US-based speciality retailer PetSmart has opened stores in North Carolina, Florida and Texas.

The new stores offer a broad range of pet food and a comprehensive line of pet products.

They also offer useful services such as pet training and adoption services, as well as a full-service grooming salon where dogs and cats can receive practical care from academy-trained, safety-certified stylists.

"On the opening ceremony, the company gave away a mystery gift card to the first 50 shoppers."

On the opening ceremony, the company gave away a mystery gift card to the first 50 shoppers. They also received free giveaways such as t-shirts, pet treat samples, pet toys and discount coupons.

PetSmart has also announced the re-opening of its store at Denham Springs, Louisiana, following a renovation after the store was affected by flooding in August.

The retailer employs approximately 55,000 associates and operates approximately 1,500 pet stores in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico.

It also has 204 in-store PetSmart PetsHotel dog and cat boarding facilities.