Our Family
Welcome to Dog Lovers of Tarpon pet store, a name Tarpon Springs pet owners have trusted since 1998. Back then, three locations carried the Dog Lovers name across the area. Today, only one location remains, right here on US Highway 19, and it’s the one we’re proud to call home.
A Family Owned Pet Store in Tarpon Springs
In 2017, everything changed for the better. A family of two veterinarians, two teenagers, one dog, three cats, and a parrot took over the store. Since then, our household has grown and changed, but our commitment hasn’t wavered. We still believe every pet deserves a healthy, happy life, and we still show up every day to make that happen.
Because veterinarians run our store, nutrition sits at the center of everything we do. In fact, we’ve evolved from a typical pet supply shop into a full Holistic Center focused on pet nutrition and lifestyle wellness. Consequently, our shelves reflect careful research rather than trends. We follow guidance from organizations like the Association of American Feed Control Officials when we evaluate the food and supplements we carry, so you can trust what leaves our store with you.
As an independently and locally owned pet store, we answer to our neighbors, not a corporate office. That independence lets us make decisions based on what’s genuinely best for your pet, not what’s most profitable for a distant shareholder. Therefore, when you shop with us, your dollars stay in Tarpon Springs and support a business that actually lives here.
A Team That Shares Your Love for Pets
Our staff is more than a group of employees; they’re a team of pet lovers first. Each team member keeps learning about new developments in pet nutrition, common health issues, and best care practices, and they bring that knowledge straight to you. Whether you have questions about a picky eater, a food allergy, or which chew is safest for an aggressive chewer, someone on our floor can help.
Beyond nutrition, we also believe play matters. Toys and enrichment activities support your pet’s mental and physical well-being just as much as a good diet does. That’s why we stock a wide, thoughtfully chosen selection of toys and accessories alongside our food and supplements.
We also love bringing Tarpon Springs together. Throughout the year, we host in-store events like adoption days, nutrition demos, and seasonal celebrations that give neighbors and their pets a reason to connect. These gatherings aren’t just fun; they’re part of how we build a community around better pet care.
Come Visit Us
Ready to see the difference a truly local, holistic pet store makes? Stop by and meet the team, or browse our full lineup of services, from grooming to self-serve dog washes. We’d love to help you find exactly what your pet needs. If you have questions before your visit, feel free to reach out to us anytime.