About Braxton's Animal Works In Wayne

About Braxton’s Animal Works

Welcome to Braxton’s Animal Works, where we’ve proudly served the Wayne, PA community and the Main Line since 1938. As a family-owned business spanning three generations, we’ve built a tradition of trust and expertise in pet care, making us your go-to neighbor for all things pet-related.

At Braxton’s, we believe that pet ownership is one of life's greatest joys. Our mission is to educate and empower our community with the knowledge and tools to provide the best care for their furry family members. We offer a carefully curated selection of high-quality pet products, ensuring that every item on our shelves meets the highest standards of health and happiness for your pets.

Over the years, we’ve grown and evolved, always staying true to our core values of quality, education, and community. Today, under the management of Tiff Braxton, we continue to innovate and adapt, integrating modern technology and automation to improve our operations while maintaining the personal touch that our customers love.

Our Story

1938: Edward O. Braxton purchases Cugley’s Kennels, renaming it Braxton’s Kennels. Edward and Gertrude Braxton move from Yeadon, Delaware County, to Strafford, PA. The Braxton family resides on the second floor above the shop at 614 Lancaster Ave.
1941: Bill Braxton, the youngest of the three Braxton siblings, leaves Tredyffrin-Easttown Combined School (now Conestoga High School) in the tenth grade to support the family business while Edward recovers from a stroke. Bill discovers his passion for dog grooming.
1958: A standalone retail and boarding/grooming facility is built behind the Braxton home/shop, marking the beginning of Braxton’s expansion.
1965: Bill Braxton assumes full control of the retail, grooming, and boarding businesses, continuing the family legacy.
1976: Additional space is added to the 1958 retail shop, doubling its size to better serve our growing customer base.
1960s - 1990s: Bill and Theresa Braxton’s eight children contribute to the family business, instilling strong values and a commitment to excellence.
1996: The next generation takes the helm as Dave, Jennifer, and John Braxton assume ownership, ensuring the family tradition continues.

December 1999: The new barn building opens, fulfilling Bill’s long-held dream of expanding the business in a significant way.

Visit Us

We invite you to visit our store and experience Braxton's difference. Whether you need expert advice, top-notch products, or just a friendly chat about your pets, we’re here for you. Thank you for making Braxton’s Animal Works a part of your family’s tradition.

What Our Customers Say

Don't just take our word for it - see why pet parents in Wayne, Devon, Berwyn, Paoli, Malvern, Newtown Square, King of Prussia, Villanova, Bryn Mawr/Rosemont, Gladwyne, Narberth, Haverford, Ardmore, Wynnewood, and more choose us for their pet food & supply needs!

Caleb DeJesus

2024-09-26

Braxton‘s Animal works is a cute little pet shop with a great selection of offerings for all your pet needs. It’s a convenient blessing to have Braxtons here in Wayne. I’ve been patronizing this store for several years now and I am pleased by the way they support local pet owners here on the Main Line. That said, I do think that the prices here tend to be a little bit high. I know that they are located on the Main Line, but it’s disappointing when I see the same items for less at other similar shops. Overall, Braxtons is awesome and my dog loves going in with me!

Margaret R.

2024-08-25

I have been going to Braxton’s for three years now and it is my go-to for the best advice on products for my cat and for the highest quality nutritious cat food and supplements, like salmon oil and goat’s milk. What they don’t have, they can order quickly, and they are always helpful!

Deborah Schmidt

2024-07-12

Love going to Braxtons. Everyone is so helpful. Bella was a challenge for nail clipping today, but she was shown such patience and caring.

Morgan Maxson

2024-07-03

Braxton's and all of the staff are phenomenal! Braxton's has the best selection of natural, organic, and minimally processed food and treats for your fur babies. Upon stepping into the store, I was joyfully greeted and asked if I needed any assistance. I did not at the time, and rather took my time to explore the store. From the high-quality leashes and harnesses to the organic dog treats, I was sold! They had tons of toys for dogs of all sizes, I appreciated the organization of the toys (i.e., for catch, for tug a war, comfort, etc). As my pup will be recovering from surgery and chemo/radiation, I was able to acquire some high value treats and Suzie's CBD oil to support his recovery. Thank you to the entire Braxton's team. We will certainly be returning again in the near future. P.S. They had a nice self-service dog wash in the back of the store. Although I have not used it yet, it looks like a proper setup with high-quality supplies.

Michael Dinatale

2024-06-08

Great little spot to wash your dog and get them a treat afterwards. They come with aprons and dog shampoo and towels

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