Rochester Pet & Country Store

11/14/2025

Yes, we have whole pallets of seed out on the floor for the wild bird sale! All our popular brands are deeply discounted for our annual sale. Discounted pricing lasts until November 22.

11/13/2025

Look at this handsome boy! Odin was groomed by Mac at GroomingTails, our in-store grooming salon. Follow Groomingtails if you want to see more cute pups!

Odin - Groom by Mac

11/13/2025

Sure, buying 5 cans and getting a 6th free on Fromm Family Foods wet dog food is a great deal, but you know what is better? Getting it over and over! It's true! All you need to do is pick up your reusable can carrier, and each time you bring it back and fill it up, you get the deal again!

11/13/2025

This month, we are featuring Nuthatches, a charming little bird and a favorite of many.

What do nuthatches eat? While they primarily feed on insects and spiders, nuthatches also enjoy seeds and nuts, especially during the fall and winter months. They are known to frequent bird feeders, particularly those offering sunflower seeds and suet.

For such small birds, nuthatches can live surprisingly long lives. Some individuals have been known to live over a decade in the wild!

11/11/2025

Remember to thank our veterans today, November 11, for their service and sacrifice.

11/10/2025

Save the Date! Retrieve a Golden of the Midwest - RAGOM Holiday Bake Sale is coming up, Saturday, Nov 22nd, from 11am - 2pm. In addition to some of our favorite treats, there will be crafts AND a visit from Santa for photos.

11/09/2025

The first fall session of Puppy & Manners Classes start Monday, November 10th, at Rochester Pet! Alice Howe and Teri Nelson lead these popular classes. Not sure which on class is for your pup? We recommend Manner Classes after 20 weeks, Puppy Class if they are less than 20 weeks old.

If you are interested in joining, call the store to see if there are still openings: 507-285-5541. 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.

11/08/2025

Winter Bird Feeding

There’s a bit of disagreement between the Old Farmer’s Almanac and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding their winter 2025-2026 forecasts*. Regardless, you can expect those birds to be in your backyard searching for food!

Here are some helpful winter feeding tips from Rochester Pet:

- Now is a great time to give you feeders a thorough cleaning. They are exposed to the elements and can develop mold under the right conditions. Once they’re clean, fill them with the birds’ favorite treats!

- As the feeders get low, avoid simply adding new seed on top. To keep your backyard feeding station appealing and fresh, mix any remaining seed with the new supply, particularly if you’re using seed blends.

- Suet is also a great option, and not just for woodpeckers. Many birds enjoy suet as it provides a high-energy treat that’s perfect for winter when birds need to keep warm!

-Seed tends to disappear quickly in winter, so ensure you’re prepared for the season. It’s tough on birds when they have a reliable food source at the start of winter, but it becomes scarce later on.

- Position your feeders where you can easily enjoy the view from indoors! It’s wonderfully cozy to watch the birds while staying warm inside.

*If you’re interested in this winter’s predictions: The Old Farmer’s Almanac states, "Mild winter by local standards with some snowy bursts" but drier than average. In contrast, NOAA forecasts cooler and wetter conditions are expected for most northern states.

11/07/2025

In addition to our awesome Annual Wild Bird Sale, we are introducing our very own seed mix - RPCS Delight! This mix, designed by Netta herself, has both black oil and striped sunflower seeds, roasted peanuts, coarse sun chips, safflower, cracked corn and white millet. Netta put this mix together because "All birds will love it. From the cardinals, to the juncos, to the finches...there's something for every bird."

11/06/2025

Annual Wild Bird Sale on Now!

It's a bird lovers favorite time of year - Rochester Pet's Wild Bird Blow Out! Enjoy the biggest sale of the year in our newly expanded Wild Bird Headquarters. Now through November 22nd.

11/05/2025

Tomorrow, November 5th, come to our Open Farm Demo Day from 1-5pm! Visit with Carrie, our Open Farm Representative to learn how Open Farm can help you have a happy and healthy pet. Truly the Open Farm expert, Carrie can answer you most pressing questions and share samples!

11/01/2025

Save the date - Come to our Open Farm Demo Day on Wednesday, November 5th, from 1-5pm! Visit with Carrie, our Open Farm Representative to learn how Open Farm can help you have a happy and healthy pet! Truly the Open Farm expert, Carrie can answer your hardest questions and will be sharing samples!