Appalachian Reptiles & Aquatics

Brooke Gerolimos

2024-04

Awesome selection of fish and unlike other stores they actually carried what I needed to set up my tank and to match there habitat as close as possible. This is a more reputable place if you’re looking to buy fish I will definitely be back to buy more of these guys when I upgrade my tank size!

Jone Fa .

2024-04

Absolutely love Appalachian Reptiles & Aquatics ! Not only did I find the perfect pet, a small Ball Python, but the store itself is fantastic. The staff was so knowledgeable and helpful in choosing the right pet for me. My Ball Python is the chillest animal, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. This store truly has the best pets and service! "If you want to meet my awesome pet, come visit him at Tobacco Hut Hagerstown 2! He's a small Ball Python, and he loves to meet new people."

Faith Ebersole

2024-03

Rainy day fun... Went to go look at some scales from land 🦎 🐢and sea 🐠🐟.Not only was it fun to look around, the staff were so friendly, they even gave my baby a free toy 😁 I highly recommend a visit here if you are in the market for a new friend 🐍, or even just to be entertained😅

JJ CBMD

2023-05

Visit here to buy fish, fish supplies and food. We are so glad to learn more since we don't know much about fish, Brooks explained to us what we need and it was very helpful. Thanks to Brooks and Shaun. It was a pleasant experience. We will definitely visit again for adding more fish in our tank.

Lisa Hoeber

2024-03

Amazing store! A must visit if you’re looking for fresh or saltwater fish! They also have a great reptile section and don’t get me started on Manny (sp) the monitor lizard. You have to see him in person. I literally gasped when he came walking around the corner. 😃The customer service was fantastic. He was Extremely knowledgeable and had a truly kind disposition.

Nicksoccer07

2023-05

I recently purchased a pet fish from Appalachian Reptiles and Aquatics, and I have nothing but amazing things to say about my experience! From the moment I walked in, the staff was friendly and knowledgeable about all of their aquatic pets. They took the time to listen to what I was looking for and helped me choose the perfect fish for my home aquarium.The store itself was well-maintained and had a wide variety of fish and aquatic plants to choose from. They even had all the necessary equipment and accessories I needed to get started with my new pet. The staff walked me through all of the items I would need and made sure I had everything I needed to create a comfortable and healthy environment for my new fish.After bringing my fish home, I noticed how healthy and active it was, which was a testament to the great care and attention Appalachian Reptiles and Aquatics gives to their pets. They clearly prioritize the well-being of their animals and it shows in the quality of the pets they sell.Overall, I highly recommend Appalachian Reptiles and Aquatics to anyone looking for a new pet fish or aquatic plant. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and goes above and beyond to ensure their customers are happy with their purchases.

sara hovermale

2023-05

Best place to buy fish! All the fish I’ve bought from here are always healthy and beautiful! Awesome customer service, super helpful and knowledgeable employees, a great asset to the community of fish and reptile lovers in our are!

Brandy Bautista

2023-05

Very impressed with this local business! Recommended by a friend. Very nice selection of fish and accessories. I like that they don't seem to be overextending themselves to include huge varieties in animal species like big chain pet stores. It shows that they are knowledgeable in their specialties and care about animal welfare. We first visited after setting up a small aquarium intended for freshwater shrimp. I don't know the associate's name but he helped us figure out what to add and how to care for our selections. He was extremely knowledgeable about any area of fish/shrimp keeping that I asked. Fish health, acclimation, water quality, plant growth troubleshooting and filtration types. Also, patient throughout my questioning. I appreciated how he was realistic with his advice on companion fish/shrimp/snails and fish #'s in order to keep the balance in our aquarium. He didn't push for a sale just for the sake of making one. At one point our 3 year old was worried about a goldfish that swam into tubing. He humored her and followed her over to the tank and took care of it right away. Will return!

Adam Tolson

2024-01

TL;DR: Amazing shop. Ignore the clutter, it's worth it. //This is THE place to shop for aquatics and reptiles in the Hagerstown area. I haven't even looked at a PetSmart or a Petco since I found Appalachian.They take amazing care of their animals, and always have someone on staff who is truly knowledgeable about each animal you're considering. Their livestock is pretty impressive in terms of variation as well.If I had to dredge up complaints, the store is a bit cluttered, with some items left unpriced. This is in part because they simply stock more things than their space can handle. I would MUCH rather a shop like this, cluttered for us human visitors while giving each animal the space they need, as opposed to a wide open Petco torturing bettas in tiny cups.My second complaint, and I promise I won't spin this one as a positive too, is that some of the employees occasionally come across as a bit unprofessional. Not rude, just like they're not willing to do what needs to be done to help you. For example I asked for the price of a product and they said they didn't know, and just searched up a price online. Then, told me the owner would likely have charged less but he wasn't in today.So if the store is reading this for advice, y'all are doing amazing! Just get those products priced properly and make sure your employees all have the tools, training, and power to assist customers to the fullest extent.

Dr. Eeky is in

2023-06

This is a great little aquarium/reptile store. It’s privately owned and run by Josh. Other people that work there have been great and helpful. My now ex boyfriend bought an Oscar fish down there a little over a year ago and when we broke up I got stuck with it. I wanted to see if Josh would take it back (if not there was another pet store that would take it), so no pressure. He took it back no problem. It’s a very nice place, all his little creatures are so good looking! He has live plants and all kinds of coral. Salt and freshwater fish. Even some axolotls! They are very knowledgeable about what they sell as well! Right off Maugansville exit, if you’re down that way check them out!

Beth Decenzo

2023-07

A very good selection of fish to choose from. I was helped in choosing the most awesome fish to suit my aquarium. An Electric Blue Acara. He is gorgeous and healthy, totally mesmerizing! I will be back to get aquarium plants or anything I need for the fishes/aquariums. This is the best place! The owner and staff rock.Update: I have gone back to this great store several occasions for aquarium plants and just to go there. They have the most amazing assortment of fish , turtles and reptiles.The Electric Blue Acaro has tripled in size. He is such fun and loves to eat. I named him Eddie Acaro. I added more photos of him.

Linda Ritchie

2023-05

This is the only pet store I will buy fish at! They quarantine new arrivals. No business can guarantee a disease free fish, but they do check and medicate when sick ones arrive. I’ve bought angelfish that have thrived, one mated pair are over 12” tall and thriving!

Joshua Roberts

2022-05

I just love this place. The amount of different reptiles, amphibians, fish, etc and knowledge of employees are just great. I love bringing my daughters to see and appreciate the different animals. Their prices are honestly really good too which I wasn't really expecting being an online buyer kind of guy plus some pets and certain unique decor pieces need to bought it in person as I've learned the hard way!My only "recommendation" if you can call it that is better viewing of the reptiles and the ones in hides all the time having a small picture near the cage would be cool. If you ever started private reptile shows/kids birthdays I know of several people interested in that if it were ever possible.

Ben Carr

2023-12

Josh at Appalachian reptiles and aquatics is extremely knowledgeable in anything reptile and or fish/coral. His team is always very welcoming and helpful, it's also nice being able to pick up fresh reverse osmosis water if you need a refill locally.😀👍

Jennifer Nadar

2023-05

Josh, the owner, is very friendly and knowledgeable. The store is very clean. They have a great selection of fishes.Love this store… this one is my new baby ❤️ 🐠

William Neeriemer

2024-05

They didn't have what I was looking for but they went out of their way ro locate the product for me. Really nice guys there.

David

2023-05

They have a really great selection of aquatics, reptiles, arachnids, amphibians, & invertebrates. The store is very clean. The staff is friendly and always happy to answer questions, and the owner Josh is very nice.Highly recommend this store!

Jane Harker

2022-05

We traveled an hour just to visit this place. We were really happy that we did. The guys were nice and helpful! We bought 2 cages and a BUNCH of stuff to go inside. All that we needed to start a reptile cage was there. They offer good prices. They also sell in the Four State Reptile Expos so it makes it convenient to purchase off of them if they aren't close to you.

Deena Englander

2023-07

Amazing store with a lot of variety of reptiles and both fresh and saltwater aquatics.

Michael C

2023-05

A pair of beautiful rocket killies I bought here showing some breeding behavior. Love this place and I love that Brooks has an abundance of knowledge in the aquarium hobby.

Eric Harker

2022-05

Left pa to come over to this place, it was worth the drive. They have plenty of reptiles, snakes and exotic reptiles. We purchased some cages and cork wood. And accessories. Great place to come to. I drove over 1 hour to stop here. I recommend coming here it's worth the drive!

Kelsie Dietsch

2023-11

Nice organized store. Their fish and animals look well taken care of and staff is really knowledgeable of their animals. Recommend place to buy pets and their supplies.

LL

2023-08

I love this store. There are two other reptile stores within 45 minutes and they are both dirty and gross and they don’t take care of their animals at all. Appalachian is so much better. You can tell their top priority is keeping their animals healthy and comfortable. They sold me a tarantula and gave me lots of great info and advice.

Jonathan Morrow

2023-09

Great reptile store. It's so nice having a privately owned reptile and aquatics store close by. The staff is always very nice and helpful and the prices are good. We primarily go there for feeders, but they have a good selection of pretty much anything you might need for fish (fresh and salt water) or reptiles. If you haven't been, you should stop by. My three year old loves the "Nemo fish". Lol

Zachary Rossi

2023-05

Got my 2 Ryukin Goldfish from here several months ago and they are doing great. Prices, staff, and selection is great. Ditch Petsmart and Petco and come here.

Jason Hinkle

2021-05

Very friendly and huge help with helping us and our Red Footed Tortoise. Both the owner and other employee in the shop are very friendly and even remembered us when we were out at another store.

Delores Pickett

2023-12

I love this place !! The guys here are very knowledgeable and friendly! And I ask a lot of questions, and they have no problem answering! Plus the store is awesome!!

Ty Frederick

2023-12

Best Pet Shop in the State of Maryland, Excellent Customer Service. Very knowledgeable staff. Affordable pricing

Jimmie Dishman

2023-05

Drove an hour to check this place out and I'm about 99.9% sure it's my new go to fish shop. Both the owner and the employee ( I'm bad with names sorry guys) were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. It's definitely the best shop I've been in period. Excellent variety of fish. When they get an order of fish they don't just put them out to sell like most shops. They take the time and care to make sure that the fish they sell is a healthy fish. They sell aquarium co-op products I mean what else do I have to say lol.

Stephanie Masci

2023-05

I like this place a lot. I’ve been coming here consistently for 5 months to buy food for my snake. Only downside is; I come here once a week and it’s the same people working every time I go in, yet they act like they’ve never seen me before in their life. Would be nice if they were a little friendlier is all I guess! I do like this place a lot and will continue coming here for food and substrate. Reasonably priced and well organized. No weird ammonia smell like a lot of other reptile and fish stores. Thank you!