November 8, 2026
I absolutely LOVE PetSmart. Not only do they do all these random events like “spin the wheel and get treats for your pet if it’s your pet’s birthday month.” And not only do they seem to have every treat and food that I could want for my doggos and kitties. And not only do they always seem to have great staff.
But almost as importantly I love what they have done to benefit the rescue doggos and kitties. For those that do not know, PetSmart is a straight up pioneer in going against the tide of selling purebred dogs/cats like many other pet stores in the United States. PetSmart had never really got into the game of selling dogs and cats since its founding in 1986. But by 1994 they were getting pressure to get into that lucrative business.
But they said “no” and took a very public and strict position against it. Instead, PetSmart chose to form PetSmart Charities in order to embrace local shelters and/or rescues. And by dedicating a portion of each of their stores as a “shelter,” it gives customers the opportunity to see doggos or kitties needing adopted.
No. This isn’t sponsored. I just love when good businesses do good business. Also, special shout out to Ms. Hope rescued from Kansas Humane Society and Mr. Remus rescued from Kansas K-9 ResQ. They’re the real ones.
— TKG
