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Author: Kalicia Bateman

LAST UPDATED: April 15th, 2022

PetFlow reviews (read below) reveal that several customers had difficulty canceling their Auto-Ship subscription and that their packages were not delivered on time. However, many of the reviews state that PetFlow has a wide variety of cat and dog products and the pricing is on par with other companies in the industry. 

Here's a bit about the company and what they're up to today:

PetFlow works hard to make finding and buying high-quality food at great prices easy. The company carries around 300 brands of the finest dog and cat food, treats and other online pet supplies. Pet parents can conveniently have all products shipped right to their door with the companies Auto-Ship program, so there is no more worrying about forgetting to stock up the pantry with delicious dog and cat treats.

For customers who have questions about any of the products, PetFlow’s customer service team is happy to help. Having so many options can be overwhelming, but a customer service representative will help find the right pet food for any beloved companion.

PetFlow also donates over 15,000 pounds of food to local shelters every month. With every package shipped by PetFlow, the company gives a bowl of food to a pet in need. So purchases are more than just purchases, they are a good deed. 

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The Good

  • Good Deeds
  • Pain-Free Training
  • Auto-Ship
  • Available Pet Products
  • Promotions, Coupons, and Discounts

Good Deeds

Every box sent from PetFlow is more than just a box; it’s a good deed. Whenever customers make a purchase, a bowl of food is donated to a pet in need. Working with shelters, PetFlow helps shelters spend less on food so that the shelters can devote more time and effort into healthcare, rehab, and enrichment. At the bottom of the webpage, PetFlow has pictures and the stories of pets that were helped by PetFlow’s Good Deeds program. 

Pain-Free Training

PetFlow has partnered with Zak George, an influential YouTube personality in dog training, PetFlow promises not to sell pet products that are meant to inflict pain on animals (choke chains and shock collars). On the PetFlow website, there are a variety of YouTube videos featuring Zak George showing how to train and care for dogs.

Pet owners can get advice on how to get their pup crate trained, potty trained, leash trained, and more. 

Auto-Ship

PetFlow’s Auto-Ship program allows pet owners to pick from a large selection of brands and products. Customers add the items they want into their shopping cart, and during checkout will select Auto-Ship and choose a delivery frequency. Customers can then manage their Auto-Ship order, adding or taking away products, change delivery dates or delivery information. There is also a feature to view past orders done on the account. 

With every Auto-Ship order, a bowl of food is donated to a pet in need. So each time a customer schedules an Auto-Ship order, they are scheduling a good deed. 

Available Pet Products

Pet owners will have a variety of dog and cat products to choose from. In order to make things easier for customers, PetFlow allows customers to narrow down their search results. For example, customers can filter pet food products by:

  • Special Condition
  • Type
  • Lifestage
  • Brand
  • Sub-Brand
  • Main Ingredient
  • Allergic To
  • Features
  • Breed Size
  • Hot Deals

Petflow even offers prescription food for cats and dogs with special dietary needs. 

Promotions, Coupons, and Discounts

Throughout the year, PetFlow offers different specials and promotions. As the promotions change, customers can find information on the most recent special at the top of the site, in a pop-up at checkout, or in an email.

If an order falls under $49 with a coupon, customers will have to pay the $5.95 shipping fee.  

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The Bad

  • Canceling Auto-Ship
  • Return Limitations and Fees
  • Variety of Animal Products

Canceling Auto-Ship

Customers wanting to cancel their Auto-Ship subscription will have to call the company, as there is no way to cancel the order online. For many consumers, this can be quite frustrating as it negates the convenience of online ordering. 

PetFlow also doesn't allow customers to remove their credit card from their profile, that also requires a phone call to the company. 

Return Limitations and Fees

Unfortunately, PetFlow doesn’t allow returns on products under $10. There is also no returns on opened products, open cases of canned food, medications or prescriptions, or r/x foods, due to pharmaceutical regulations.

All returns are subject to a return shipping fee, that will be deducted from the total credit/refund amount. Items are subject to the following tier:

  • $10-$49.99, return shipping fee of $5.95
  • $50-$99.99, return shipping fee of $10.95
  • $100+, return shipping fee of $14.95

PetFlow only accepts returns within 30 days of an orders ship date. There is no guarantee that the company would be able to accept a return or exchange outside that time frame. 

Variety of Animal Products

If you're looking for dog treats, dog food, or cat supplies, Petflow is a good option. 

While PetFlow has a great selection of products and items for cats and dogs, they don’t have any products for other common household pets. Customers with birds, reptiles, fish, or small pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, mice, rats, etc.) will have to look at other stores for their pet supplies. 

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The Bottom Line

Whether you have an orange tabby cat or a German Shepherd, PetFlow has an impressive selection of pet food, treats, and toys for both dog owners and cat owners. PetFlow’s advanced filter helps customers easily shop for specialty products without the hassle of having to search through every page.

Along with providing high-quality pet food, PetFlow has teamed up with Zak George and has made a promise not to sell any products that are meant to cause pain or harm to animals. PetFlow’s customer service representatives are pet owners too and work hard to provide the best service and quality for all pet care needs. Customers can contact PetFlow through email, live chat, or phone. Also for those wanting to get exclusive deals, customers can sign up for PetFlow emails to hear about the latest deals and offers.

Another positive aspect to PetFlow is their dedication to providing food for animals in shelters. Customers can even see the pets they’ve helped by purchasing products from PetFlow, and there is also a shelter spotlight that helps consumers learn more about the shelters and their motivations. 

However, pet owners might want to look further into the Auto-Ship program as they don't allow customers to cancel online or remove their credit card from file unless they call. While not the worst offense, it does seem counterintuitive since Petflow is an online store and many customers prefer the convenience of canceling online. The company also has a few shipping limitations that customers should be aware of before ordering products. There have even been several complaints from customers whose shipment did not arrive within the expected time frame.

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NANCY MCCULLOUGH Reston, VA

UPDATE to review below: My cat food showed up 2 days after I posted what follows. So Scout didn't starve. I would urge PetFlow to improve communications with customers and suppliers regarding shipping and availability. The problem may have originated with Royal Canin; if so, that needs to be remediated as well. ORIGINAL 2-star review: Until recently I would have given 3 or 4 stars. But twice now they have promised to ship on a certain date and not only failed to ship but failed to tell me they weren't going to ship on that date. I had to call them when I ran short of food only to be told then it wasn't coming. They evidently have access problems with Royal Canin cat food (at least). Why on earth they do not level with the customer I cannot comprehend. Now, imagine the pet owner who is disabled or elderly or isolated, who DEPENDS on PetFlow to provide food for pets. Would you suggest that this person patronize PetFlow?

7 years ago

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Donna H Brentwood, TN

I had to switch to Pet Flow from Chewy since they no longer carry Fromms. I don't know why Fromms did this? At any rate in the past I set up auto ship which I wanted to cancel but was unable to do so from the software on their site. I felt like my credit card was being held hostage too since it would not alow me to remove it from their saved setting, since I had an auto ship pending which I was unable to remove. They have a lot to learn from Chewy and if they would wisen up they would gain more customers. I finally called in and cancelled my auto ship. Unfortunately it resulted in me switching dog foods and returning my business to Chewy. I really feel sorry for customer service, receiving calls from frustrated customers in situations like mine!

8 years ago

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SavvyShopper Newport Beach, CA

Have been utilizing PetFlow for about a year but have repeated problems logging in and today it did not even show our autoship for October. Finally got someone on chat "Megans mom" and she tells me there is a problem and they are aware of it. I finally cancelled our autoship order, but I see on your web that you cannot cancel online!!! That means I'll have to call them tomorrow. Not the kind of problems I want or need with an online service.

7 years ago

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Dasha Directo Provo, UT

I used to buy my dog's food from here because there were a lot of options. However, the prices went up, so I no longer am a customer. If they didn't increase their prices, I would still buy my food from there.

7 years ago