Beast Pets is a small shop with a huge heart. While they…read morespecialize in invertebrates and arachnids, there's no better place in San Diego for feeders, husbandry advice, and genuine customer care. Sean runs the show, and he's the real deal. When I showed up with a hatchling chameleon I had purchased elsewhere, I quickly realized I wasn't prepared to care for it properly. Sean took time out of his day to educate me, answer my questions, and even continued helping me through text messages afterward. That kind of service is rare. What's even more impressive is that I live around the corner from what's considered San Diego's premier reptile shop, yet I willingly drive 20 minutes to Beast Pets, passing plenty of other pet stores along the way. They're simply that good. Their feeder selection is outstanding and consistently healthy. They regularly stock: Hydei and melanogaster fruit flies Field crickets Soldier fly larvae Red runner roaches Dubia roaches And much more Need isopods? They've got those too. The service doesn't stop when you leave the store. When I travel, Beast Pets babysits my animals. I once left my frogs in their care for two weeks while I was on vacation, and when I came back they had practically doubled in size under Sean's care. This is what a real pet shop looks like. During the cork bark shortage caused by supply chain issues, Beast Pets somehow stayed stocked while everyone else seemed to be sold out. It's just another example of how they consistently go above and beyond. I could keep going, but at this point you'll probably think I'm on the payroll. I'm not. I'm just a customer who appreciates an amazing shop run by people who genuinely care about animals and the hobby. If you're into reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, invertebrates, or simply want trustworthy advice from people who know their stuff, Beast Pets is absolutely worth the trip.

I was really disappointed with our experience at this store. My son had been looking forward to…read morevisiting for a long time, so it was upsetting to see him leave feeling disappointed because of how one employee treated us. Instead of taking the time to educate us about the beetles and explain their specific care requirements, the employee immediately assumed that we would end up killing them simply because we didn't have the proper enclosure. There is a big difference between educating customers and making them feel judged. We were there to learn, ask questions, and understand what the beetles needed, not to be criticized or made to feel unwelcome. Good customer service means being patient, respectful, and willing to help customers who are genuinely interested in learning. Unfortunately, this employee did the opposite. His rude and condescending attitude completely ruined what was supposed to be an exciting experience for my son. It's disappointing when a business loses potential customers simply because an employee cannot communicate respectfully. Very poor customer service. I would not recommend this store based on our experience, and we will not be returning.

I go to this store a lot I love all the different fish and love coming here the best service the…read morepeople that run the store a the coolest people ever take great care of their fish unlike other big brands like Petco

The Best Store for planted tanks and critters. We bought from here our Anubias Plants, 3 kuhli…read moreloaches, black mollies, 4 corydoras, 1 Dwarf Gourami and 8 Blonde African Dwarf Frogs. And they all get along. True story. It's really relaxing having our 20 Gallon aquarium and a bit of nature with us. Very cool. Highly recommend.

The owner clearly loves his craft. Staff is super helpful, loads of healthy fish to choose from,…read morestore has a cool wood inspired aesthetic.

They definitely made it right--unbeknownst to them…read more I had bought dry goods and ended up changing my mind about them. They informed me of their exchange/store credit policy: 5 days. This unfortunately isn't a very generous window. To my dismay I was on day 6 so they said they couldn't. I explained that I live about 30min away and am off work around 630/7 so it's VERY difficult to make it down within the 5d period. After explaining this they said they could make an exception. The one downside is their driftwood pricing. They do have sims decent selection; however there's no set pricing guidelines. Other LFS stores use color-coded zip ties to denote price; here they don't. Online it says they sell based on weight; however the times I've bought pieces they've never weighed it: it seems like they just come up with a number and that's what you pay up. I guess another downside is they have a smaller selection (of goods in general) than other local LFS stores and they're a bit pricier.

Everyone that works here is just amazing. Super helpful and knowledgeable. Great selection and…read moreprices

If you're looking to buy food for your pet Kahoots is your place. Everyone here is friendly and…read morehelpful. I love that they have a variety of raw food, treats, goat milk, oils (salmon, etc) toys, bedding, leases and more. They even carry Dr Marty's raw food. They even have services for your fur babies Shots, teeth cleaning clinics, etc. I think the only thing they don't have here is grooming services . But I love Kahoots because they have brands that your traditional pet stores may not have, including a cold & freezer section. And because they honor our military they offer a 10% discount on your order. . If you haven't ever been inside, you should give it a try. It's a great place and pet friendly.

Great service and great prices. My filter in my pond was not working and needed work. I'm very…read morepleased with this company and my pond is on its way to looking clear again. Would recommend this place for sure!

Live Water Aquariums Transformed My San Diego Koi Pond - Absolutely Awesome Service!…read moreI can't say enough good things about Live Water Aquariums! They recently came out to my home in sunny San Diego for a full pond tune-up on my backyard koi setup, and wow--what a difference. The owner Mark himself showed up right on time, rolled up his sleeves, and dove right in (pun intended). He inspected everything from the filtration system to the water chemistry, cleared out some stubborn algae buildup, and even balanced the pH levels on the spot--our San Diego hard water can be tricky, but he nailed it without a hitch. My koi are swimming happier than ever, and the water is crystal clear, just like the Pacific on a good day. What's even better is that we signed up for their monthly maintenance plan on the spot. For a reasonable fee, they handle all the routine stuff--skimming debris, checking the pump and UV sterilizer, adding those beneficial bacteria to keep things eco-balanced, and monitoring ammonia/nitrite levels so I don't have to stress. No more weekend warrior sessions for me; I can just kick back in my backyard and enjoy the show. The guy is genuinely awesome--super knowledgeable, friendly, and treats your pond like it's his own. He shared tips on winterizing for our mild SoCal climate (like insulating the heater lines come December) and even recommended some hardy water lilies that thrive here. If you're in the San Diego area and need pro help for your pond or aquarium, Live Water Aquariums is the real deal. They've got my lifelong business. 10/10, would recommend to every fish-loving neighbor!

Family operation, I like that a lot!! Job took less than 2 hours i provided everything, fountain,…read moreplatform, sand, shims, pump. Only thing i did not have was 2 feet of clear fountain hose. The Painful part was the cost $475.00 that's over $225.00 per hour. It's not like it requires a skilled laborer

I have made numerous orders from Aquatic Arts. No company…read morepacks better or has better customer service. The fish are all healthy! I've ordered: Blue eyed Fork tail rainbow fish Gold Convicts Gold Ring Danios Opaline Gourami Lavender Gourami Neon blue eyed Red Rainbow fish Cherry Barbs Gold Barbs Panda Corys Beckford Pencil fish var.red I would recommend them. I will reorder again as well

Kungfu Corals is dangerous. Not because of anything they do wrong, but because you log into an…read moreauction planning to buy one coral and somehow end up trying to explain your purchases to your spouse or mother. We road-tripped to San Diego to pick up our auction winnings and ended up hanging around so long I'm pretty sure John started wondering whether we were planning to move in. The entire crew was incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and patient, even while I repeatedly attempted to negotiate my way into owning several shrooms that were very clearly outside my budget. To their credit, they politely declined my brilliant proposals involving discounts, sympathy, and what I considered highly persuasive arguments. The coral selection is absolutely insane. Every time you think you've found your favorite piece, another one appears that you suddenly "can't live without." The auctions are an absolute blast and have become one of the highlights of the hobby. Great people, great deals, friendly competition, and enough excitement to keep everyone glued to the chat. Honestly, they're more fun than a frat party, and judging by the number of times "explain that one to your wife" comes up in the auction chat, I'm clearly not the only one making questionable financial decisions in pursuit of beautiful corals. Most importantly, the corals are stunning, healthy, and exactly as advertised. It's obvious these guys genuinely care about quality and about the reefing community they've built around their auctions. If you're looking for amazing corals and an equally amazing group of people, Kungfu Corals is absolutely worth checking out. Just don't blame me when you find yourself trying to justify another mushroom coral purchase to your family after swearing the last one was your final coral of the year.

Great experience at KFC! Walked in for the first time and treated me like family, I'm new to the…read moresalt game but they took their time to educate me and help me understand what I needed to do to my tank to make a killer reef tank, great customer service and get on their auctions for the killer deals! Got a nem, torch, gobi and some zoas so far can't wait to build my garden!

We plan to buy more Ranchu !…read more We bought a calico Ranchu, and to our surprise, he arrived healthy and full of energy after spending nearly 48 hours in UPS transit during the 95-100°F Texas heat. We were a little worried about the long journey and extreme temperatures, but he adapted immediately and has been active, beautiful, and incredibly cute from the moment he arrived. To be honest, we were also hesitant at first because of some of the negative Google and Yelp reviews. As first-time Ranchu owners, we spent a lot of time researching breeders, but there aren't many reputable Ranchu breeders in the U.S. for this exotic goldfish. In the end, we decided to take a chance and see how this little guy would turn out despite the mixed reviews. We couldn't be happier with our decision. The fish exceeded our expectations in every way. This experience really proved the quality of this breeder. Their Ranchu are healthy, well-bred, and able to handle even a challenging shipment in the Texas summer. We are extremely satisfied and definitely plan to buy more Ranchu from them in the future. Thank you for bringing such a wonderful little fish into our home!

The 2 stars are solely because they had what I was looking for, otherwise it would be 1 star…read more I went looking for a fish with certain traits, which they had a several variations of. When I found one that I liked I asked the guy helping me out the price; he gave me a number. When I looked it up online using their code it was off: he gave me a number $15 more than their website. Had I not checked I would've overpaid. Not to mention (I found this out after I'd left) they had a 10% discount until 7/7-my purchase was made before that date; however they made no mention of this. The conditions in which the fish are kept is less than ideal. There's numerous dead fish; some of the betta's are in small jugs with another dead betta. They weren't the only fish with dead companions but it was harder to photograph the ones in bigger tanks without being seen. Definitely wouldn't recommend going there if you're looking for something that was raised in good conditions.

Attention to detail and meticulous in maintaining asthetically pleasing aquatic features.read more

Your new technician is a wizard at building and maintaining large scale aquariums. He has done work…read morefor me and you can expect the best from him as you do with your current team.

I am SO happy with my new tank! I was ready to swap out a 20 year-old fish tank and had a vision of…read morean Amazon River planted tank. I reached out to Daniel, he was very responsive, and I sent photos of my inspiration, and described the type of tank I wanted, the size, along with my budget. Daniel kindly let me know that what I was asking for was not going to be within my budget , and I was ready to throw in the towel. A few days later, Daniel reached out and let me know he was able to come up with a solution that would fit my budget! Everything came together quickly, and I could not be more pleased . The follow up has been amazing as well, I highly recommend Authentic Aquariums!

I can't say enough good things about this company. I was dealing with a leak in my reef tank and…read morereached out expecting I'd need a service call, but instead Daniel took the time to walk me through multiple options over the phone and through messages. He was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely wanted to help me solve the problem . As someone who's fairly hands-on with my reef tank, that meant a lot. Even though they didn't come out, they absolutely earned my trust and future business. Highly recommend them to anyone in the reefing hobby.