'We appreciate you all so much': Customers and friends pay tribute to family-run Northern Ireland pet shop following closure announcement
Pet and Country in Ballymoney announces closure as community express sadness at the loss of a valued independent business
A small independent family-run pet store and retailer in Ballymoney has announced it is to close its doors next month.
Pet and Country, located on Main Street, confirmed the closure in a post shared on social media. The business stocks a range of pet supplies alongside fashion, giftware and country lifestyle products.
In the message, the team behind Pet and Country said the shop would close in February and thanked customers for their support over the years.
“We are closing our doors in February,” the post read.
“Up to 50% off across the entire store — now is your chance to grab your favourites one last time.
“We just want to thank all of our customers for your continued support throughout the years and we appreciate you all so much. Thank you.”
The announcement prompted an outpouring of reaction online, with hundreds of loyal customers and members of the local community expressing sadness at the news.
Many described the shop as a valued local business and praised the team for their friendly service and commitment to the area, with several saying Pet and Country would be “sorely missed”.
The closure marks the end of a chapter for the independent retailer, which has served pet owners in Ballymoney and the surrounding area since 2014.