Petagogy is an independently-owned local pet supply store that is operated by five humans and their many dogs. Where did we get that name? It comes from the word “pedagogy,” which is the art or profession of teaching. We pride ourselves on learning about the best products out there, and we hope to pass that information on to our customers.
Our animals aren’t just pets—they’re our family. We want to make sure we are doing everything we can to ensure they live long, happy and healthy lives. We opened Petagogy more than ten years ago to give Pittsburgh-area pet owners access to an independent store in their community that has a knowledgeable staff and a wide selection of healthy and natural foods, treats and supplies for dogs and cats. Many of our products are not offered anywhere else in the Pittsburgh area. We know your pets will love them!
Petagogy was founded in 2011 by two couples (and friends) Ben Huber, Elsie Lampl, Heather Blum and Cole Wolfson. An idea that started over beers has grown from one 600 sq ft retail store in Shadyside to two area locations! Additionally, long-time employee Allison Stetz (also the founder and President of Biggies Bullies) joined the ownership team in 2016. In 2025, we acquired local chain Healthy Pet Products and their three stores in McCandless, McMurray and Cranberry!
Our three “founding” dogs, Deeka, Jack and Bumble Bee, are the inspiration behind Petagogy; you’ll recognize them by their silhouettes on our logo!
East Liberty: 5818 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
North Hills: 165 Blazier Drive, Pittsburgh PA 15237
South Hills: 3043 Washington Road, McMurray PA 15317
Greensburg: 240 E. Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601
Cranberry: 8001 Rowan Road, Cranberry Township PA 16066
We love our customers from Cranberry Twp areas around Cranberry Twp, Seven Fields, Warrendale, Mars, Economy, and more.