Wide range
Reviews describe a broad selection of pet products, including supplies for different kinds of pets.
Animal World Petshop
Bur Dubai
Animal World Petshop is a long-running pet store in Bur Dubai with a broad selection of animals and supplies. Reviews point to Guinea Pigs, cages, pet food and accessories as useful reasons to browse, though condition and service appear inconsistent.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
190 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Pet supplies
The shop carries pet food, toys and accessories, making it useful for routine supply shopping.
Small pets
Guinea pigs, hamsters, rabbits, birds and fish are among the animals customers mention finding here.
Helpful staff
Several reviews describe kind, friendly assistance, including help with purchases and pet supplies.
Reasonable finds
Some customers report affordable prices, including a good price on a Guinea Pig and its cage.
Accessible spot
One review describes the location as accessible, while another identifies it as next to Life Care Pharmacy.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check first. Call or check availability before travelling, since one visitor found the shop did not have what they were looking for.
Inspect purchases. Inspect tanks and cages before leaving: one customer noticed cracked glass on a fish tank only after getting home.
Ask first. If viewing a cat, ask how its behaviour can be assessed before paying; one customer was asked to pay first.
Plan parking. Parking on the service road can be difficult; a review suggests using the backside street and walking over.
Bring change. Bring smaller cash or confirm payment arrangements beforehand, as one customer says the shop repeatedly lacked change for 500 AED.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Wasl Rd
Al Bada', Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Parrots
Parrots are among the birds customers mention seeing or buying at the shop.
Cages of different sizes and colors
The shop is noted for cages in different sizes and colours, useful when comparing housing in person.
Koi karp
A large fish pond with Koi karp is mentioned as a distinctive feature beside the cash counter.
Common Concerns
Animal hygiene
Reviews raise serious concerns about dirty conditions, unhealthy animals and a cockroach seen in hamster food.
Poor upkeep
Some customers report a strong smell, dust and a shop that looked as though it had not been updated.
High prices
A review says pet prices were high compared with Carrefour, while another describes products as overpriced.
Uneven service
Customer experiences range from helpful assistance to complaints about rude staff and weak product knowledge.
Limited stock
The shop may not carry the particular product you need; one visitor arrived and could not find what they wanted.
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The Bottom Line
Animal World Petshop in Bur Dubai is a substantial, old-established shop for browsing both animals and everyday pet supplies. Reviews mention Guinea Pigs, parrots, rabbits, fish and hamsters, while the supply section covers pet food, toys, accessories and cages. For someone trying to find a less common small pet or compare cage options in person, that breadth is the main draw.
The experience is not consistent. Some visitors describe kind, knowledgeable help and reasonable prices; others report staff who could not explain products or seemed uninterested. Product availability also varies, so it is worth checking before making a special trip.
Parking on the service road can be difficult, with one reviewer suggesting the backside street instead. There are important condition warnings to take seriously. Reviews describe dust, a bad smell, small cages and, in one recent account, a cockroach in hamster food.
Older reviews also allege sick animals, untreated infections and inaccurate vaccination information. These reports are customer accounts rather than verified findings, but they make it sensible to inspect animals, food and equipment carefully before paying. One customer discovered cracked glass on a fish tank at home, while another was asked to pay for a cat before seeing its behaviour outside the cage.