An independent pet shop is closing down after 27 years of trading.
In2Pets in Corn Street in Witney has been owned and run by two generations of the same family,
The pet, reptile and aquatic shop opened in September 1997 "with Russell rabbit and Gerty guinea pig" attending the event.
In a social media post announcing a closing down sale, the owners said: "Final two weeks! Yes it's really happening. Your local family-owned and run In2pets on Corn Street Witney are closing after 27 years in the town."
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Dozens of messages poured in from long-time customers with many saying it was "very sad" and "a bit of Witney history having been a pet shop in Corn Street for a long, long time".
One said: "Anyone remember the leaning dog who used to greet customers?"
Another added: "Such a shame - their prices were kept as low as they could offer."
Pet store chain Just for Pets opened a new store at the Woolgate Centre in Witney in 2022.
In2Pets was contacted.
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