Petshop Science is a South African retail chain that sells pet-related products, as well as offers pet insurance. Founded in 2021, the company is headquartered in Cape Town, and is a subsidiary of major South African retail corporation Checkers.[3]
As of 2024, Petshop Science operates 144 locations across 8 of the country's provinces, making it South Africa's second-largest pet store chain by number of stores, behind Woolworths-owned Absolute Pets.[2]
History
Petshop Science was founded in 2021, when major South African supermarket chain Checkers entered the pet store market. It was the first South African supermarket group to enter the pet store sector, after being the first such chain to offer pet insurance the year before.[1][4]
In November 2024, the 100th Petshop Science store was opened, in Kempton Park, Gauteng.[5]
In its 2024 financial year, the chain expanded rapidly, ending the year with 86 stores - double the number it started the year with.[6][7]
In July 2025, Petshop Science partnered with UCount Rewards, the loyalty program of South African financial services company Standard Bank.[8]
Operations
Petshop Science operates 144 pet stores across 8 of South Africa's provinces,[2] targeting mid-to-high income consumers, in a similar LSM bracket to Checkers' FreshX stores. Aside from third-party brands, stores sell a range of dog and cat grooming products under their Sugacoat house brand.[6]
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