Yes, curbside pickup is available at Petco Asheville Merrimon. All of our products that are eligible for store pickup will show this option on the product's detail page.
Hamster and guinea pig prices vary by location. Call your Asheville Merrimon Petco at (828) 412-6073 to check for pricing and availabilty in your store. Or visit our companion animal website for more information on small companion animals.
No, Asheville Merrimon Petco does not sell dogs or cats. Petco partners with local animal welfare organizations through the Petco Love program to offer dog and cat adoptions at select stores. Adoptable pets may be available in in-store adoption habitats or during scheduled adoption events. Contact your local Petco store for current availability and upcoming adoption events.
Yes, we have a full-service grooming salon for dogs and cats. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome based on availability. Please call (828) 412-6073 to inquire about appointments or grooming services available.
Yes, we provide dog training classes for all levels, from puppy basics to advanced training. Please call (828) 412-6073.
Helpful Staff
Many shoppers describe the staff as friendly, knowledgeable, and supportive, especially when helping with pet supplies, aquariums, and checkout. Others report inconsistent responsiveness or dismissive interactions, particularly in the fish and checkout areas.
Product Variety
Customers appreciate the broad selection of pet products, including food, toys, beds, bowls, aquarium supplies, and specialty items. Selection appears stronger for dogs and cats than for some other pets.
Grooming Experiences
Several customers praise the grooming team for gentle handling, good communication, and strong results. However, others report incomplete grooming, unexpected charges, poor communication, or concerns about their pets’ comfort and finish.
Stock Availability
Repeated reviews mention empty shelves, unavailable essentials, limited specialty merchandise, and difficulty obtaining fish or feeder insects. Some customers say they must visit another location or place another order to find needed products.
Animal Care
Multiple customers raise serious concerns about dead or unhealthy fish and feeder insects, overcrowded or poorly equipped enclosures, and inadequate animal care conditions. These reports suggest animal-care standards are not consistently maintained.
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