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The Wild Things Pet Shop is a pet store in Ankeny, IA.

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Heather McGraw
Heather McGraw -Google user
8 months ago
We have been to wild things quite a few times and it is always so fun to go in there. So many different choices for pets. We also love to get our crickets and mealworms from there for our geckos. It was...Read More
Abby A.
Abby A. -Google user
4 months ago
My kids (1 and 6) and I stopped into Wild Things today just to look around and I now can’t stop telling everyone how awesome this little shop is. It was definitely an experience looking at all the different animals including HUGE reptiles, adorable bunnies,...Read More
Tomas Mullins
Tomas Mullins -Google user
5 months ago
Got our first axolotl from here!! They were super friendly and we got an amazing and healthy animal. They’ve also been really helpful with answering questions along the way as I continue to learn to care for them. Super responsive and a...Read More
Lauren Fry
Lauren Fry -Google user
3 months ago
If you're searching for a great, family owned pet store - you've found it. I've been researching places to find a green cheek conure. Before making a bit of a drive, I messaged them via Facebook. I was so happy to receive a response fairly...Read More
Sasha Kisgen
Sasha Kisgen -Google user
8 months ago
This is the best pet store I’ve ever been to! The staff members are really nice and knowledgeable. My kids love how interactive it is, staff are happy to show you the new reptiles and small animals, and let the kids pet them. If you...Read More
Molly Hagins
Molly Hagins -Google user
a year ago
If you haven’t been to visit Wild Things Pet Shop yet, GO!!! They have everything! The staff is super helpful and knowledgeable about all the animals/reptiles. I have 2 ferrets from Wild Things and I was able to cuddle and hold them before taking them...Read More
Lindsay Kasperbauer
Lindsay Kasperbauer -Google user
a year ago
We had my daughter’s birthday party here & she said it was her favorite birthday party yet! She loves animals, so it was perfect! We even ended up buying 2 Guinea pigs that day. The employees were so helpful in putting on the party &...Read More
Trevor Thomas
Trevor Thomas -Google user
6 months ago
Aiden was an awesome dude! I needed some snake capturing gear and he let me borrow some. 10 out of 10 stars for that. Thanks again!
Kayla Scofield
Kayla Scofield -Google user
a year ago
What an incredible little shop! Such amazing owners/employees who are knowledgeable, kind, and truly love the animals. Such an incredible variety too. I fell in love with my little bunny guy today and they helped me get him set up with everything he needs. Harper...Read More
Sales Team Midwest Paint
Sales Team Midwest Paint -Google user
a month ago
Amazing exotic pet store! They always have healthy animals, unique supplies, and staff that really know their stuff. Super helpful, friendly, and you can tell they care about every creature. Highly recommend! 🦎🐍🦜 …
Colby Kessler
Colby Kessler -Google user
a month ago
This is a quality pet shop. They take really good care of their animals. A very knowledgeable and helpful staff. I was looking for a specific bird and they did everything they could to make it happen for me. (They drove hours out of town...Read More
Dustin Worthington
Dustin Worthington -Google user
5 months ago
Wild Things is where it’s at! We purchased a rabbit and was very healthy and happy! The prices are best in town. The staff are very knowledgeable and are willing to stop what the doing to help you with your needs and answers all your...Read More
Aaron Countryman
Aaron Countryman -Google user
a month ago
Had a great experience here with my girlfriend and got the newest edition to our family named Smaug the Saharen sand boa. They did everything the could to help us bring our little guy home including giving us the lightening and substrate so we could...Read More
Shanna Zwanziger
Shanna Zwanziger -Google user
2 weeks ago
Fabulous assortment of wild animals. Staff was wonderful. I had a zillon questions about adopting a bird and they were patient and knowledgeable.
Jacob Ross
Jacob Ross -Google user
2 months ago
Brought my daughter in to look at a bearded dragon. The workers were very helpful. You can tell the animals were well cared for.
Livia Moore
Livia Moore -Google user
a month ago
Harper was incredibly helpful when we went to adopt a hamster! Our hamster was gentle, clean and healthy upon adoption!
Ashley Weaver
Ashley Weaver -Google user
a month ago
This pet shop is so cool!! My son and I go there regularly to check out the animals and they are always so helpful and kind!
Mackenzie Legler
Mackenzie Legler -Google user
9 months ago
Great experience! They encourage you to interact with the animals, my kids LOVE coming. Our bunny we got from them is friendly and healthy. Highly recommend supporting local over big box pet stores. ❤️
Katie Molstad
Katie Molstad -Google user
8 months ago
Wild Things Pet Shop is a great store and a gem for ANKENY. They have such a wide variety animals in there and opportunities to get up close and personal….more so than any other pet store I have ever been too. The owner...Read More
Cathy Westercamp
Cathy Westercamp -Google user
8 months ago
I visited the COOLEST pet shop I’ve ever seen! It’s right here in Ankeny!! Who knew??? The animals are amazing as in the diversity offered, the obvious care given to them…healthy, friendly, pettable animals. I must be honest…as of me writing this, I’ve visited this...Read More
Jaina Olson
Jaina Olson -Google user
a year ago
The best pet shop in the Des Moines area! All of the workers are so friendly and all the animals are so friendly and well handled. We just got a cute Syrian hamster and 2 piggies to add to our zoo! Very helpful, clean, and...Read More
Levi Evans
Levi Evans -Google user
7 months ago
Very clean for a pet store, animals appropriately accommodated in enclosures and well maintained. Good variety, and open style enclosures that encourage interactions. Also loved Stella!
Jennifer Dewey
Jennifer Dewey -Google user
9 months ago
If I could give them more stars, I would. Knowledgeable, sweet staff. All animals were well taken care of, and the little boy stole the show by gifting my daughter a pearl. Will be back often! ❤️
kinzie fagerstrom
kinzie fagerstrom -Google user
9 months ago
Went in this weekend and it was obvious the animals are well taken care of and prices are extremely fair. Had more selection of animals than any other pet store in the area. Will definitely be back soon!
Eric Heinzman
Eric Heinzman -Google user
5 months ago
Animals are cared for, staff is friendly and knowledgeable, wide selection of products. Would recommend!
Keri Oetker
Keri Oetker -Google user
4 months ago
Really cool animals I didnt expect to see. Im excited to return. You can pet & hold the animals, too!
Crystal miflin
Crystal miflin -Google user
8 months ago
My favorite pet store . Store is always clean and smells good! Owen's and employees are always so nice and very knowledgeable of their pets.
J Gronemeyer
J Gronemeyer -Google user
a year ago
We love this pet shop! Bella loves to hold the bunnies and the tortoises. The people who work here are so friendly and helpful, and they take good care of the animals. Stop in!
Amber
Amber -Google user
a year ago
The teenager employee was polite and well knowledged, even when he had a dozen people pulling him every direction. The cages are clean, the animals are calm and friendly.
shannon crawford
shannon crawford -Google user
a year ago
Amazing owners, customer service! They are truly knowledgeable and care about their pets for sale! Will always check with them first before the big name stores! And they do birthday parties!

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