The best pet shops & services in Manhattan

“Best Friends Boarding & Day Club handles the whole pet-parent checklist with overnight boarding, a lively day club, full grooming, and even social activations to keep pups tired and happy. If you're a busy New Yorker, their memberships and Pawsh club setup make regular care feel easy, consistent, and actually fun.”

From the The Bronx newsletter, September 18, 2026

“Dear Puppy keeps North Bergen pups looking sharp and feeling calm thanks to gentle, stress-free grooming and Mini Grooming with Mimi. Easy online booking, careful styling for faces and bangs, and customer service that gets plenty of praise make it a go-to when your floof starts looking... extra.”

From the North Bergen newsletter, September 3, 2026

“When your dog starts looking like a walking throw pillow, Paticas International Pet Grooming comes through with clean haircuts, careful nail trims, and proper baths, all in a genuinely friendly atmosphere. It’s a nearby go-to that treats pups kindly and leaves them smelling better than your gym bag.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, September 10, 2026

“From tidy trims and terrier hand stripping to gentle baths, nail clips, and teeth brushing for cats and dogs, Miss Molly's Lap of Luxury Grooming Salon pairs certified, pet-CPR-trained groomers with a low-stress setup so Bergen County pets leave looking sharp and feeling zen.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, October 4, 2026

“Appointment-only J's Doggy Spa in Fort Lee keeps Bergen County dogs looking sharp with full grooms that include a bath, blowdry and brushout, plus individually selectable maintenance like ear cleaning, face and sanitary trims, paw shaping, and anal gland express.”

“From basic baths and nail trims to mohawks, hair coloring, and serious deshedding, Pooch Parlor handles both dogs and cats with skill and zero drama. Locally loved in Leonia and even selected #3 in the Jewish Standard Readers’ Choice Awards, it’s where Bergen pets leave looking and smelling like new.”

From the Belleville newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Pet Story NY keeps local pets looking sharp with professional grooming and easy online booking, and their Fort Lee spot is a quick hop from North Bergen. If your buddy’s coat currently screams “before photo,” these folks can turn it into the tidy, fluffy “after” you actually wanted.”

From the North Bergen newsletter, September 19, 2026

“When your dog needs a proper refresh, MARU Doggie Grooming keeps it simple and spotless with careful haircuts, ear cleaning, and nail tidying from a genuinely friendly team. It’s the kind of low drama neighborhood groomer you book again before the fur even hits the floor.”

From the Manhattan newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Pets on Broadway NYC 2 is a family-owned go-to with quality foods (dry, raw, frozen), toys, and grooming for dogs and cats, plus gear for birds, fish, reptiles, and small animals. Order online for local delivery or pickup, then let their groomers handle the post-park chaos.”

From the The Bronx newsletter, October 2, 2026

“Spoiled Brats is the kind of local shop that remembers your dog’s name and your cat’s attitude, with natural pet foods, fun toys, and outfits that actually fit. They also offer dog training and support cat adoption, so your crew gets treats and manners.”

From the The Bronx newsletter, September 25, 2026