The Shanghai Pet Market, at No. 5 Caodongsan Road, near Caoxi Park in Xuhui District (phone: 6482-0158), is the best choice if you're not looking to overspend, as it offers dogs, cats and birds at a lower price. It's one of the cleanest, but still a typical Chinese market, so be sure to trust only your own eyes and judgment. Some shop keepers won't hesitate to try and cheat you with a sickly pet, always reassuring you that "this is a special pure breed." Don't believe them, and do some research to find out what a fair price is for the pet you're looking for. If you think it's too high, better start unpacking your best bargaining skills.