Whitie’s Pet Shop has been become an institution in Fresno over the past 60+ years. They’ve been family owned since 1943. Since then there have been a lot of pet stores come and go in Fresno. There have also been a few changes with Whities Pets. In 1978 they moved from their original location in downtown Fresno, to just off Freeway 41 on Blackstone Avenue, North of Shaw. They have a much larger staff these days. And they now have over 20,000 square feet of pets and pet supplies. Through all the years and all the changes there are a couple of things that haven’t changed however. Whitie’s still makes customer service and satisfaction their top priority. This concept is, to many of the chain pet stores in the Fresno area, just plain old fashioned. Perhaps so is the fact that John Shafer, the congenial owner and operator of Whitie’s, makes all of his buying decisions based on what his customers ask for. Those decisions are made in his office inside Whitie's… in Fresno, not in some corporate suite in Minnesota. Of all the pet stores that have come and gone in Fresno, Whitie’s is still the number one pet shop for quality, variety, customer satisfaction and service.

From puppies, kittens, bunnies, and chicks to rare tropical birds and fish there is always plenty of chatter and activity going on at Whitie’s. For a special treat stop into Whitie’s in the morning. They open at 10AM seven days a week. As soon as you enter the store you’ll hear all the activity for yourself, it’s nearly like visiting the zoo.

A large selection of birds awaits all customers directly on the right when first entering the store. In their huge aviary you see Parakeets, Finches and smaller birds. Across the front window you find Parrots, Cockatiels, and even Macaws. Whitie’s, of course, has all the supplies to get you started with your bird, and to keep your bird happy for years to come. You’ll find cages, food, toys, perches, medicines and more. 

The selection of tropical fish, both fresh and salt water, at Whitie’s is extensive. In fact, Whitie’s Pet Shop has a larger selection of fresh water and marine fish than any of the other pet stores in Fresno and the Central Valley. Aquarium tanks, holding breathtaking aquatic bounty, take up three long isles and are bordered by a back isle also full of fish. You will also find aquarium furniture, pumps, and numerous varieties of aquatic plants. Whitie’s also has friendly, knowledgeable people to help you get started in the aquarium hobby. If you’re already a tropical fish hobbyist and are concerned about the balance in your tanks water, just bring in a sample and the staff at Whitie’s will test if for you… free. But Whitie’s doesn’t stop there. Many folks in the last few years have expressed interest in backyard ponds. True to form, with his thumb on the pulse of the local community, John Shafer of Whitie's now has backyard ponds.

Whitie's has you covered on pet supplies like cages, in nearly every size, for nearly any pet. They have a tremendous inventory of terrariums, wild birdhouses, wild bird feeders and feed, plus mobile cages for your pets. If you’re a cat lover, check out the selection of cat furniture and scratching posts. Cat furniture can be a great investment and it sure beats watching the felt on those stereo speakers gradually disappear.

Whitie’s Pets is the place to go for reptiles. Whitie’s has snakes of all sizes, lizards, turtles, frogs, scorpions, tarantulas and many other exotic pets. Whitie’s also has all the food and equipment you need for your reptile. From live food to heating lamps, Whitie’s has it all.

Whitie's offers national brands and specially formulated pet food like Canidae dog food and Felidae cat food; with all natural ingredients. An experienced veterinarian is now on location two days per week. Wednesdays, 3:00-7:00PM and Saturdays, 11:00AM-3:00PM "Value Vet Pet Care" affords you low cost vaccinations and can help resolve any minor health issues your pets may be having.

Celebrating over sixty years as the leading pet shop in Fresno; Whitie's success over the past six decades has come, in part, by providing unsurpassed service. The very large, friendly, and experienced staff at Whitie’s isn't out to make a high pressure sale. They want every pet they sell to be as happy as you are with your new friend. At Whitie's they help guide you through the buying process giving expert advice on how much room your pet will need, how big of a cage, what types of food, care, and exercise the new member of the family will require. This is the type of service that sets Whitie's apart from those large corporately owned pet stores in Fresno. For more information on Whitie's Pet Shop in Fresno visit whitiespets.com or call 'em today at 559-438-4343.

Store Hours:
Monday - Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday - Sunday 10am - 6pm

Location:
559-438-4343
5215 N. Blackstone Avenue, Fresno CA
(in the Circuit City Plaza just north of Shaw)