--- title: "About Petland" id: "30" type: "page" slug: "about-our-company" published_at: "2016-01-01T05:00:00+00:00" modified_at: "2023-05-02T15:35:08+00:00" url: "https://petlandmerrillville.com/about-our-company/" markdown_url: "https://petlandmerrillville.com/about-our-company.md" excerpt: "Great Reputation Petland Merrillville is a local pet store that serves Hobart, Indiana, Merrillville, Indiana and our surrounding communities. With a state of the art location providing you and your family with a fun and a hands on approach to..." --- ## Our Story ### Great Reputation Petland Merrillville is a local pet store that serves Hobart, Indiana, Merrillville, Indiana and our surrounding communities. With a state of the art location providing you and your family with a fun and a hands on approach to learning about pets and their required needs. We have built our reputation – since 1967 – helping thousands of families bring new pets into their homes. We are committed to making your new relationship with your pet the best that it can be. - Our staff receives intensive training. - We have the best husbandry program in the market, healthier pets. - We have the most comprehensive guarantees in the market. ### Professional Staff We are proud of our Pet Counselors, they receive periodic training, and they love what they do. It is this aspect as well as product quality, selection and a real love of animals that gives Petland it’s reputation. A major focus of our Pet Counselors is to educate people about pets. This information assists customers in making informed choices that improves the quality of the their lives and the lives of their pets. ### We’re Happy To Help Every year thousands of unplanned and unwanted puppies and kittens are born. We recommend having your pet spayed or neutered. Ask for our free brochure on this important subject. If you would prefer to take in a pet from the local shelter, we will be happy to help you. We offer adoptions of Rescue Cats and Kittens in our store. ### Buying a Puppy Buying a puppy can be one of the most joyful experiences of your life. That’s why we’re here. Petland puppies must meet standards before they can become Petland puppies. ### Our Program: A Petland puppy is provided with significant veterinarian care and vaccinations before it is placed in your home. - We use high quality food. - We weigh them daily and take their temperatures often. - We groom each puppy daily; including bathing, nail trimming and brushing. - Socialization with adults and children including lots of play. - Daily Exercise. ### Your Benefits: Petland offers many different breeds, we will help match you with the right breed for your personality and lifestyle. 1. Petland puppies go home with a complimentary first veterinary exam. 2. We provide a Health Certificate, and the vaccines are up to date. 3. Our Puppies come with a Microchip ready for activation. 4. 3 Generations Pedigree. 5. Registration Papers. 6. Petland provides all customers with a comprehensive three (3) year extended warranty with their puppy. 7. ***Pets for a Lifetime*** Resources Kit (with links to online training videos). "*" indicates required fields ## Why families choose Petland Merrillville, IN - ### Healthy, happy pets Our pets are cared for by a knowledgeable team and seen by licensed veterinarians. - ### Trusted sources We work to connect families with pets from carefully selected, professional breeders. - ### Lifetime support Our relationship doesn’t end at the door — we’re here with guidance for your pet’s whole life. - ### Everything you need From the right food and supplies to flexible financing, we help you start off right. ## Industry Recognition [https://www.akc.org/](https://www.akc.org/) [https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/topglobal](https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/topglobal) [https://www.petbusiness.com/featured_articles/the-top-25-pet-retailers-in-north-america/article_af8a91b6-98ab-11ec-a32e-5b8f209bb694.html](https://www.petbusiness.com/featured_articles/the-top-25-pet-retailers-in-north-america/article_af8a91b6-98ab-11ec-a32e-5b8f209bb694.html) [/bbb-torch-awards/](/bbb-torch-awards/) ## Meet the pets at Petland Merrillville, IN - Coming Soon 4 views ## [Tank - Male #9041](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/boston-terrier/boston-terrier-9041/) ### [Boston Terrier](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/boston-terrier/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) - Coming Soon 6 views ## [Logan - Male #9040](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/bullmastiff/bullmastiff-9040/) ### [Bullmastiff](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/bullmastiff/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) - Coming Soon 5 views ## [Jackson - Male #9039](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/rottweiler/rottweiler-9039/) ### [Rottweiler](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/rottweiler/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) - Coming Soon 16 views Many interested ## [Sunny - Female #9038](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/beabull/beabull-9038/) ### [Beabull](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/beabull/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) - - Coming Soon 17 views Many interested ## [Louie - Male #9037](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/french-bulldog/french-bulldog-9037/) ### [French Bulldog](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/french-bulldog/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) - Coming Soon 17 views Many interested ## [Morticia - Female #9036](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/pembroke-welsh-corgi/pembroke-welsh-corgi-9036/) ### [Pembroke Welsh Corgi](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/pembroke-welsh-corgi/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) - Coming Soon 21 views Many interested ## [Henry - Male #9035](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/dachshund/dachshund-9035/) ### [Dachshund](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/dachshund/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) - Coming Soon 20 views Many interested ## [Joey - Male #9034](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/french-bulldog/french-bulldog-9034/) ### [French Bulldog](https://petlandmerrillville.com/puppies-for-sale/french-bulldog/) [Get My Info](#petInquiry) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) [Browse All Available Pets](https://petlandmerrillville.com/available-pets/) ## Come visit us in Merrillville We’d love to meet you. Stop by during store hours to meet our pets and our team in person — no appointment needed. ### Petland Merillville, IN 1736 E. 80th Ave. Merrillville, IN 46410 [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717) Monday - Saturday: 10 AM - 9 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 7 PM [Get Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Petland+Merillville%2C+IN%2C+1736+E.+80th+Ave.+) [https://www.facebook.com/PetlandMerrillville/](https://www.facebook.com/PetlandMerrillville/) [https://www.instagram.com/petlandmerrillville/](https://www.instagram.com/petlandmerrillville/) ## Getting started — your questions, answered ### Are your pets healthy? Every pet is cared for by our team and examined by a licensed veterinarian. We’ll review each pet’s health records with you before you take them home. ### Do you offer financing? Yes — we offer flexible financing options so you can bring home your new best friend in a way that fits your budget. You can even apply online. ### Can I visit before I decide? Absolutely. We’d love for you to come meet our pets in person. Stop by during store hours — no appointment needed. ### What support do I get after taking my pet home? Our team is here for the life of your pet with guidance on training, nutrition, and care. You’re always welcome to reach out. ## Ready to meet your new best friend at Petland Merrillville, IN? Browse our available pets or stop by the store — we can’t wait to introduce you. [Browse Available Pets](https://petlandmerrillville.com/available-pets/) [Visit the Store](#visit) [219-738-1717](tel:219-738-1717)