Is it just me, or are pet supply stores getting ridiculously expensive?

Pet Advice
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I went to pick up some food and toys for my dog the other day, and I was shocked at how much prices have gone up. It feels like everything from kibble to squeaky toys costs a fortune now. Am I just imagining things, or have other pet owners noticed this too? Any recommendations for affordable pet supply stores or brands? I love spoiling my furry friend, but my wallet can’t keep up.

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Petco overcharges in-store. I always make an online cart when I’m shopping in store and then make them price match THEMSELVES at the register. I’m livid about it. I go there as an absolute last resort :joy:

I had to buy a bottle of water conditioner—$3 online, $10 at the register. I don’t understand how they get away with that. It should be illegal to have different prices online versus in-store unless it’s marked ‘online price only.’

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@Keir
And you forgot PetSmart too. Never trust the online prices!

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Jalen said:
@Keir
And you forgot PetSmart too. Never trust the online prices!

I won’t go to PetSmart anymore after they refused to give me adoption coupons. Found a stray kitten on a tire and asked for the ‘new adoption’ coupons, but they wanted adoption papers. I was like, ‘Well, the tire didn’t have papers.’ They still refused. Weird hill to die on, but here we are. :joy:

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@Keir
PetSmart gives discounts all the time, but they do ask for shelter paperwork. That’s probably why you didn’t get the coupons.

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Nope, they’ve always been expensive, especially for the higher-end foods. Even Purina is getting pricey.

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It’s not just you. Sometimes I feel like feeding my two cats costs as much as feeding myself. I’d go cheaper, but I’d rather avoid the vet bills later.

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I rarely use pet stores anymore. I do buy my pets’ food from Petco for the ‘7th bag free’ deal. As for toys, I hit up the clearance bin.

Amazon is my go-to for toys and treats—I sift through all the junk for good brands and always check reviews. Chewy’s another option, especially with those autoship deals (I just cancel after the purchase :joy:).

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Yep, as people steal more, the prices keep going up for the rest of us. We end up paying the price while these thieves walk out with armloads of stuff.