About
Puppy Shop in Kearney, Nebraska is primarily a puppy retail store rather than an aquarium or fish shop. Operated by owner Cindy, the business focuses on selling small-breed puppies including Yorkipoos and Shih Tzus. The store has generated a polarized reputation among Kearney residents, with some customers praising the cleanliness of the facility and the health of their purchased pups, while others have raised serious concerns about parvo exposure in multiple puppies sold from the shop.
Several reviewers reported puppies testing positive for parvovirus within days of purchase, with at least two puppies passing away, and customers described difficulty reaching the shop owner afterward. On the positive side, longtime customers who know the owner personally speak highly of their experiences, describing well-socialized, loving puppies that have become cherished family members. The store has also sold pet accessories alongside puppies.
Notably, the business appears to operate seasonally, with at least one review mentioning a closure until April, and another indicating the business had moved from its listed location. This is not an aquarium or fish store, and no fish, aquatic livestock, or aquarium equipment have been mentioned in any customer reviews. Prospective visitors to Kearney looking for aquarium supplies or fish would need to look elsewhere for those needs.
Highlights
What makes them special
- Primarily a puppy retail store, not a fish/aquarium shop
- Operated by owner Cindy in Kearney, Nebraska
- Sells small breed puppies including Yorkipoos and Shih Tzus
- Mixed reviews with serious health concerns reported by some buyers
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Cute pups very clean”
— Mike Messersmith5.0a month ago“Wonderful experience adopting Teddy. He is a great promoter for Puppy Shop. Everywhere we go people ask, 'What breed and where did you get him?'”
— Doug Lambertus5.03 months ago“A good friend purchased a puppy from here only having her for almost a week and she unfortunately lost her due to parvo! The breeder refuses to respond to messages or calls about the situation, also offering to give her another puppy? But will not refund the money nor take responsibility that the puppy was exposed before coming into my friends home. BUYER BEWARE!! Below shoes the rest of the pup, and the report from vet. 🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑🛑”
— Emily Brott1.06 months ago“I purchased a puppy Monday the 28th of June. She was diagnosed with parvo by Friday and she passed away Saturday. Been trying to contact breeder for 2 days and she will not respond. My vet told me she was exposed prior to me getting her. So please be cautious if buying from them. I saw the response to this review from puppy shop. Seems I can't respond again so will add to this one. The response is not true I have all the proof. I sent them a picture of the positive test on the 1st the day I received it. Also sent a email from the vet to them. Which proves she read it because she had no blood in her stool that day but she did the next day. Yes it was tragic for this poor little girl. I was attempting to reach the shop since the 1st and received no responses. Her blood sugars were low because she couldn't keep anything down even after 2 nausea shots. Plus it exposed my other dog my mom's dog my son's dog and my brothers dogs. Has cost me a fortune to try to save her and I did everything I could. Yet this shop refuses to speak to me blocks me and won't even attempt to make this right.”
— Amanda Shaner1.0Edited 6 months ago“My friend got a puppy from this shop on Monday. Wednesday found out the puppy had Parvo. The puppy passed away on Saturday evening. I am sure the other puppies here have Parvo also. Beware!! She was told she would not refund any money but she could have another puppy? Really with Parvo? BUYER BEWARE!!!!”
— Paula1.06 months ago“I got my tiny toy Yorkipoo from the puppy shop and every moment of the experience was amazing. From the time of inquiry and even after I took my pup home. This is a reputable store and I’m so happy with my purchase!”
— Kiante Stuart5.07 months ago“Very sad situation. Puppies are in cribs living in their own pee and I can only assume they haven’t been taken outside more than a couple of times if at all.”
— Blair Wolters1.0a year ago“I have known Cindy for a long time. Getting our baby boy from her was a great thing for both my husband and me. He is so sweet and fun. He has brought us so much joy. He goes EVERYWHERE with us. Thank you Cindy the owner of the Puppy Shop in Kearney NE.”
— Brenda Marzolf5.0a year ago“Nice and clean. Puppies are in excellent condition. I will buy a puppy there when mine gets old. That way mine can teach the new puppy to be an ESA. Great place! Very knowledgeable.”
— Carol Chadwick5.02 years ago“I bought Joe, a shih tzu before Christmas. He is healthy, active, and thriving. I would recommend this breeder.”
— Jana Adams5.03 years ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (308) 325-7650 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Puppy -Shop.