Visit your San Diego Pet Store located at 11160 Rancho Carmel Dr for all of your animal nutrition, pet supplies and grooming needs. Our mission at Petco is Healthier Pets. Happier People.
Feedback on customer service is mixed, with some praising friendly staff while others report rude or unhelpful interactions, particularly from management.
Cleanliness
The store is generally reported as clean and well-organized, but there are concerns about the condition of live animals and expired products.
Grooming Issues
Several customers expressed dissatisfaction with grooming services, citing poor handling of pets and unprofessional behavior from groomers.
Product Availability
Customers noted inconsistencies in product availability, with some items frequently out of stock or misrepresented online.
Positive Experiences
Many customers appreciate the friendly atmosphere and helpful staff, particularly in relation to pet care and product selection.
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Debbie Lerner
Nov 17, 2025
1.0
check out personal was not friendly
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Timothy Wazny
Nov 13, 2025
1.0
Total waste of my time. Petco has somehow figured out a way to make getting special food more difficult than going during my vets limited hours.
I have a cat with severe allergies, and he needs special food, specifically Hills Z/D. This normally requires a prescription, and the only place I could get it was through a vet.
Then joy of joys Petco starts carrying it, and I have an easy backup option when the vet is closed.
Could not have been further from the truth.
Despite it being on the shelf in the main body of the store, the checkout requires a prescription, notifying me only after I had waited in line to check out. I’m told I need to go to my vet and get a script. This is key, I was told to go to my vet.
A couple weeks later, I’ve been to the vet, got my script, and need to pick up more food on my way home.
Find the food on the shelf, wait in line again, get to the register, script in hand, ready to go.
Told it’s not just my vet script, but I have to get a special card from the in store vet, to buy the food.
The desk was then more than 15 minutes late returning from their scheduled lunch break.
But I guess I got my “super convenient” food pick up option in the end.
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Lauren Yee
Oct 28, 2025
1.0
I oftentimes get crickets from this location (often times I get it doordashed) On multiple occasions the crickets they have, most are dead and decaying. Have an atrocious smell... and have maggots crawling all over eating the dead flesh. While the dasher could have picked the best container out of the bunch, to consistently keep having old and contamiated product on the shelves is honestly so gross and a cleanliness hazard.
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Mitchell Francis
Oct 28, 2025
3.0
This is my favorite petco location, all of the employees are always very nice. With that said, shopping at Petco is extremely outdated at this point. To get most discounts, you have to order on the app. The app is extremely slow and will almost always not let me order items/say items are out of stock, and yet I will show up to the store and there is the item I wanted to order. I would almost always prefer to shop myself, but most discounts only apply to orders placed online. This makes no sense to me. It’s almost like customers who shop in person are punished in a way, because they cannot receive most discounts. Overall, it just seems like this company (NOT their employees) is not at all interested in making their discounts easily accessible. Especially for those shopping in person.
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Kailani Conners
Oct 22, 2025
1.0
Bad customer service at this location. Was purchasing roaches and they were marked down so we had to have a manager approval at the register. The cashier called the manager 5 times and no response. The cashier told us to get them in the aquatic department and the manager and aquatic specialist were just chatting bad things about another customer when we found them. We told them that the cashier was calling them and they claimed the system was down, however the cashier texted them on his personal phone. They said sorry and the manager ended up helping us. Bad experience had us waiting 10 minutes and had to end up getting the manager ourselves. The cashier was nice and helpful, management not.
Does the Petco San Diego location have a vet hospital?
Yes, Petco San Diego has a full-service vet hospital.
Does Petco San Diego offer vaccinations?
Yes, Petco San Diego provides vaccinations.
Does Petco San Diego offer curbside pickup?
Yes, curbside pickup is available at Petco San Diego. All of our products that are eligible for store pickup will show this option on the product's detail page.
How much are hamsters and guinea pigs at San Diego Petco?
Hamster and guinea pig prices vary by location. Call your San Diego Petco at 8584518347 to check for pricing and availabilty in your store. Or visit ourcompanion animal website for more information on small companion animals.
Does Petco San Diego sell dogs?
No, San Diego Petco does not sell dogs or cats. However, with the Petco Love program partnered with local animal welfare organizations, you have the opportunity to meet dogs and cats available for adoption at your neighborhood Petco store.
Where is the Petco store located in Carmel Mountain?
The Petco store is located at 11160 Rancho Carmel Dr 108, San Diego, CA 92128.
What are the operating hours of Petco in Carmel Mountain?
Petco is open from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sunday.
Does Petco Carmel Mountain offer vaccinations and vet hospital services?
Yes, Petco Carmel Mountain provides vaccinations and has a full-service vet hospital.
Can I order pet supplies online and pick them up curbside at Petco Carmel Mountain?
Yes, curbside pickup is available for eligible products ordered online at Petco Carmel Mountain.
Does the Petco Carmel Mountain location sell dogs or cats?
No, they do not sell dogs or cats, but you can meet adoptable pets through the Petco Love program partnered with local animal welfare organizations.
What payment methods are accepted at Petco in Carmel Mountain?
Petco accepts debit cards, credit cards, and mobile NFC payments. Cash payments are not required.
Is Petco Carmel Mountain accessible for customers with disabilities?
Yes, Petco has wheelchair accessible entrances, parking, and restrooms.
What nearby places can I visit before or after shopping at Petco Carmel Mountain?
Nearby you can visit Angelika Film Center and Cafe for a movie, TJ Maxx for clothing and department store shopping, or Just Food For Dogs for pet-friendly dining.
Where can I find additional veterinary services near Petco Carmel Mountain?
Nearby veterinary services include Vetco Vaccination Clinic, VETCO Vaccination Clinic at PETCO, and Vetco Total Care Animal Hospital, all close to Petco.
If I need office supplies while shopping for my pet, what store near Petco Carmel Mountain should I visit?
Staples is nearby and offers printing services and office equipment, making it convenient to visit alongside Petco.