The best apps to find pet supplies, toys, prescriptions

by Stephen_Danos · April 8, 2013

by Dan Kricke

Stopping in a pet store has its advantages, namely scoping out puppies and other adorable critters. But it can also be a noisy, smelly place filled with kids screaming about those same adorable puppies. Thankfully, you don’t really have to step foot inside a store if you don’t want to thanks to a few great pet store apps.

Next time you’re thinking of heading to PetSmart why not consider checking out the official app, first? The PetSmart app is just as good as going into the store. Users can browse items by pet, category or product, view specific product details and even check out the current PetSmart sales. Talk about saving some aggravation!

If you’d prefer a mobile pet store experience, BarkBox is the store you’re looking for. Again, the app is all you need. Users can review items from past BarkBox deliveries, buy more products, and even purchase gifts for friends. And you never have to leave the house.

And if you’re just looking for a mobile way to keep track of your pet’s medical history, there’s always MyPetED. With MyPetED, users can create a profile filled with medical information on their pet, keep track of vet appointments, store a vet’s contact information, and report missing pets with the tap of a button.

So next time you’re thinking of getting in your car to get pet supplies or prescriptions, consider your mobile options first. You’ll probably save yourself a lot of extra time and aggravation.