 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Friendly, helpful staff. Puppy pre-school ideology is positive reinforcement only - focusing on ignoring unwanted behaviour and using diversion, rather than correction. The use of “no” is discouraged. We could not accept their advice that we should simply ignore our puppy’s biting. For a start, it’s too painful to grit our teeth and bear it.

  • 4/5 Rob C. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a big store, but I was surprised at the lack of selection in some areas. In particular I needed a cone or collar for a post-op dog and the choices were very limited. On the plus side, they had something but it would seem it isn't something they expect people to need.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ In-store pick-up
    • ✓️ In-store shopping

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