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Hobby Hut Pet Shop

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😠 If I could give no stars I would. Never have I been to an establishment and experienced such dishonesty. My brother wanted to purchase two female guinea pigs for his boys. Before going he called and asked if they had any female guinea pigs and he was told, "yes". He asked the cost he was told,  "$16... People often mention service, pets, customer, birds, fish, good, staff, shop, helpful, pigs,


Address

Springs Plaza shop 3, Kingston, Jamaica

Contact

+1 876-968-3991

Rating on Google Maps

4.00 (454 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 3 PM

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (28) pets (19) customer (16) birds (15) fish (15) good (14) staff (13) shop (13) helpful (12) pigs (12)
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  • 5/5 Kedeen S. 2 years ago on Google • 126 reviews
    My son was getting his first pet and he wanted birds, the reps were extremely helpful in helping us choose the cage, accessories and the birds. They even informed us about feeding time and how often to change the water. Sadly I didn't get their names but I am very grateful for their assistance.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jody-Anne L. 2 years ago on Google
    If I could give no stars I would. Never have I been to an establishment and experienced such dishonesty. My brother wanted to purchase two female guinea pigs for his boys. Before going he called and asked if they had any female guinea pigs and he was told, "yes". He asked the cost he was told,  "$1600ea."  They had one male and six females. They only had 2 females luckily for us and we found this out after calling the boys to have them choose the ones they wanted. He was ready to pay they told him that it was $3000ea because they were Peruvian guinea pigs. Please note, on the guinea pigs cage there are two signs - "do not pet rabbits or guinea pigs" and the other "guinea pigs $1610 each". There were no other signs with this $3000 price. The manager was called and she said it's the only Peruvian she has. When we asked to speak to her directly we were told, " no". To add insult to injury the guinea pigs were actually American guinea pigs that have short hair. If the boys didnt already see and expected them, we would have left. But just for the boys he made the purchase and decided against the other things he wanted to get. But we definitely will never go there again. EVER!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Leslie T. 4 years ago on Google • 41 reviews
    Great friendly service they were very help and understanding not to mention patient.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mijan M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great customer service and lovely staff. O was able to speak to them over the phone and it made shopping in-store a breeze. Quick and easy very affordable prices too
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amanda R. 7 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    The staff is very helpful, they are my go to place locally, as I have two dogs, a German shepherd and a pomeranian mix. I ended up getting two fishes for my kids today, the attendant was nice, I was will to spend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Beautiful S. 7 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    A fairly comprehensive array of products for the common Jamaican household pets. Such as dogs, cats, fish, birds etc. I went and got an E Collar for my cat for a reasonable price. The shop has a distinct odor that maybe unbearable to some but anywhere with live animals around is bound to carry a scent.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 coco p. 3 years ago on Google
    Do you have any Gerbils at this time and what is the price for the hamster and for the gerbils
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Camay G. 3 years ago on Google
    Trust me if you want to learn about pets especially birds ,just visit hobby hut pet shop I could not tell the Male from the female when it come on to love birds, I have been to other stores to buy love birds and they said if was Male and female but they never yet lay one egg so I changed pet shop and visited hobby hut and buy a pair of love birds they tell me everything I need to know now my boxes are filled with eggs and am also getting baby love birds now thank you hobby hut.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lisa M. 1 year ago on Google
    This place have all the varieties for all kinds of animals. Customer service is great 👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jermaine P. 2 years ago on Google
    I really needed cat litter and they had it. The price was okay and the staff's were very friendly and helpful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Lil_Thinkerbell T. 3 years ago on Google
    Staffs are nonchalant and not willing to assist at all. On top of that I purchased a hamster for my son on Friday and on Saturday the hamster gave birth and ate the babies, total traumatizing experience for a kid. Called to speak with a supervisor on Monday and she adv me that there is no way for them to have known that the hamster was pregnant... total bs, they should atleast have some basic knowledge about the pets they are selling. Would give zero star but, that was not an option.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Janelle G. 2 years ago on Google
    Most recent purchases are sharks (long lived and raised) and koi fishes. These are my favourites. I really dont have a bad review for this store because I always get good service and recommendations. Just wishes I could get some turtles.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Aahil Azubuike Ambimola F. 2 years ago on Google
    I love the variety of pets and pets products offered and the excellent customer service. What I dislike the overall condition of the place. It has really aged and very messy and in need of a facelift, but I suppose the quality customer service kinda force you not to notice the spider webs in the ceiling. If you want a pet, this store is worth the visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kelimae M. 2 years ago on Google
    Went to Hobby Hut yesterday for the first time. They have some beautiful fish, and fish accessories. Their customer service was good as well. Our server was an hearing impaired young lady, she was so polite and patient, big up and soon be back!😁
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Alexander 2 years ago on Google
    Not a great place to shop if you’re serious about keeping an aquarium. The fish are kept in suboptimal conditions, which could prove to cause health problems later down the line for them; it’s not unlikely that you could buy a sick fish without knowing it. That’s a major cause for concern because not only would you waste your money on a fish that was guaranteed to die, but it could cause major problems for other fish in your tank. Most of the tanks were cramped and not the cleanest, at least one tank had a dead fish in one corner (and the staff seemed to not notice). The betta (fighter fish) were kept in small containers filled with dirty, stagnant water that had dust and bugs floating on the surface. They had several types of fish in conditions that are bad for their species. Their supplies aren’t awful, I’ll give them that. They have pretty much everything you’d need to get your tank started, though some of it is a bit pricey. All in all, I’d recommend you seek more reputable retailers for all things aquarium.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Neville O. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to get your pets (rabbits, birds, fishes, hamsters & guinea pigs) and pet supplies, with very helpful staff
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cherise A. 1 year ago on Google • 34 reviews
    Loved this place the staff was super helpful and they had more than what I needed always happy to shop I have my eyes on some guinea pigs next so I'll be back

  • 5/5 Gareth M. 1 year ago on Google • 11 reviews
    I like how spacious and Jungly the place is...the variety and price is ok.i just need for them to place a sign not too low because I'm over 6 feet tall outside above the entrance door.but it is a fabulous place to shop for pets and associated stuff.

  • 4/5 julia g. 6 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Customer service was really 👍 good

  • 5/5 THE PROOF A. 8 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Did you know you cannot mix certain fish? The workers were very helpful on explaining what fish you can mix in your aquarium. Parrots, fish, etc are superb!!! I recommend....

  • 3/5 Natalia D. 3 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    They are stocked, but the staff doesn't really interact with you unless you interact with them. They aren't very pleasant either. They take really long to open the doors. Their guinnes pigs aren't looked after either because they were all bitten up with wounds. But, they are stocked as I said before.

  • 5/5 Andrea W. 10 months ago on Google
    They should get a 10. Went to look for the hamsters. They had some rare ones, with red eyes. Service was exceptional

  • 4/5 Jillian C. 2 years ago on Google
    Placeto go for just about eveyrythi g for your pet's need

  • 5/5 Amal-George D. 10 months ago on Google
    Always like visiting Hobby Hut. Pleasant and helpful staff and a wide variety of items for your pets

  • 2/5 Cecily J. 2 years ago on Google
    Reasonably good range of pet equipment though some items overpriced. Staff are not rude as such, just have very poor customer service skills, barely interact with customers, seemed to think they were being employed to just sit about, knew very little about the stock/inventory or animals. Really off-putting. Unlikely to shop there again. Toss-up trying to decide if theyr'e any better than the Liguanea branch. Both dreadful customer service.

  • 4/5 Sandcampdrabell 2 years ago on Google
    I found toys for my new kitten here that she's enjoying. Shopped at Hobby Hut many years ago. So I wasn't surprised to find what I wanted. The young lady was ready to assist

  • 4/5 sean j. 2 years ago on Google
    The service was great a wide range of products and fish to choose from.

  • 4/5 Kris Ann H. 2 years ago on Google
    They have a decent variety of pet supplies. My preferred place to visit for good cat litter.

  • 5/5 Geraldine H. 2 years ago on Google
    Today was lovely, I bought two fighter fishes for my kids, I'm going bck to buy two birds

  • 4/5 Camille W. 10 months ago on Google
    My experience was good,they have a wide variety of pets at reasonable price.

  • 2/5 Paul Antonio M. 2 years ago on Google
    The smell of the store is awful, yes I'm aware of its type. I'm sure that something can be done.

  • 3/5 Kevroy C. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice variety of things for you pet, customer service could use some work though.

  • 4/5 Tedisha W. 2 years ago on Google
    Got some cute hamsters there. Had quite an array of fishes. They also had birds, rabbits, gerbils etc.

  • 5/5 Dymples 2 years ago on Google
    Marvelous love the birds, rabbits, hamster 🐹❤💖♥💕💓🐹❤💖

  • 5/5 monique g. 5 years ago on Google
    Great customer service, they offer a wide variety of pets and pet supplies, all in all great experience

  • 4/5 Lewis Family F. 2 years ago on Google
    The service was good. My attendant was very welcoming. Pets are very expensive though.

  • 4/5 Ricardo H. 1 year ago on Google
    It's not bad, lots of available and stuff and also pets.

  • 5/5 Jason B. 10 months ago on Google
    Customer Service is 5 STAR at this pet shop. you can always depend on them. both staff and animals are friendly.

  • 5/5 Cece O. 11 months ago on Google
    It was a great experience. I called hobby hut and ask if I could take my students for a tour and they didn't hesitate to accommodate us. Miss Martin and Jody our teachers for the day were very nice. Thanks for the time and for educating my students about the different animals...

  • 4/5 Thelma Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to purchase items for your pets. The staffs are very helpful and knowledgeable when you speak to them either on the telephone or in person.

  • 4/5 Nahbi C. 10 months ago on Google
    Fish, birds and rabbits were in abundance. Customer service was good. I stopped by for cat flea powder which they didn't have in stock.

  • 5/5 Anthony C. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful as always but,the other stores are now closing. So there is only one left in kingston,and thats the one in Springs Plaza.

  • 5/5 Nyoka S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very reasonable pricing.

  • 3/5 Shanice S. S. 1 year ago on Google
    Was good, the prices are pretty high thou, thr staff was professional. Knowledgeable and friendly.

  • 5/5 Yolando W. 1 year ago on Google
    The costumer service is very good they are so humble 🙌

  • 5/5 Dimple D. 1 year ago on Google
    Love to see the care they give to Pets ....

  • 5/5 Khaleel A. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent Service and products

  • 4/5 Deana F. 3 years ago on Google
    Good selection of fishes and other small pets. The male wotkers were very polite. I would have given 3 and a half stars if I could. I had to wait a while before being assisted but at no fault of the workers. There were more customers than workers. I think more workers should be present on Saturdays.

  • 4/5 Nicole E. 3 years ago on Google
    Had good variety of pet items

  • 4/5 Xavier G. 3 years ago on Google
    Love this place

  • 5/5 daymonde m. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff and have the products we always need.

  • 4/5 Howard B. 3 years ago on Google
    Comfortable and friendly

  • 4/5 dawn w. 3 years ago on Google
    Ribs great as usual

  • 3/5 K P. 3 years ago on Google
    The store was nice, they had everything we needed however, the staffs are very nonchalant and not helpful at all.

  • 4/5 Cean C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to receive pet supplies wife array of choices really helpful

  • 4/5 Kirk F. 3 years ago on Google
    The store is all organized with pet stuff but it needs some more variety of fishies and kids friendly pets.

  • 4/5 david g. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to shop for your pets

  • 3/5 Danielle K. 3 years ago on Google
    Staff weren't very interested or helpful

  • 3/5 Aneel B. 3 years ago on Google
    A good place to get your pets supplies

  • 4/5 Amado D. 3 years ago on Google
    Decent place to get fishes, birds and pet supplies.

  • 3/5 SHANNA O. 3 years ago on Google
    The animals are beautiful.... customer service was poor... there was no warm welcome from the store.... the workers did not seem to give us much reccomendations as needed for taking care of a bird, buying the right bird cage and cage accessories, and we did not get a warm thanks for shopping. Customer service needs improvement and workers seemed sad and not jovial and welcoming. I say three stars just for the beautiful animals and had quality supplies but customer service allowed a loss of 2 stars.

  • 2/5 Pearce S. 3 years ago on Google
    Customer service doesnt exist, they have good stuff though, pricey however .

  • 4/5 Fidel T. 3 years ago on Google
    Best Place for My Kittens Food & Litter

  • 4/5 Gezelle V. 3 years ago on Google
    Many different types of bird , fish , rabbits and guinea pigs.

  • 5/5 Nickey C. 3 years ago on Google
    Customer service at the top. Sales rep was very knowledgeable.

  • 4/5 Ryan E. 3 years ago on Google
    Was a pretty clean and spacious pet store alot of varieties in regards to birds and fishes

  • 4/5 Marsha M. 3 years ago on Google
    I got every thing I need to take care of my dog

  • 3/5 cheauv W. 3 years ago on Google
    Fairly good place to shop for pet items. The varieties are limited though. I guess they will have to make the store attractive for all pet lovers and potential ones too to get wider clientele.

  • 5/5 Sean-Paul D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good customer services

  • 3/5 Lincoln P. 3 years ago on Google
    It was closed, I waited 1/2 an hour for nothing

  • 3/5 Marlon D. 3 years ago on Google
    Was a pretty cool experience to shop at this pet shop.

  • 5/5 Wayne I. 4 years ago on Google
    Supplies in stock, friendly staff.

  • 3/5 Shawn B. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool place to shop for your pets

  • 5/5 andre d. 3 years ago on Google
    Great customer service. ..and its just a natural environment with friendly ppl

  • 5/5 Odette I. 3 years ago on Google
    Good customer service...all you want for pets and more

  • 5/5 Jesse D. 3 years ago on Google
    Ms Martin and her crew are very well educated on every single member of their animal kingdom awesome people awesome place

  • 5/5 Lloydisha A. 2 years ago on Google
    Service was great and I got exactly what I went for.

  • 3/5 Youseff C. 3 years ago on Google
    No discounts offered. I did enjoy the customer service experience from one rep though, najeh I think.

  • 4/5 Sadiq M. 3 years ago on Google
    Friendly and knowledgable service representatives. A bit pricey.

  • 4/5 sean-michael w. 3 years ago on Google
    Very friendly employees and wide variety of products

  • 3/5 Tanisha T. 3 years ago on Google
    Good customer service from floor personnel cashier on the other hand lack front desk service...

  • 3/5 Kadia E. 3 years ago on Google
    The staff was very helpful. I didn't get the love bird I wanted, but I'm guessing covid has something to do with that.

  • 2/5 Marcello O. 3 years ago on Google
    I found the staff to be very unprofessional however I leave further judgment to you.

  • 5/5 Olivia O. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice store, well organize.

  • 4/5 Marvin C. 3 years ago on Google
    Good shopping for pets

  • 5/5 Marvin M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great

  • 5/5 Tahera L. 6 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Excellent customer service, clean friendly atmosphere, wide variety of pet necessities


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    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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