The directory lists 27 independent pet retailers and service providers in Aurora, Colorado. Independent shops make up most of the list, with aquarium stores, trainers, a boarding or daycare business, and a boutique groomer also represented. Several listings sit in central Aurora ZIP codes such as 80011 and 80012, with others farther south and east.
WalletHub's 2026 ranking of the 100 largest U.S. cities placed Aurora 84th overall and 22nd for pet health and wellness. Aurora borders Denver, so it helps to confirm that a listing's city and ZIP are the location you intend to visit rather than assuming every metro-area shop is in one downtown.
Start with the category you need, then compare addresses across central Aurora and the city's southern neighborhoods. By category: Independent Pet Store (21), Aquarium & Exotics (2), Training & Behavior (2), Boarding & Daycare (1), Boutique & Grooming (1). None of these listings has been confirmed by its owner yet; any owner can claim a listing for free.