Step 5
Take them home
Head home with your new friend, plus aftercare help whenever you need it.
Trusted by Palmerston North pet owners since 1984
Where your best friends come from.
Fish & aquariums, kittens, puppies, birds, rabbits and reptiles — all in store at 729 Tremaine Ave, Palmerston North.
About Us
A local pet store since 1984
A family-run Palmerston North pet store since 1984, Wet Pets is known for fish & aquariums — and for the live animals in store, from kittens and puppies to birds, rabbits and reptiles. Come in, have a look around, and ask us anything: friendly setup advice is part of the visit.
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Google reviews (Jul 2026)
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How We Work
How a visit works
Five simple steps, from your first visit to taking your new friend home.
Step 4
Choose your pet & supplies
Pick your pet and everything it needs in one visit: food, bedding, tanks and accessories.
Step 3
Get setup advice
Tank size, water, food and feeding — especially for aquariums, ask us before you buy.
Step 2
Meet the animals
Say hello to the fish, kittens, puppies, birds, rabbits and reptiles in store.
Step 1
Visit the store
Drop in at 729 Tremaine Ave, or call 06 357 8177 first if you are after something specific.
Starter Packs
Starter packs for your new pet
Everything you need to start right — ask in store and we will help you pick the right setup.
Aquarium Starter
Everything you need to start your first tank.
- Tank & filter to suit your fish
- Water care & conditioner
- Plants & decor
- Fish food to get started
- Setup advice in store
In Store
What you’ll find in store
Fish, live animals and everything they need — all under one roof at 729 Tremaine Ave.
Fish & Aquariums
Tropical & goldfish, tanks, filters and plants.
Kittens & Puppies
In store now — come and meet them first.
Birds
Budgies, canaries, seed & feeders.
Rabbits & Small Pets
Rabbits, guinea pigs, rats & mice.
Reptiles
Lizards, frogs & skinks, food & heating.
Pet Supplies
Food, toys, litter & bedding.
Pets for Sale
Pets for sale
Meet the animals currently in store — species change regularly, so come in and say hello. Prices on enquiry in store.
Fish
Tropical & goldfish
Dogs
Puppies in store
Cats
Kittens in store
Birds
Budgies & canaries
Rabbits
Rabbits & bunnies
Reptiles
Lizards, frogs & skinks
Small Pets
Guinea pigs, rats & mice
In Store
In store this week
A look at the animals and aquariums in store right now — pop in to meet them.
Fish
Kitten
Puppy
Bird
Fish
Kitten
Puppy
Bird
Rabbit
Reptile
Rat
Hen
Rabbit
Reptile
Rat
Hen
Reviews
What Palmerston North says
Google rating 3.8 out of 5 from 802 reviews (July 2026). Here’s what customers keep telling us — in their own words, paraphrased.
Helpful fish & aquarium advice
Staff who know their fish and take time to explain tank setup.
A huge range in one store
Fish, birds, rabbits, reptiles and small pets — plenty to see on one visit.
A family favourite
A popular stop for families — kids love meeting the animals.
Worth a visit first
Come in, look around and ask questions before you decide.
Themes paraphrased from Google reviews, July 2026 — no individual review is quoted.
Care Sheets
Care sheets
Short guides for the animals we keep — full sheets coming soon.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you visit.
Yes — fish and aquariums are our specialism, and we usually have kittens, puppies, birds, rabbits, reptiles and small pets in store. Stock changes, so call 06 357 8177 or visit to see what’s in today.
Prices vary by species and size, and change with stock — ask in store or call us for the current price.
In-store collection is the usual way to take a pet home. Ask in store about delivery for larger tanks and supplies.
Yes — tank size, filtration, water care and feeding are the things to get right first. Bring your tank size and we will help you plan it.
Ask us in store — we will tell you about the animals we have in today.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Get In Touch
How to get in touch with us
Visit us in store, call, or message us on Facebook — we are happy to help.
Visit us, call, or message us on Facebook.
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Visit us :
729 Tremaine Ave, Palmerston North 4414 -
Phone us :
+64 6 357 8177 -
Mail us :
info@petsunlimited.co.nz
Opening hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
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