I would love to start off by thanking Chris and Miki for always helping me out and being so knowledgeable. I am a newer salt water aquarist and my tank would not be where it is today without them. They remember whats in my tank and always ask how the fish are. They always greet me right away and thank me as I leave, even if I just came it to see the stock. Awesome customer service! I have been to pretty much all of the other salt water fish stores in San Diego. No one compares to the cleanliness, selection and, most importantly, health of the live stock that Vets-Pets has to offer. Chris always gives me tips and behavioral expectations on each fish. Shows me what they are currently feeding on before I take anything home. Miki showed me the Dwarf Lion and what the lion prefers to eat and how to feed him. If you are looking for reasonable prices for the best quality you can get in San Diego, this is the place. I will always and only ever go to Vets-Pets for my reptile and fresh/salt water needs. Seriously the best and friendliest experience I have ever had at a pet store. I have always heard great things on the forums about them and I am glad to have such a great experience. Thank you so much Chris and Miki, my father and I really appreciate all that you do and we will always be loyal customers. I am having so much fun I plan to add a small reef tank, so we will be seeing you very soon! -Ricko read more

I love this store! Great selection of healthy fish and reptiles. Tanks and aquariums are always clean. The owner Chris is very knowledgeable and Friendly. Highly recommended read more

I have started to drive out of my way to come here for my saltwater tank fish and supplies. I feel like the owner is very fair and helpful. This can be an expensive hobby and dealing with a company that helps you through the process is critical. I have had different service experiences at other saltwater aquarium businesses in San Diego. read more

Great customer service and fully stocked store... not only for fishes but also for reptiles...

Love this place! We stop in once a week for reptile food. Has a lil bit of everything for aquariums and reptiles. Friendly staff, and will special order anything you need. Forget the big chain stores come here for the service. read more

Awesome pet store with great staff. They have a fantastic selection of fish, but just a mediocre selection of reptiles, which is why I stopped at four stars. They only have four or five employees that I've met, and all of them seem genuinely happy to be helping you, they are all very, very knowledgeable about their animals, every single one of them is a pet owner themselves and they are all passionate about their jobs. The prices are good as well, but honestly, how important are prices compared to awesome service? :) read more

The Male manager there told me that if I bought a certain type of fish they would get along with he fish i already have in my tank , and he also said i would definitely get my money back if things didn't work out. welp things DIDN'T WORK OUT and I never got my money back. 30$ down the drain never coming here again . horrible service . read more

I used to buy mice here every week and volunteered at the attached vet office (formerly ABC vets) - the guys are very knowledgeable when it comes to reptiles...I can not vouch for their fish, as I am not a fish owner, but I do know they have a nice selection of both salt and fresh water fish. I CAN say that this is the best reptile store in East County San Diego and I highly recommend it. read more

This Guy Knows His Fish!! I call him the fish whisperer! healthy, friendly Salt water fish every time I bring them home! Iv never had a problem! Ever! read more

Great local independent store with very friendly staff. Service was excellent and very helpful. Because it's quite a small place it's good to call and ask if they carry whatever you're looking for, most of the time they'll order what you want if they don't have it. Which is probably why I notice different stuff every time i go in there (both supplies and livestock). Also a great place to donate any unwanted freshwater / saltwater fish / reptile or to thin out an overcrowded aquarium. will be coming here more often read more

Awesome store. Small but a wide selection and great prices. I have found a new favorite store for saltwater fish

This is my go to place for rats, mice, and information. When I get stuck, need an answer, the staff here are very informative and helpful. Reptiles, fish, rodents, they know their stuff. read more

This is the best place to buy salt water fish in san diego. The staff are knowledgeable, prices are one of the best, and the fish are healthy. You can ask about a specific fish and they'll let you know if its eating right or not, ie mandargin dragonet or copperband butterfly. read more

Very friendly staff! Great to find a store that sells "real wood" fish tank stands. We had been searching all weekend and happy to stumble to this place. The staff was so friendly and so knowledgeable. Highly recommend and we will return! read more

AWESOME DEALS! Cruised over from Ocean Beach just to get a steal, they have tons of hidden gems! Their saltwater corals And invertebrates are excellently priced and will definitely come again! Small store most would definitely pass by without a second thought, but the workers are super and their livestock is top notch. Overall 5 star. read more

Great store for all your aquarium needs! Chris is SO helpful and willing to share all his knowledge and expertise. He's not just trying to sell you things to sell and make money, but he is genuinely concerned for you to have an awesome experience with your aquariums. He told NOT to buy more fish until our tank was cycled first, and even to wait several weeks before buying anything else. This spoke a lot to me and my wife. His advice has helped us maintain a beautiful salt water tank. Thanks Chris, we wish you much success! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Vets Pets. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable, patient for those of us who aren't, and very friendly. I absolutely love coming in here and I suggest you do give them a visit. They deserve your business! read more

Very pleased experiences! I enjoy how friendly they are and they know their animals very well :) Very patient showing me their animals and giving me knowledge about them. I will definitely go back this awesome rocking pet store! read more

This is the only place i shop at for aquarium supplies. They will special order any fish or products for you any know just about everything there is to know about. Sick fish? no problem, because they have the solution. Even for a small store their prices are competitive and usually even beat petco and petsmart. They have my lifelong business. read more

These guys are great. I get everything for my fish here. Great prices as well. They really know about fish

I really love this place, whenever I walk into the store, I'm always greeted by the great employees of this awesome store. Definitely recommend! :) read more

BEST FISH STORE IN SAN DIEGO/EL CAJON!!!! I have 5 salt water fish tanks and I will not buy from any where but Chris at Vets Pets. They are amazing from their fish selection and fish's health to how helpful and friendly the employees are. I live about 30 mins away but the drive is worth it! Recommended for any fish fanatics :) read more

Best place for fish ever!!! I am so happy that I found this place. Healthy fish, super great customer service. They are truly fish whisper, took a look at my fish and told me what problem with my fish. Price is very good compare to other place. I found my beloved driftwood for my 100gal tank, most nature beauty I ever seen. Will definitely come back again and again read more

Great place to buy fish and corals. Chris really knows his stuff and really cares about the animals. He doesn't sell fish he thinks are sick and always gives great advice to cafe for the animals. Great prices too. read more

Very Friendly and Knowledgeable Staff. The service and sincere concern for my pet snake will keep me coming back. I am so pleased with my discovery of Vets Pets as it is close to my house. Great Central Location! They were referred to me by Pet Smart and a couple other local pet stores due to their expertise and knowledge base of fish and reptiles (specifically large snake care for me). I heard so much trust from other stores that I visited and my expectations were beyond met =) I walked away with Peace of mind and learned a few things about my Red Tail Boa. Thank you Ashley! read more

I started coming to this place when I began my fresh water tank. After about 7 months of considering them my lfs, I have now jumped into salt water. For some it may seem overwhelming or extremely difficult if you have little experience. But, I purchased everything (saltwater owners know that investment) from Vets and they couldn't of been more helpful. I feel confident that my tank will flourish knowing I can ask a ton of questions and receive quality answers. Some places make you feel like an "outsider" when crusing around their stores...not this place. Very helpful, very good pricing, very cool staff and seems the normal customers are just as cool. This is the definition of a local fish store. Thanks for all the help guys! read more

Should have left this review a long time ago, Chris and his staff of people are phenomenal. always taking good care of me , always taking care of my issues or problems, or needs. Always helpful and professional. Couldn't ask for a better shop. read more

This place totally rocks! Had a major problem, and they solved it in a matter of minutes! They're my go to fish store, now!

Best prices and quality around. Mike is very knowledgeable about all of the fish and corals and the service is great.

Great service. Knowledgeable, helpful, good prices and the healthiest saltwater fish in town. Always a good time when i shop there.

This is a great small local fish store. The staff are so nice and helpful! I was also STUNNED at the prices of their fish. I couldn't believe how great the price was when I ended up buying the fish I needed. The new location next door to VONS is also a big plus. I'm in this shopping center often so now it's much easier to stop by. read more

I always get good advice regarding tropical fishkeeping here, and on more than one occasion have been given advice that meant I didn't have to buy anything from their store-- that's one way to tell they are being honest and not just trying to make a buck! The store isn't huge, but they have a good selection and if they don't have the fish you want they can order it in and keep it under observation for you. I try to go here to even just buy fish food, because I'd much rather give them business than the big chain stores. read more

The staff here rocks! They are all super friendly as well as very helpful when it comes to caring for both reptiles & fish.

DO NOT COME HERE!!!!! I bought a turtle here and when I got to my house I saw it had puffy cotton feet and when I looked it up on the internet it said it had fungus and when I went to the vet they said it was about to get in it's blood stream. A week later I asked for my money back and they would not give it to me saying that it did not have fungus when I bought it. Plus everything there is overpriced. read more

Been here twice and both times the fish has been excellent. Chris the owner is very polite and helped to pick me out fish for my 20 gallon tank . First time I have been to a fish store were they actually take the time to give you advice . Thanks Chris ! read more

My fav pet store ever . They are not trader but they are animal lover. I really like their services when they help me with my pet also, the owner is so amazing she will lsten to you and give you the pet service ever .i really highly recommend that place if u are looking for taking care of ur pet in good hand than that will be the best petstore u can find in san diego. read more

I have been going to vets pets over the past 10 years. Chris the owner and Ashley have been great. It's nice to talk to people in the tropical fish business that knows what they are doing. The prices are good also. read more

Great store, Friendly people. Very helpful and have amazing fish and reptiles. Another happy customer. K

Vets pets is always my #1 choice of pet store, I couldn't be more happy with their service. My fish are always healthy and they have a great selection!! read more

Love this place...always lots of help and knowledge, great prices....soooo much better than those chain stores !!! Nice people !!