Dog Supplies Outlet Guide: Where to Find the Best Deals Online in 2026

Dog supplies are not cheap. Between premium food ($50-$80/bag), durable toys ($15-$25 each), and veterinary-grade supplements ($30-$60/bottle), the typical dog owner spends $1,500-$3,000 per year on their pet. Finding discount sources for the same products can cut that by 30-50%.

This isn’t about buying cheap products - it’s about buying good products at better prices. Here’s where experienced dog owners find the best deals consistently.

Online Retailers with Regular Discounts

Chewy

The dominant online pet retailer in the US, and they offer two pricing advantages most buyers don’t use:

Autoship: Subscribe to automatic deliveries (food, treats, supplements) and save 5-10% on every order. Most items qualify, and you can change delivery frequency, pause, or cancel anytime.

Flash deals: Chewy runs daily deals on rotating products. Check the “Today’s Deals” section - discounts of 20-50% on brand-name products are common.

Free shipping: Orders over $49 ship free. With their pharmacy, food, and supplies combined, hitting $49 is easy.

Best for: Recurring purchases (food, treats, flea/tick), wide selection, excellent customer service

Amazon

Price fluctuation tools like CamelCamelCamel and Keepa let you track Amazon prices over time and set alerts when a product drops below your target price. This is particularly valuable for big-ticket items (GPS collars, crates) where prices fluctuate $20-$50 seasonally.

Subscribe & Save: Similar to Chewy’s Autoship - subscribe to regular deliveries and save 5-15%. Stack this with clippable coupons for additional savings.

Amazon Warehouse: Returned and refurbished pet products at 20-40% off. Items come with the same Amazon return policy.

Best for: Price tracking on electronics (GPS trackers, automatic feeders), bulk consumables

Petco/PetSmart Clearance

Both retailers maintain online clearance sections with mark-downs of 25-75%. Seasonal products (winter coats in March, cooling mats in October) see the steepest discounts. In-store clearance endcaps often have even better prices than online.

Vital Care membership (Petco): $20/month includes everything from nutrition consults to grooming discounts. If you use Petco as your primary store, the membership pays for itself quickly.

Best for: Seasonal products, in-store clearance hunting

Subscription and Bulk Services

BarkBox / Super Chewer Box

Monthly subscription boxes with toys, treats, and chews. Standard BarkBox: $23/month (6-month plan). Super Chewer (durable toys): $29/month (6-month plan).

The value math: Each box contains 2 toys, 2 treat bags, and a chew. Bought separately, these items would cost $40-$60. The subscription effectively provides a 40-50% discount.

Best for: Toy variety (dogs get bored with the same toys), discovering new brands

Costco (Kirkland Brand)

Kirkland Signature dog food is manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods and consistently ranks well in nutritional analysis. A 40 lb bag costs $30-$40 - roughly half the price of equivalent-quality brands.

Costco also stocks bulk treats, poop bags, and beds at warehouse prices.

Best for: Budget-conscious owners who want legitimate quality at the lowest possible price

Local Feed Stores

Tractor Supply, Rural King, and independent farm supply stores often carry premium dog food brands at 15-25% less than pet specialty retailers. They also stock working dog supplies (GPS collars, heavy-duty crates) that pet stores don’t always carry.

Best for: Premium food at lower prices, rural areas with limited pet store options

Timing Your Purchases

Best Times to Buy

Month	What’s on Sale	Why
January	Holiday leftover inventory	Post-Christmas clearance
March-April	Winter gear (coats, boots)	End of season
July (Prime Day)	Electronics, big-ticket items	Amazon event, competitors match
September-October	Summer gear (cooling, pools)	End of season
November (Black Friday)	Everything	Deepest discounts of the year

Prime Day Strategy

Amazon Prime Day (usually July) sees GPS trackers, automatic feeders, and smart pet products drop 20-40%. Set CamelCamelCamel alerts 2 weeks before and buy when prices hit historical lows.

Black Friday/Cyber Monday

The biggest savings across all retailers. Chewy, Petco, PetSmart, and Amazon all run major pet deals. Plan large purchases (crates, premium beds, GPS collars) for this weekend.

Price Comparison Tips

Never buy at first price. Every major product appears across 3-5 retailers at different prices. Check Chewy, Amazon, and the manufacturer’s website before purchasing.
Use CamelCamelCamel for Amazon. This free tool shows the price history of any Amazon product. Many “deals” are actually at or above the average price.
Stack discounts. Combine Autoship/Subscribe & Save with coupons and credit card cash back. A 5% Autoship discount + 5% credit card cash back = 10% savings on every recurring purchase.
Buy seasonal gear off-season. Winter coats in April, cooling vests in November. Discounts of 40-60% are standard.
Check manufacturer websites. Some brands (Ruffwear, KONG, West Paw) sell direct and run sales that retailers don’t match. Sign up for email lists to catch these.

When to Invest vs. Save

Category	Invest (Buy Quality)	Save (Budget Works Fine)
Dog food	High - nutrition affects health	Premium kibble, not necessarily fresh
Leash	High - safety item	A $15 nylon leash is perfectly good
Collar	Medium - replace as needed	Budget for puppies, invest for adults
Bed	High for seniors	Cheap for puppies who’ll outgrow it
Toys	High for aggressive chewers	Budget for moderate chewers
Crate	Medium for adults	Buy once, buy right for the adult size
Grooming	Low - most tools work fine	Basic clippers and brushes do the job
GPS tracker	High - reliability matters	Don’t buy the cheapest no-name brand

For product-specific recommendations, browse our buyer’s guides covering every category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chewy cheaper than Amazon for pet supplies?

It varies by product. For dog food and recurring supplies, Chewy’s Autoship is often cheaper. For electronics and accessories, Amazon frequently wins. Check both before purchasing - the price difference on identical products can be $5-$15.

Are generic/store-brand dog products safe?

For food: Kirkland (Costco) is manufactured to high standards and is safe. For toys and accessories: generic brands vary widely. Stick with established brands for anything your dog chews or ingests. For non-contact items (beds, bowls, leashes), generic brands are usually fine.

How do I know if a “deal” is actually a good price?

Use CamelCamelCamel (Amazon) or track prices manually over 2-3 months. Many retailers apply artificial “original prices” to make discounts appear larger than they are. A product that’s “50% off” from an inflated original price may be at its normal selling price.