The Ark Pet Shop

Merrillville, IN · Pet supply store

Rating
4.6/5
★★★★★ 4.6
Reviews
20
Rank in Merrillville
#3
of 14 veterinary practices
City Percentile
39%
rating percentile
Address
The Ark Pet Shop, 2400 W Lincoln Hwy, Merrillville, IN 46410
Phone
(219) 769-0661
Website
arkpetshop.com
Status
Closed · Opens 10 AM

The Ark Pet Shop is a veterinary practice located in Merrillville, IN. It is one of 14 veterinary practices listed in Merrillville. Its 4.6-star rating is above the Merrillville city average of 4.5 stars. It ranks #3 among Merrillville veterinary practices by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Saturday10 AM–6 PM
Sunday11 AM–5 PM
Monday10 AM–7 PM
Tuesday10 AM–7 PM
Wednesday10 AM–7 PM
Thursday10 AM–7 PM
Friday10 AM–7 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Diane K · Feb 2026

This establishment is my preferred local aquatic retailer. James, Daniel, and John consistently demonstrate exceptional expertise. Regardless of the challenges encountered with an aquarium, their guidance is consistently invaluable. They maintain an extensive inventory of both freshwater and saltwater fish, with frequent introductions of new specimens. Their selection of cichlids and peacocks is particularly noteworthy. I procure all my aquatic plants from this vendor, specifically favoring Dustin's Aquatic Plants, which I consider to be of superior quality. Furthermore, they offer a comprehensive range of fish foods, encompassing frozen, pellet, and flake varieties. Each visit to this store is a unique experience. The Ark also features reptiles, birds, and small animals, often including r

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 allison kostelyk · Nov 2025

I want to love the place because it’s local and their selection is good. But after years or going and spending hundreds and hundreds of dollars i’m tiered of their ignorant employees. They are the most arrogant employees around. The saddest part is the owners and managers are right there meaning they approve of the behavior. We have kids with us but we do not let them run wild. If they act up we remove them out of the store. I understand that it’s small and kids are a lot in there but your a pet store. Learn to interact with them. The employees push past them and not an excuse me or hey bud can you stand over there for me for a second. Not to mention this last time they over charged me. The sign said $16.99 and they charged me $19.99. I politely let the cashier know that I wasn’t asking fo

★★★★★ 5.0 Lisa Mcgill · Aug 2025

Very nice, clean place. Customer service was amazing!! Will definitely go back, and recommend buying a pet from here!

★★★★★ 5.0 Melissa Scharenbroch · Jan 2024

Great pet store! Came to check out the shop for aquatics and ended up leaving with my dogs favorite ball that is hard to find! I would definitely recommend this store to anyone with aquariums and pets or looking to get one.

★★★★★ 5.0 Space Cowboy · Mar 2026

Definitely a great place to buy and ask questions. Way better then petco and pets mart. Give it a go you can't go wrong.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Small Business ✓ In Store Pickup ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Delivery ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Quick Visit ✓ Debit Cards ✓ Nfc Mobile Payments

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