Walmart is expanding its pet care offerings, with plans for five new service centers.
Walmart Pet Services centers will open over the next month in Cumming and Alpharetta, GA, and in Glendale, Chandler and Mesa, AZ. They will build on the success of the Dallas, GA, pilot, Walmart stated in a press release.
“Walmart understands that pets are family, and we’re proud to be a trusted destination for our pet parents,” said Kaitlyn Shadiow, vice president of merchandising, Pets, Walmart U.S. “Whether shopping in-stores or online, Walmart offers a differentiated omnichannel experience and a wide assortment of offerings – from products and prescriptions to services – available at our Every Day Low Prices to make pet care affordable and convenient. Our Dallas, Georgia customers have shown us how much they value the affordable, convenient pet care solutions our first Walmart Pet Services center brought them. We’re excited to bring Walmart Pet Service centers to more markets and help meet our customers’ pet needs in one convenient destination.”
Walmart Pet Services centers will continue to offer routine veterinary care (vaccines, wellness exams and minor medical services), and grooming (baths, nail trims, teeth cleaning, ear cleaning and basic hair trims), with services provided by veterinary and grooming professionals in collaboration with PetIQ. Walmart has plans to open more pet services centers in the future.
In addition, starting Oct. 18, Walmart will launch its Walmart+ benefit with Pawp, which was announced earlier this year. The online pet care service “will give Walmart+ members free, 24/7 access to Pawp’s team of veterinary professionals with unlimited $0 visits via text or video,” according to the release.
Walmart also recently expanded its Pet Pharmacy Services, offering home delivery. Walmart customers can also continue to fill pet prescriptions in stores.
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Walmart has launched several new pet brands in the past year, with offerings including Goodlands Pet Food, Zuke’s Dog treats, Rocco and Roxie and Vets Best Flea and Tick.
