The best pet shops & services in Orange County

Humane Society of Walden is the no-kill, community shelter locals rely on for adoptable cats and dogs, plus easy ways to help like fostering, volunteering, and even the Sunday Dog Walk. If your home has a couch corner to spare, they’ve got a rescue ready to fill it.

From the Walden newsletter, October 21, 2026

Obedience Dog Training makes house calls around Montgomery and the Hudson Valley, building a custom plan that fits your dog’s temperament and your routine. Humane, no-nonsense training for all ages and breeds, plus help with tough behavior and housebreaking, even via Zoom when you’d rather stay in.

From the Montgomery newsletter, October 14, 2026

Homestead Hounds Pet Sitting gives your dog clean, comfy kennels at night and full run of fenced play yards by day, with groups matched by energy and temperament, outdoor time always included, plus sweet extras like the Snuggle Club and van pick-up, all on a laid back homestead with chickens, ducks, and goats.

From the Walden newsletter, October 12, 2026

Goosepond Animal Hospital keeps Chester pets in good shape with full-service vet care, from preventive checkups and dental cleanings to surgery, acupuncture, and laser therapy. They also help with behavior, allergies, and even pocket pets, so you can skip the guesswork and get your furball the right care close to home.

From the Goshen newsletter, October 13, 2026

Northern Bear Pet Food & Supplies is the family-owned spot locals lean on for hand-picked nutrition and honest advice, not aisle overload. Expect curated foods, treats, and gear for dogs, cats, birds, small pets, reptiles, and fish, plus independent brands you won’t find at the big boxes.

From the Port Jervis newsletter, October 5, 2026

For baths, trims, and a serious shed reset, VCA Orange County Veterinary Hospital has grooming covered, plus cat and dog boarding. Nice bonus, it’s a veterinary hospital too, from vaccinations and wellness exams to digital radiology, ultrasound, and emergency care when your buddy eats the unspeakable.

From the Goshen newsletter, October 9, 2026

Walden Animal Deli, right over in Walden, is the local spot for premium pet food that actually fits your dog or cat’s needs, from natural and organic to grain-free and other specialty diets.

From the Montgomery newsletter, October 8, 2026

If your pup gets anxious or is, let's say, "opinionated" about haircuts, Millie's Pooch Parlor is patient, gentle, and consistently sends dogs home looking and smelling fresh. Super clean setup, groomers who actually listen, and regular 6 to 8 week upkeep that keeps coats happy.

From the Port Jervis newsletter, September 30, 2026

Village Vets is a privately owned full‑service clinic that treats your pets like family, with personalized care and a calm, kind vibe.

From the Florida newsletter, September 30, 2026

Whether your floof melts at the sight of a brush or could win a shedding contest, Bark'n Bubbles Pet Services, LLC keeps grooming calm with positive reinforcement, luxe baths, blowouts, tidy nails and ears, plus add-ons like hypoallergenic products, de-shedding, de-matting, medicated shampoo and even skunk rescues in…

From the Goshen newsletter, September 29, 2026

The Pet Camp gives pups a true camp experience on a 400-acre estate with over 18 fenced-in acres, daily walks, and group play that burns off the zoomies. Specializing in long-term boarding, they’re a solid pick when life gets busy and your dog deserves more than a kennel.

From the Montgomery newsletter, October 1, 2026

If your otherwise sweet dog turns into a tornado around other dogs or strangers, Canine Case Squad focuses solely on aggression and anxiety in Orange County, handling leash reactivity, resource guarding, and even bite histories.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, September 24, 2026

When your pup looks like a walking dandelion, Town & Country Pet Grooming delivers thoughtful, breed-specific cuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and skin-friendly treatments with quality products and a focus on compassion. The goal is simple, pets leave looking their best and you get fewer fur tumbleweeds at home.

From the Chester newsletter, October 22, 2026

With over 70 years of combined know-how, the certified team at Bark of the Town keeps Montgomery’s dogs and cats looking sharp and stress free. Expect a calm vibe, thoughtful grooming, and extras like nail trims, teeth brushing, and soothing hypoallergenic or medicated baths, plus convenient local pickup and drop-off.

From the Montgomery newsletter, September 24, 2026

Argento Equestrian 2020 is a local tack shop with a full online inventory, and they’re gearing up for the Northampton Horse Show August 5-9, 2026. If your kit needs a quick refresh, snag what you need now and roll into the week feeling ring-ready.

From the Poughkeepsie newsletter, August 6, 2026