Goldpet arrived in Faro in mid-March and brought with it much more than a new store dedicated to pets. The brand, founded by Cristóvão Francisco, was born in the center of the country and has grown steadily to become a national reference in the pet sector, currently with 14 physical stores, an online store with more than 30 thousand products and several specialized services.
Goldpet’s story began simply, but was deeply linked to her passion for animals. It all had its origins in the breeding of Golden Retriever dogs, an experience that led Cristóvão Francisco to constantly seek high-quality products for his own animals. Over time, clients began to ask him for advice, recommendations and suggestions, in a dynamic of closeness and trust that would end up giving rise to the business.
“Anyone who walks into a pet store is looking for advice, trust and someone who truly understands their pet’s needs.”
The project began in Caldelas, in the municipality of Leiria, initially with door-to-door food sales. As orders increased and customers increasingly sought solutions for their pets, the opportunity arose to create the first Goldpet store. Since then, the brand has never lost what it considers its essence: close relationships with customers and personalized monitoring of each animal.
Today, Goldpet presents itself as a true “ecosystem” dedicated to animal welfare. In stores you can find food, accessories, toys, health and hygiene products for dogs, cats, birds, rodents, fish, reptiles and even farm animals. The offer also includes specialized services such as the Gold Pet Spa, the Goldvet veterinary clinic and the Encosta dos Carvalhos dog lodge.
At the Faro unit, one of the highlights is precisely the Gold Pet Spa, a service that has seen growing demand.
The space offers baths, grooming, nail cutting, ear cleaning and other hygiene care, carried out by professionals specialized in grooming. The focus is on providing comfort, well-being and individualized support for each animal.
“Each animal is unique and deserves care tailored to its needs”
More than selling products, Goldpet believes in creating lasting relationships with owners and their animals. The team monitors the growth of animals over the years and seeks to adapt recommendations to the specific needs of each stage of life, whether it is a puppy, an elderly animal or an animal with food sensitivities.
Another aspect that the brand is keen to highlight is its social aspect. Goldpet maintains close links with the community and animal welfare associations, regularly participating in solidarity initiatives and supporting causes linked to animal protection.
Supporting entities that work daily to rescue and recover abandoned animals is part of the company’s identity, which considers it essential to take an active and responsible role in society.
“More than a pet shop, Goldpet seeks to be a space of proximity between animals, owners and the community”
In terms of product selection, the main concern is quality. The brand seeks to work with suppliers and manufacturers that guarantee high production standards, frequently visiting factories and monitoring the manufacturing processes of the products that reach the shelves.
According to Cristóvão Francisco, there is currently a growing trend on the part of breeders and animal owners towards preventive health, as well as a greater concern with allergies, food intolerances, natural food and sustainability.
This market evolution has led Goldpet to continually adapt its offer and seek solutions that are increasingly tailored to the needs of animals and their owners.
“Goldpet’s ambition is to grow without losing what has always defined the brand: proximity, trust and genuine passion for animals”
Arriving in the Algarve arose precisely from this perception of growing demand for a more specialized and closer service. Faro was chosen due to the city’s dynamics, the strong connection between families and their pets and the region’s growth potential.
For Goldpet, this opening represents not only expansion to the south, but also the opportunity to create new connections with the Algarve community, including residents and visitors to a region heavily marked by tourism.
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Address: Rua Monsenhor Henrique Ferreira da Silva, nº 7 A – Faro (next to Pingo Doce)
Contact: 289 804 025
Opening hours:
Weekdays 10:00 – 14:00 and 15:00 – 20:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 14:00 and 15:00 – 19:00
Domingo – Closed
