Premium dog and cat food, honest nutrition advice, and a grooming team your pup will actually be excited to see. Locally owned in Houston by people who really, really care about this stuff.
That's actually how we decide what goes on the shelves. If we wouldn't put it in our own dog's bowl, it's not going in yours.
Really good food from brands that care about what goes in it. High-protein, whole-ingredient formulas — we've done the label-reading so you can skip that part.
If you're curious about raw, we can help. Minimally processed diets that a lot of dogs and cats do really well on. No pressure — we'll help you figure out if it's right for your pet.
The fun stuff and the healthy stuff. Bone broth, goat's milk, bully sticks, probiotics — plus beds, leashes, and toys we'd actually buy for our own pets.
Honest advice. No upsells. Just people who actually care what goes in your pet's bowl.
Reorder food, book a groom, browse what's new — all from your phone. Order by noon and get free same-day local delivery.
Every big-box pet store felt the same — endless aisles of stuff we'd never feed our own dogs, and nobody on staff who could tell you why one food is better than another.
We wanted a place where you could walk in, say "my dog has a sensitive stomach and I don't know what to do," and actually get a real answer from someone who's been through it. Not a sales pitch. A conversation.
That's Carter's. A neighborhood shop where you can walk in with a question and walk out with an actual answer. We're not trying to be a big box store. We're trying to be the store you tell your friends about.
Seriously. Raw vs kibble, allergies, picky eaters, weight issues — we've probably dealt with it ourselves.
Whether it's a new kibble, trying raw, or figuring out allergies — we've been through it with our own pets and can walk you through it.
What your dog eats, what they've tried before, what worked and what didn't. You won't have to start from scratch every visit.
Our groomers are patient, gentle, and actually good with anxious dogs. Your pup comes back clean and happy. That's the bar and we clear it every time.
Here's what a few Houston pet parents had to say.
"Jordan was so knowledgeable and so kind, he really made my first experience in this store amazing! He deserves a raise!!!"
"The people who work here are always helpful. They even help me carry dog food bags to my car."
"This is an amazing place with unbelievably fabulous CUSTOMER SERVICE with the Manager that's been there for over six years! They even groom in a glass room, so you can watch. The diversity and quality of their stock is fantastic!"
"This is a hidden gem in the Spring Branch / Memorial area. This is hands down the BEST store to buy your pet food."
"Great selection of natural food for your furry family members! Staff has always been super helpful!"
Bring your dog — we always have treats behind the counter. First-timers get extra.
9333 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024
(713) 253-7718
Mon–Sat: 9am–8pm
Sun: 11am–6pm