Business Details
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Sioux Falls
For over four decades, Mini Critters has been a trusted destination for comprehensive pet care solutions in Sioux Falls, SD. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in pet nutrition, grooming, boarding, and retail services, serving both pet owners and their companions with expertise honed through years of dedicated service. We prioritize community engagement through partnerships with organizations like the Pinky Swear Foundation, supporting families affected by childhood cancer. Our dual locations offer extensive product selections, including premium pet foods, aquarium supplies, and specialty items tailored to diverse animal needs. With certified groomers boasting over 70 combined years of experience, we provide breed-specific grooming services using professional-grade techniques.Our Pet Hotel facility maintains rigorous safety and sanitation standards while offering customized accommodations for dogs, birds, and small animals. Through Interactive Playcare programs, we address pets' physical and social development needs while giving owners peace of mind. Our commitment to transparency extends to clear pricing structures, detailed service descriptions, and comprehensive vaccination protocols ensuring animal safety. As a locally owned business, we combine generational knowledge with modern pet care practices to deliver reliable, compassionate service to our community.
Services
Pet Grooming
Pet Hotel
DIY Dog Wash
Interactive Playcare
Water Testing
Vaccination Records
Dog Boarding
Pet Supplies
Animal Care
Community Programs
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined experience in pet care services
- Our certified groomers maintain advanced knowledge of breed-specific requirements
- We offer comprehensive vaccination-compliant boarding facilities
- Our staff provides expert guidance on pet nutrition and habitat setup
- We maintain active community partnerships supporting local families
What people say
Top of the line
Variety of animals
Nice experience
Support local businesses
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Pet Grooming
Our professional groomers provide breed-specific haircuts and hygiene services for all dog sizes. With over 70 combined years of experience, we offer shampoo and brushout, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and sanitary trims. Our certified team handles special needs pets with care while maintaining safety standards.
Pet Hotel
Our climate-controlled boarding facility offers three suite sizes with daily walks and personalized care. Services include feeding according to owner instructions, medication administration, and optional play sessions. We maintain strict vaccination requirements and use veterinary-approved sanitation protocols to ensure pet safety during their stay.
Interactive Playcare
This socialization program improves pets' mental and physical health through structured play sessions. Certified staff supervise group activities that enhance social skills while reducing anxiety. The service includes two play areas with different size accommodations and optional enrichment activities to maintain optimal pet wellness.
DIY Dog Wash
Our fully equipped wash stations allow pet owners to groom their dogs without home mess. Facilities include professional-grade tubs, shampoo, and drying equipment. Staff assistance is available for challenging tasks like nail trimming. The service operates during extended weekday hours for owner convenience.
Water Testing
Our biologist staff provides free water quality analysis for aquarium owners. The service includes parameter testing and customized recommendations for maintaining healthy aquatic environments. We offer follow-up product support for correcting water chemistry imbalances in both freshwater and saltwater tanks.
People
Ryan
General Manager
With 15 years at Mini Critters and 20 in the pet industry, Ryan specializes in animal nutrition and habitat setup. He leads our team in providing expert pet care advice while managing daily operations at both store locations.
Lashawn
Senior Groomer
A 17-year grooming veteran, Lashawn specializes in complex breeds from Shih-Tzus to Newfoundlands. She maintains advanced knowledge of coat types and grooming requirements while mentoring junior staff members in professional techniques.
Bethani
Certified Groomer
Graduated from Paragon School of Pet Grooming in 2019 with competition awards in poodle and terrier styling. Holds CPR and first aid certifications, focusing on safe handling of nervous or special needs pets during grooming sessions.
Camille
Pet Care Specialist
With 3 years in pet grooming and 1.5 years full-time experience, Camille focuses on building client trust through personalized service. She provides expert guidance on pet nutrition and habitat setup while assisting with animal selection.
Angie
Lead Groomer
A 16-year industry veteran with specialized training in exotic pet care. Angie manages complex grooming cases while overseeing staff development programs. She combines technical expertise with compassionate animal handling techniques.
Questions
What pet services do you offer in Sioux Falls?
We provide professional grooming, boarding, DIY dog wash, interactive daycare, water testing, and vaccination record management for dogs, cats, fish, and small animals.
Are your groomers certified professionals?
Our grooming team holds certifications from accredited institutions like Paragon School of Pet Grooming and maintains current CPR/first aid credentials for safe pet handling.
What are your store hours and locations?
We operate two Sioux Falls locations: 49th St (7am-9pm Mon-Fri) and Minnesota Ave (8am-8pm Mon-Fri). Both locations offer extended weekday hours for customer convenience.
Do you require vaccination records for services?
Yes, we require rabies, kennel cough, and distemper vaccinations for dogs, plus rabies and distemper for cats participating in boarding or daycare services.
Can I bring exotic pets for care services?
We provide specialized care and habitat advice for exotic pets including reptiles, birds, and small mammals through our dedicated mini-critters team members.
Do you offer pet product delivery services?
While we don't provide delivery, our knowledgeable staff can special order specific products not currently in stock to meet your pet's unique needs.
