5 Underrated Pet Shops in Downtown, Reno NV Worth Trying
Updated 11 October 2026 · 15 pet shops in Downtown, Reno NV considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list features Downtown Reno NV animal clinics that have strong Google ratings but fewer than 400 reviews. It can help pet owners find a well-regarded clinic that is not yet crowded with reviews. Businesses are ranked by rating, then by review count, and 15 qualifying businesses were considered. Each entry shows the category, rating, hours, address and services where they are listed, followed by what reviewers mention.
#1
Rover Veterinary Care
★ 5 (188 Google reviews)Veterinarian
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Rover Veterinary Care is a veterinarian rated 5 from 188 Google reviews. Its profile lists it as women-owned and LGBTQ+ friendly, and appointments are required. The listing shows no hours and no street address, so calling ahead is the practical step. Reviewers describe staff who helped families through a hard decision, a clear and unhurried goodbye, and a vet who chose a quiet spot outdoors for the final visit.
Best for: Gentle end-of-life care
- Address
- Hours
- hours not listed
#2
Dermatology for Animals - Reno
★ 5 (52 Google reviews)Veterinarian
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Dermatology for Animals - Reno is a veterinarian at 865 E Peckham Ln in Reno, rated 5 from 52 Google reviews. It is open Monday to Thursday with a midday break, and closed Fridays and weekends. Appointments are required, and the listing shows on-site parking. Reviewers mention skin and coat allergy workups with a clear follow-up plan, small lesions removed under local numbing, and a doctor who sat on the floor to make a nervous dog comfortable.
Best for: Skin and coat conditions
- Address
- 865 E Peckham Ln, Reno, NV 89502, United States
- Hours
- Fri Closed; Mon 8:30 am–12 pm, 1–5 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8:30 am–12 pm, 1–5 pm; Tue 8:30 am–12 pm, 1–5 pm; Wed 8:30 am–12 pm, 1–5 pm
#3
Truckee Meadows Veterinary Hospital
★ 4.9 (253 Google reviews)Animal hospital
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Truckee Meadows Veterinary Hospital is rated 4.9 from 253 Google reviews and is listed at 465 W Moana Ln in Reno. It is open Monday through Friday with a closure from 12:30 to 1:30 pm, and closed on Saturday and Sunday. The profile identifies it as women-owned and LGBTQ+ friendly, and lists on-site services. Reviewers mention an allergy shot that went smoothly, a dog that many staff members knew by name, and a first visit for a large poodle.
Best for: Allergy shots and familiar care
- Address
- 465 W Moana Ln, Reno, NV 89509, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–12:30 pm, 1:30–6 pm; Mon 8 am–12:30 pm, 1:30–6 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–12:30 pm, 1:30–6 pm; Tue 8 am–12:30 pm, 1:30–6 pm; Wed 8 am–12:30 pm, 1:30–6 pm
#4
Brinkby Animal Hospital
★ 4.8 (169 Google reviews)Animal hospital
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Brinkby Animal Hospital is an animal hospital at 3596 Baker Ln in Reno, rated 4.8 from 169 Google reviews. It is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 4 pm and closed on weekends. The profile lists wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and toilet, and recommends appointments. Reviewers mention clients who have been coming for many years, a responsive vet, and a front office team that answers new-owner questions patiently. Some clients drive across town for the service.
Best for: Long-term pet families
- Address
- 3596 Baker Ln, Reno, NV 89509, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–4 pm; Mon 7:30 am–4 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–4 pm; Tue 7:30 am–4 pm; Wed 7:30 am–4 pm
#5
Southwest Veterinary Hospital
★ 4.8 (144 Google reviews)Animal hospital
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Southwest Veterinary Hospital is an animal hospital at 960 W Moana Ln in Reno, rated 4.8 from 144 Google reviews. It is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm and closed on weekends. The profile lists women-owned status, gender-neutral toilets, wheelchair access and required appointments. Reviewers mention a spotless facility, quick follow-up calls after visits, and continuity of care when a long-time doctor retired.
Best for: Clean facility and follow-up calls
- Address
- 960 W Moana Ln, Reno, NV 89509, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Mon 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Tue 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Wed 7:30 am–5:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 15 pet shops in Downtown, Reno NV with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Brinkby Animal Hospital opens at 7:30 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated pet shop on this list?
Rover Veterinary Care ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 188 reviews. Dermatology for Animals - Reno is second at 5 from 52 reviews.
Which pet shops in Downtown, Reno NV are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Truckee Meadows Veterinary Hospital, at 6 pm.
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