This is by far the best reptile shop in LA. She doesn't do it for the money, she does it for the animals. I got all 4 of my reptiles from here, as well as regularly going back for my supplies. Let me tell you why this is a shop that truly cares. Firstly, the owner has years of with all different types of species. She also co owns a company that brings animals and animal education to schools and events. She gives back to the community, not only by taking in reptiles that can no longer be taken care of, but also offering children a place for volunteer and learn about different species and how to interact with them. There is only one other reptile shop in the near by area and they are profit based and rude. Often over stocking babies and younger reptiles, instead of helping displaced reptiles find a home and restocking only when appropriate cage sizes have vacancies. I have no idea why anyone would rate this shop lower than 5/5. I've been a loyal patron for a few years now, and truly couldn't have found my perfect babies without Riley and her team. My cornsnake was abandoned at Riley's door and was scales and bones. She took him in, helped him regain his weight, until I found him, took over his treatment and brought him to his forever home. This is the kind of person she is and business she runs. read more

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Great place! Hidden gem of the valley for reptiles. If you're a first time owner, Riley is very helpful. She'll answer critical questions and educate new things! They sell all types of product. Hides, lighting, food for your reptiles. read more

Kiddos are turning 10 and 13 this month and we've decided it was time for them to get their own pet as they've requested one year after year. After doing some research, we decide to go in to this shop and we're glad we did. Of course we were only goin to "check it out" and maybe start gathering habitat needs.... But in her truest form, my wife fell in love with the beardy and tortoise my kids were after so home we went - with new pets. Riley was awesome in suggesting another store to purchase certain items, one because she didn't have it in stock and another because she thought we'd save some money. Gotta love it! We're only on day four of being reptile owners, but so far so good. We left feeling prepared and confident. Thanks guys! We'll be back for the worms and crickets regularly read more

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Favorite reptile shop of all time! Knowledgeable staff with a high level of care. Great crested, geckos and turtles and snakes and frogs.

We use The Painted Reptile quite often. They are very personable, kind, and reasonable always. They have always been available to drop our tortoise off at the last minute when we've needed. We trust them implicitly. Very happy customers here! :) read more

top tier help! absolutely recommend this place. one of the best reptile shops in the valley

Always excellent service. Very cool store. I've been doing business with them for over 10 years. They also have a boarding service. I highly recommended Painted Reptile. read more

this place sucks!!! they don't take care of their animals... it's so sad:( I went in to the store so excited and came out absolutely disgusted and not only by the service but the quality in which the animals for kept. how horrible of a place this. DO NOT GO!!! read more

Everyone is always so helpful here. We moved to the area over a year ago and we were searching for an independent reptile/pet store we could trust. This is the only place we go to now. read more

I've always enjoyed pet stores with an emphasis on reptiles (and amphibians). I was surprised it took me so long to discover this place! They have a good selection of reptiles. And most importantly, they have reptile food such as crickets and mealworms. I'll be back when my leopard geckos get hungry! read more

Amazing place i never owned a snake before but i got walked through in how to exactly take care of one the best i can ! read more

Painted Reptile - Reptile Shops Near Me - Tarzana, California

I picked up a container of isopods and springtails to put in my crested gecko tank, but when I added them to the enclosure I only saw 2 or 3 isopods and no springtails. After about 3 weeks I brought the container back and couldn't find my receipt, but the staff was helpful and replaced it for free and even looked through each container with me to make sure I got a good one read more

Great for feeders, supplies, habitats and advice - also wonderful skink sitters. Worth the drive from Burbank!! read more

Painted Reptile - Helpful staff - Reptile Shops Near Me - Tarzana, California

I absolutely love the close relationship that you get by shopping in a family business. Jeffrey and Riley are amazing. My grandson loves the critter squad. It's always welcoming, great selection, service, and prices. I won't shop anywhere else. read more

I love this place so much! They are very professional, educated, and kind. Lots of patience and understanding... truly feels like such a welcoming environment and all the staff make you feel at home... thank you so much for your kindness and the care you show to all of your animals. When you go to other pet stores, especially when buying mice for snakes... it's such a sad feeling and overall disappointing seeing what conditions those animals are kept in. But painted reptile cares for ALL their animals. Never seen a reptile store this well kept. Thank you seriously. Happy snake happy snake mom lol! read more

If I could leave 0 stars I would, attempted to buy a Boa from them and paid for the snake before picking it up, when the time came to pick it up my living situation got changed around and I came in and explained I wouldn't be able to properly care for it and they told me they couldn't refund me right then and there because "they didn't have enough money in the store" but took my number stating they would call me when they had my money. It's now been 2 almost 3 weeks I've tried to call multiple times and yet to have got an answer or any kind of response. Tried to call again today just to realize they've blocked my number. Very Unprofessional very bad business. Basically robbed me for being a decent human and knowing I couldn't properly care for the animal and communicating that with them. read more

Super friendly and knowledgeable! As all the supplies are needed to ensure a happy, healthy reptile or amphibian.

We bought 2 beautiful ball pythons at different times and we couldn't be happier with them. The service we receive from this little shop is always wonderful and friendly. We absolutely adore this place, and our kids always excited to visit the store every week, when we go to buy rats for our snakes. Thank you for being so awesome. read more

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This is absolutely the worst Facility to purchase any Reptile. The owner, Geoffrey M. is a Scam artist as well as his employees, that exhibits zero intelligence, none disclosure (s) of their so called purchase policies to customers, and the lack of understanding to their consumers concerns. Approximate 3 1/2 months ago my wife and I visited Painted Reptile, and asked their employee if they had any Bearded Dragons, for there were none on their show room. The employee said YES! He went upstairs and brought down a Male and Female Bearded Dragon. We asked the employee was there a history of medical problems with them. His answer was NO! So my wife and I made the purchase, along with over $400 in accessories to insure they have a great living environment. We take great pride in the care of our Reptiles, which includes Scorpions and Tarantulas for over 12 years. The first Bearded Dragon we purchased, surprisingly died within the first 30 days, due to the inherited mite infestation. The second one died just 2 days ago on June 1st, 2023 from being blind. The cause of both deaths' were from inherited mite infestation around their eyes, which caused blindness, unable to see their food, and the mites can only be seen through a Magnifying Glass. This was verified from our Veterinarian. When we spoke with Geoffrey M. the Owner of Painted Reptile, who stated he was in business for over 2 decades, was very arrogant, conceited, rude, opinionated, an outrageous attitude, and exhibited no concern about what took place. He offered no solution and became very argumentative. His inconsiderate, his attitude was unacceptable, unprofessional, and this was no way to treat anyone, especially paying customers. In conclusion! If Yelp had a Zero Rating, then Painted Reptile would truly deserve it. I'm sure there will be substantially more negative reviews posted about this business, which the owner, Geoffrey M. takes in sick reptiles, they die quickly, just to sell them for profit with zero resolution. I ask that all readers to please adhere to this honest and "Integral Review". DO NOT, conduct business with Painted Reptile. Rest assure, you will definitely regret it! read more

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I'm giving this place 3 stars until I'm able to find them to change my mind otherwise. Trying to find this place was the most frustrating thing ever and all the "reserved" parking lot makes it impossible to park. On maps it has their unit listed as 301, their website has 301, yelp has it listed as 215. Well I went to unit 301 and there was the entrance door then your stuck in a little entrance hallway/room, with name of another organization that supports reptiles, with no assistance. The second door says "employees only." I tried to knock and no answer. I tried opening the second door and it was locked. I tried their ring camera and it was dead. I could hear people inside talking. I was so excited to visit and it turned out to be the most confusing and mind blowing experience ever. I would still love to visit and change the rating if someone can help me find this place. Hi Geoffrey. Thank you for the response. I updated photos with the unit discrepancy. I went to unit 301 since that is what I saw listed on maps and your website. It wasn't until after I left that I saw yelp has unit 215 listed. My intention was to go buy feeders for my reptile so unit 215 was definitely where I should have gone. I will definitely check out the place and change my rating once I do so. Thank you for your time and willingness to listen to my frustrations. read more

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i was boarding my two white's tree frogs here starting 8/17 and on monday 8/21 they called to tell me that they had accidentally sold them. they're saying now they think that they were stolen. communication has been terrible so i'm really not sure what's going on. i just want my babies back. if you or anybody you know got a couple white's tree frogs between those days PLEASE let me know, i've had them for years and i'm devastated. happy to take this review down if/when they're returned to me but for now please keep this in mind!! read more

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They have everything related to reptiles. They are knowledgeable and they care about the animals.

What a great place and people that work there thanks for being so patient . went in for a snake

The staff here are knowledgeable and so friendly! Highly recommend this place to come to for feeders if you have reptiles!

I can't thank this company enough. I had 3 bearded dragons that I bought from petco/PetSmart. All of them seemed to be very healthy and we had the tank all set up. Unfortunately all of them died with in weeks. Devastating to my poor kids. Fortunately I found painted reptile. Silly name.... But hey. The guys I talked to knew his shit. Very informative, very helpful, and the guy knew his reptiles. I couldn't be happier. Sure I had to drive an hour xtra 20 mines. But I could t be happier with my experience. 10/10 would recommend thee guys know what they're doing. read more

Painted Reptile - Reptile Shops Near Me - Tarzana, California

I bought my first ball Python from here and she is the absolute best, the employees are personable and know their husbandry. I still get my feeder rats from here! Prices are definitely decent compared to other places. one time I brought my new snake bc i had left over rats from my other snake that felt too big for my baby and the employees were so helpful in the correct sizing.im moderately experienced but one can never be too careful lol! Another time I brought my mom and she was so fascinated and the employees were educating my mom with different facts of the animals she was looking at so that was a funny and pleasant experience to have with them. read more

I have 7 turtles but one of them (my western painter) stopped eating the food that I've been giving it. I told the gentleman behind the counter and he recommended mealworms and we'll let's just say little Pupusa has a full belly tonight. Not sure why he stopped eating repto sticks and gold fish but I'm just happy the little guy is eating. Thanks again for your help and recommendation. read more

Painted Reptile - Western painted turtle (far left) finally eating! - Reptile Shops Near Me - Tarzana, California

Love love this place the staff always so helpful and they always have the cute red macaw hanging out.. they have everything you need for reptile pets. read more

I have had an excellent experience with Painted Reptile. Everyone has been exceptionally helpful. I have called multiple times since taking home Elliot (my bearded dragon) with questions. Each time I received nothing but helpful expertise. Also when purchasing, they gave me the complete rundown on beardie care. Super happy with my decision to buy my beardie from Painted Reptile. read more

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Great customer service! They took in my snake that was constipated and cleaned him out for free and gave him a dose of antibiotics FOR FREE. That would have costed me a couple hundred bucks and to wait couple days. THEN!! I decided to move and was wanting to give said snake a new home to be loved. They took him in for free no questions asked and put him in an educational program for kids. This made me feel a lot better about giving my 20 year old childhood pet away. Thank you! If i ever get a new reptile/amphibian in the future, I will go to you guys first read more

The best store ever! I should have wrote this review a looooong time ago! Three years ago I got a leopard gecko from here. He is healthy and doing very well! Now he is a big, fat, happy gecko. I remember that the employees were very helpful. read more

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Very knowledgeable and helpful! I called inquiring about my Russian Tortoise . Jackson was tremendously helpful and considerate. I highly recommend "The Painted Reptile". read more

Pretty cool Shop! It's unique, the guy who worked there was very friendly and helpful I recommend this reptile shop to everyone That is looking for one to shop out there read more

Painted Reptile - Reptile Shops Near Me - Tarzana, California

We arrived right as the store opened to purchase our first ever snake: a ball python. Geoffrey was incredibly helpful, taking 2 1/2 hrs in all to help us find the right snake and set up. He was extremely knowledgeable and practical, not trying to up-sell us, being very realistic about what we needed. His staff were very helpful on the phone as well, and I'm confident we can call or visit for help if we need it. All of the animals seemed healthy and happy, all were housed separately. Our new noodle is happily exploring his new home, and we're thrilled. The store is a little tucked away in an industrial park, so note the suite number before you go. read more

Painted Reptile - Reptile Shops Near Me - Tarzana, California

I can't say enough wonderful things about, Painted Reptile: The staff is: Amazing, helpful,knowledgeable, personable, calm they all have an impeccable energy and great vibe. They are affordable and their establishment is clean. The animals are kept well and look healthy and happy! I buy my frozen rats/mice there and the staff will even request a picture of your animal to ensure you're feeding it the proper size rodent. Thank you Painted Reptile for taking pride in everything you do. Melody Madison- Valdez read more

I purchased a ball python from them and he has severe mites. Don't recommend unless you want to buy a mite infested animal. (Also called to tell them they sold me a snake with mites they did not give a shit) read more

Employees are nice, prices are fair. Everything I've gotten here has been healthy. One of the better exotic stores in the area

Once again these guys have gone above and beyond to find another perfect fit for our family. One of the many helpful people here spent well over an hour talking through the list- and I'm not kidding he had a whole list- of animals my son wanted to learn about to maybe get as a pet. He asked us questions to help understand what would fit best for my little guy and he could not be happier with our new baby ball python! Thanks for the amazing service as always! read more

Painted Reptile - My son with his newest best buddy, Ramen Noodle Snek! - Reptile Shops Near Me - Tarzana, California

Awesome store with an awesome staff. Best reptile store in the area for sure. 10/10!!

the quality of the service and products are great and they even cut bearded dragon nails!