Rochester Pet & Country Store

10/30/2024

Impact Performance and Impact 12 percent new lower prices

10/30/2024

New lower prices

10/23/2024

We are hiring at Rochester Pet! Are you passionate about animals and enjoy talking with pet owners? Do you thrive in a retail setting and have a knack for merchandising? The Sales Associate position is part time (with possibility of full time) and hours are primarily 9am - 2pm weekly, including some Saturdays. Pay is based on experience. Don't miss this opportunity – apply now through our website: https://rochesterpet.com/employment-application/

10/17/2024

We love helping out!

10/15/2024

We are looking for someone to work from 9:00 to 2:00.

10/13/2024

Words cannot express the gratitude we have for Rochester Pet & Country Store. As we have said before, treats and dog food is our biggest expense. 160 bags of food and a ton more treats our dogs just love were donated to us.

This will help us and reduce our expenses tremendously!

We cannot stress it enough...please shop local! The local stores give back to us area rescues.

Also, we want to thank Dave for taking a drive to pick up the first pallet to help us out!

10/10/2024

Unfortunately we have to cancel our Llama Palooza for this Saturday. We are going to reschedule but it will most likely be next year.

10/10/2024

10/04/2024

10/02/2024

Olmsted County 4-H is having a Fall Festival. Come out and check it out this weekend.

09/13/2024

The next Puppy and Training Classes with Alice Howe and Teri Nelson are starting at the end of the month - Monday, September 30th! The classes meet at Rochester Pet & country Store for 5 weeks, and are only $125 for all 5 sessions. Puppy class is at 4:45pm, and Manners starts at 6pm. Call 507-285-5547 or stop in the shop to sign up!

09/13/2024

There's a noticeable chill in the mornings, signaling that fall and winter are just around the corner. We’re sure you’ve thought about preparing your hobby farm animals for the cold months ahead - if your shelter warm enough? How to keep water from freezing? How will the shorter days and temperature affect their routines? However, one aspect you may not have thought about is the need to change your livestock's feed for the winter season.

Purina Mills has put together this great little article talking about things to consider when feeding your flock and farm for the winter.

https://www.purinamills.com/chicken-feed/education/detail/so-long-summer-prepare-backyard-animals-for-winter-feed-changes

09/10/2024

If you subscribe to our Monday Morning Kibbles, you may have seen this helpful article on what to expect from your first Dog Grooming appointment here at Groomingtails!

What to expect from a grooming appointment

For the month of September, we will feature some commonly asked questions of our groomers at GroomingTails here Rochester Pet & Country Store . We hope you enjoy learning more from our dog grooming experts!

Many people are nervous to bring their beloved pup to the groomer for the first time. For certain breeds, regular grooming is needed to keep the pet happy and healthy. Even if your dog doesn’t need regular trims, a professional bather can help coat health and appearance. Throughout the grooming process, our groomers inspect your pet for any irregularities, such as skin issues like ticks, fleas, dry skin, or fungal concerns. Additionally, we check the nails, ears, and eyes to identify any signs of infection or inflammation.

When you first come in, you’ll have a quick meeting with your groomer to confirm what services will be performed during the appointment and how you’d like your pet to look in the end. As Aurie says, it’s important to give the dog “a haircut tailored to what the client wants.” Cuts can vary form summer to winter depending on preferences, and sometimes you just want to shake things up! (Mohawk, anyone? 🙂 ) The most common types of services we perform here are:

Full Groom - Includes a full haircut, bath, brush, nail trimming, ear cleaning/ plucking and gland expression if needed

Partial Groom - Includes a partial trim (face, feet and sanitary area only), bath, brush, nail trimming, ear cleaning/ plucking and gland expression if needed.

Bath and Brush - Includes a bath, brush, nail trimming, ear cleaning/ plucking and gland expression if needed.

Nail trim - Quick service that is done while you wait with a clippers or a Dremel upon request.

After confirming with your groomer the services you’d like for the appointment, you’ll leave your dog in our groomer’s capable hands. You can be assured, though, according to Mac; “Your pet’s safety and comfort is what always comes first. We strive to offer them the best possible experience while we make them look good.” Why do we ask that you drop your dogs off rather than invite you to stay for the grooming or bath and brush services? First, dogs tend to be more anxious when they are in new situation and can’t be near their moms or dads that they know are near by. If you aren’t here, they respond better to our groomers. Don’t worry, though, Caroline wants you also to expect for “us to give your dog lovings! :)”.

The other reason owners don’t stay is that the grooming process can take up to 2 hours for small dogs and up to 4 for large dogs. Quality work is not a quick process, and we want to make sure they are dry when you take your groomed pup home! When they are ready to show off their new style, the groomers will give you a call for pickup.

When you do come to take your dog home, we do ask that you stop by the front desk first thing before checking on them. We know you are excited to see them, but it’s less stressful for your dog to if you check out first. When they see you, they are ready to be with you! If you peek in on them and then go pay, it leads to sad and confused pups.

This was just a brief glimpse into what to expect for your dog at an appointment at GroomingTails. If you have an further questions or would like to book an appointment, please give us a call at (507) 285-5547!

09/08/2024

Looking for a cat tower? We've got them, and we have them for 25% off! When you come into the store, look up - they are on the top shelves along the back blue wall. There's a great selection!

09/06/2024

Fromm Foods is excited to introduce the new 1-pound Bonnihill Farms Frozen Chubs in their popular BeefiBowl formula. These chubs are crafted from carefully cooked quality ingredients, and then frozen to maintain freshness and convenience during feeding. They can be used for your dog’s complete meal, or as a tasty topper.

We have carried Fromm Foods since Rochester Pet opened, and we want to hear our customers' feedback on this new product! We are offering a free 1-pound chub to the first 48 Rochester Pet customers who sign up, in return for a brief survey after a week to see what you think. Sign ups will close Monday, September 9 at 6pm.

If you are interested in trying out this product for free, we will let you know via email when you 1lb chub is available for pick up at Rochester Pet and Country Store in Rochester MN. The following week you will receive a link to a very short questionnaire so we can hear what you think!

Here's the link: https://forms.gle/Zm7VqobDo3d3zgjV7

09/06/2024

Thanks to PCHSRochester for all they do in pet rescue! :)

Thank you Rochester Pet & Country Store for the cat and dog treats. 🐾🐾🐾

09/05/2024

Happy September! There's a lot of great deals at the store this month, and stay tuned to facebook for updates on the awesome sales coming up for Neighborhood Pet Store Day on September 28th!

https://rochesterpet.com/promotions/

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day from Rochester Pet! We are closed today to give our employees time to relax, and take time to enjoy a job well done. We will see you on Tuesday, September 3rd!

08/30/2024

More dog and cat treats went out our door to the community, this time to Animal Control Shelter MN ! Thanks to for helping us share to love :)

08/30/2024

Hello to all our followers! Our account has been spoofed by someone that is trying to get you to follow a link off Facebook to enter a giveaway. They do not have an "&" in their name - it just says "Rochester pet country store". They are also using our logo as their account photo. It's a fake account . Please do not follow that link.

We have already announced the winner for the National Dog Day basket, and are not currently doing any more giveaways. Thanks for understanding!

08/29/2024

Congrats to Ms. DJ (and owner Barb Sorensen ) for winning Rochester Pet's International Dog Day basket, which includes treat, toys and health products, a $50 value! The winner was randomly selected from all of your incredibly adorable photos. Thank you for sharing - we love your pets!

08/29/2024

RSVPs due soon if you'd like to talk horses and join us for dinner! You are cordially invited to Rochester Pet's Fall Equine Nutrition Meeting on September 5th at Charlie's Eatery & Pub. The evening includes dinner, door prizes, fantastic discounts and the chance to talk to equine health experts Dr. Kelly Vineyard from Purina Animal Nutrition and Vanessa York of Flying V Massage Therapy. RSVP with Purina Lifestyle Product Specialist Abby Zmolek by August 30th to get a seat!

08/28/2024

A huge shipments of treats went off to Forever Fido Puppy Rescue today. Thank you to our partner NutriSource Pet Foods for helping us make this happen.

Chevy is proudly looking forward to enjoying these yummy dog treats donated by Rochester Pet & Country Store!

One of our biggest expenses is dog treats so 20 boxes is a huge help to us and will go a long way!

We cannot thank them enough and appreciate the support. Shop local!

08/27/2024

Look at these cute babies! These guineas were just born in the store on 8/22; their mama was already pregnant when we took her in as a rescue this summer. On the left is a boy named Bear, and on the right is a little girl named Bambi. They need to stay with their mom until September 12th, but are available for adoption! Call or stop by the store if you'd like to fill out an adoption application.

08/26/2024

It's National Dog Day! And you know we want to see your pups. Snap a pic of your dog(s) and drop it in the comments, or tag us in a fresh post showcasing your furry best friend from Wednesday Monday 26 to Wednesday, August 28 . We will draw a random winner from the entries August 29th for a doggie gift basket worth over $50 - see the second photo to see what's included! Only one entry per human, and winners will need to pick up your basket from our Rochester, MN store. Get those cameras clicking!