About
AfFORDable Pet Center in Northampton, Pennsylvania is a family-run shop that has earned fierce loyalty from its community — the kind of place where staff members like Mary Ellen, Bob, Danielle, Ash, and Mike are known by name and remembered for their genuine care. Run by the Ford family, this independent store has built its reputation on personalized service and a surprisingly deep product selection that rivals big-box competitors on variety while often beating them on price. While AfFORDable is primarily a general pet supply store — stocking food, treats, toys, and accessories for dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and small animals — there are a few details worth noting for aquatic hobbyists.
At least one regular customer shops here specifically for koi pond supplies, though the store does not maintain live fish tanks or a dedicated aquatics section. One reviewer bluntly noted "No fish," so anyone looking for livestock or a full saltwater coral setup should look elsewhere. What the store does exceptionally well is curate quality brands and go the extra mile on sourcing.
They carry a strong Fromm dog food assortment and a wide selection of Oxbow products for rabbit and small animal owners. If they don't stock something, the staff will special order it — and if enough customers request it, they'll start carrying it permanently. That kind of responsiveness is rare.
Practical touches set the store apart: single-dose flea treatments instead of forcing bulk purchases, $5 bunny nail trims, in-store dog training classes through Passion for Paws, and staff who will carry purchases to your car. The gift selection for pet lovers also gets frequent praise. For Northampton residents tired of driving to big chains, AfFORDable Pet Center offers competitive pricing, curated inventory, and a shopping experience where you're treated like a neighbor — because the Ford family genuinely treats you like one.
It's a one-stop shop for multi-pet households who value knowledgeable advice and community connection over warehouse-scale anonymity.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Consultation
- Specializes in
- Pond
Highlights
What makes them special
- Family-owned by the Ford family with long-tenured, knowledgeable staff known by name
- Stocks Fromm dog food and extensive Oxbow rabbit/small animal product lines
- Koi pond supplies available for pond hobbyists
- $5 bunny nail trims and in-store dog training classes through Passion for Paws
- Will special order products and begin stocking frequently requested items
From keepers
Customer reviews
“The BEST place to buy pet products for all kinds of pets. The staff is extremely knowledgeable. They are over the top in customer service.”
— Laura Blocker5.02 days ago“Friendly, helpful, and priced right!”
— Brenda Beck5.02 weeks ago“They always have everything I need. They are very knowledgeable about animal needs and the staff is very friendly!”
— Tarah Kolb (Sadistica)5.03 months ago“Just realized, whenever I previously rated this store, I only gave 3 stars (probably bc I wasn't a frequent shopper there). Well, I'd like to update that rating. AfFordable Pet center is in my must shop list for my pets. We have 3 dogs and 2 cats. I can always find what I need (and then some haha) every trip. Staff is always super friendly, and can answer most questions. They're always interested in how you like their product selection (especially if it's something new), will go the extra mile to find products you're looking for and will either order it for you or depending on the item, even start stocking it. Pricing is very consistent with other retailers, some items I've found are also less expensive here. You can pretty much make this place a one stop shop depending on your needs.”
— S. Tauber5.0Edited 4 months ago“AWESOME PET CENTER”
— DENISE C.H.5.07 months ago“Very knowledgeable staff.”
— James Boyle5.08 months ago“Very affordable and happy to help as soon as you walk in. Nice people.”
— Catherine White5.010 months ago“Friendly, helpful staff and great selection of quality cat and dog food!”
— Stephanie5.0a year ago“Very helpful and knowledgeable staff, they know about animals needs from food, to treats, to treatments and toys. They are always willing to answer any questions I have and will special order anything I request. Mary Ellen and Bob, Danielle, Ash and Mike have lots of personal and professional insight on caring for animals, from managing feral and stray cats to keeping indoor cats and dogs healthy. Thank you so much for your genuine caring of all animals, and ALWAYS helping me out with my many questions and requests. Thank you for always willing to help with getting items to my car too!”
— V5.0a year ago“The employees here are always super helpful and know exactly where things are. I always love supporting local businesses.”
— Dylan Dimmick5.0a year ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (610) 440-0245 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting AfFORDable Pet Center, Inc..