As the county town of Lancashire, Lancaster has been the commercial hub of the surrounding area since the year dot. The pedestrianised city centre is home to the Marketgate Shopping Centre and the St Nicholas Arcades - and you won't have to travel too far from here before you stumble across some terrific independent pet shops. Pearson's Aquatic Store in China Street and The Animal Zone in Ullswater Road are two such examples.
These Lancaster pet shops are complemented by a whole host of other animal services including dog groomers, bird breeders and vets. These include Lancaster Veterinary Centre in Bowerham Road who can look after most small pets including reptiles. Dimples Vets in Caton Road also specialises in small animals as well having a farm practise that cares for sheep, pigs, cows and horses.