The directory lists 102 independent pet retailers and service providers in Phoenix. Independent shops lead the mix, joined by boutique groomers, feed and farm suppliers, pet sitters and walkers, aquarium stores, trainers, a boarding or daycare business, and a natural and holistic retailer. Listings are spread across the city, with clusters in north Phoenix (85032 and 85028) and the Arcadia and Biltmore area (85018 and 85016).
WalletHub's 2026 ranking of the 100 largest U.S. cities placed Phoenix 14th overall for pet-friendliness, fourth for pet health and wellness, and first for animal shelters per capita. Dogs in Maricopa County, which includes Phoenix, must be licensed; the county—not the city—administers those licenses.
If you are choosing among independents, decide whether you need a neighborhood shop, grooming, sitting, or feed, then use the list below to compare locations on your side of the city. By category: Independent Pet Store (74), Boutique & Grooming (10), Feed & Farm Supply (5), Pet Sitting & Walking (5), Aquarium & Exotics (4). None of these listings has been confirmed by its owner yet; any owner can claim a listing for free.
Sources: WalletHub, Most Pet-Friendly Cities (2026)· Maricopa County, licensing your dog