Best Friends Pets
    (28 reviews)

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    Specialty Retail
    We have everything you need for your pet under one roof, including:A huge range of pet supplies with best prices guaranteedExpert advice on responsible pet ownershipA state-of-the-art professional dog grooming SalonOur Vet™ Pet Clinic, open 7 daysPuppy Pre-School where puppies and their owners learn the basics from accredited trainersSource: This is an extract from the company's own website.

    Reviews overview

    2.628 ratings in total
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    10
    68%
    Rate salary as high or average
    39%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Best Friends Pets?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    Employees at Best Friends Pets appreciate the opportunity to work with animals and interact with customers' pets, as well as the generous staff discounts on pet products and supplies. They frequently mention having supportive and encouraging colleagues, particularly those working in stores and clinics.

    However, some potential challenges are raised, such as issues with management, including a perceived lack of care for employees and poor communication. There are also concerns about heavy workloads and understaffing at times, particularly in clinics. Additionally, dealing with difficult customers who are resistant to spending money on pet care can be challenging.

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    Recent reviews

    2.0
    Assistant Manager
    Jul 2022
    The only benefit was the discounts.
    The good thingsThe discount on pet food and supplies
    The challengesManagement, they don't get rid of people when they should and don't really care about staff
    2.0
    Salon Manager
    Dec 2021
    7 to 8 years in the role, former employee
    Toxic company with unrealistic expectations. They'll sing your praises to get you to do what you want then pick fault with every single thing
    The good thingsWhen I first started the company was great and you felt like part of a big family. The team I worked with were amazing
    The challengesManagement and communication within the company was non existent. Your made to feel like a number and to overwork yourself with unrealistic expectations
    1.0
    2IC Salon Manager
    Dec 2021
    7 to 8 years in the role, former employee
    Over all it was great but for what you get paid, your expected to do so much and get paid so little
    The good thingsThe staff that you work with on the floor are fantastic, the management that run the stores are fantastic.
    The challengesHead office dont care
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