Fins on Fifth

caleb Brewer

2024-03

They was super friendly and helped answer all questions that we asked. They looked at the enclouser we made for a uramastix and provided instructions and what we did good and what may need improved. They was willing to help and let us hold our new friend. All animals in the store seamed well cared for and the staff was amazing. Thank you guys for all the help

Christopher Dratz

2024-04

My wife and I came to Fins on Fifth for the first time to buy a sugar glider. The owner was an all a round nice guy, very knowledgeable, and his prices were so good that we ended up buying 2 more sugar gliders within the first week. I highly recommend this store.

Don Russell

2024-04

Nothing against this store or the owner. I have been wanting to visit this store since they opened. However the parking downtown is expensive and crazy. Locals who pay taxes in this town should be able to park and shop locally without added expense and aggravation. I will patronize this store at some point, but it will have to be when I am downtown for several reasons. I wish you all the best of luck. We need a nice aquarium store here.

AnnMargaret Phillips

2023-07

Purchase from a reputable exotics breeder/store, not here. Unfortunately seems like they take better care of their mammals than turtles or hermit crabs. The Guinea pigs and rabbits look happy. The hamsters are housed together, which is a little problematic because I’ve seen cohousing work, and I’ve also seen it go horribly. The turtle pictured below was lethargic and limp, with one of its eyes stuck closed. The turtle tank in general didn’t seem the most cleanly. I overheard an employee talking to a mother and child about hermit crabs and giving them incorrect information. The customers were told that hermit crabs did not require a heat source and only needed fresh water. They were also recommended a less than half gallon container (not tank, container) when hermit crabs require at least 10 gallons. These containers were sold in packs with “substrate” and “food”. They were also in painted shells. I won’t go into the full explanation of why painted vs. natural shells are terrible. The same goes for the betta fish and African dwarf frogs. It just makes me sad to see animals like this, over and over again, treated as less than something fuzzy and warm blooded.

Sara Staszak

2023-12

I was truly upset when I walked into this store on Friday. They have axolotls and they looked absolutely terrible, it's apparent that the poor things are not receiving the care they need and are being abused. They were so skinny, had no (or little to none) external gills which is a tell tale sign of abuse. They were in mostly empty tanks with no places to explore or hide in. The poor turtles looked unwell too. Please do not buy anything from this store and support them.

Joshua C. Norvell

2024-04

We got dwarf pea puffers here! Seems like a pretty cool spot, friendly staff. Muchhh better than a big box pet store!!! Support local :)

Cheyenne Goss

2024-02

Totally worth the trip from Cullowhee, NC! Great selection of fish and reptiles. Very nice owners. Highly recommend and would love to see the store grow!

Julie Thomas

2023-10

We got a rabbit and she is so sweet. She has obviously been handled a lot and well cared for. We couldn't be happier.

Marcella Steele

2023-06

Super awesome store to have in Hendersonville, and the environment the manager, Cayden, creates is so fun and inviting. He helped with all my questions and gave some great recommendations. Definitely worth stopping by and checking it out.

Mandy Strickland

2023-07

Neat store with everything we need for our fish, and more. Nathan was super helpful and so kind! Thankful we have this family-owned option close by.

Richard Beall

2023-06

Cayden was super helpful and informative! Cayden can answer any questions you have about your purchase. We will definitely be back.

Rayo Beats

2023-06

cayden really came through for me i wasn’t sure what solutions to use to clean my fish tank i was worried i would harm my fish but he was very helpful and knowledgeable and was very friendly will be back again!

Jill Sudderberg

2023-06

Love this place. Just when Hendersonville needed. The kind man working, Cayden, helped me put together the perfect tank. Will be back!

Elena P

2023-06

Cayden was extremely friendly & helpful. He answered all of our questions. We will be back.

Arthur Alexander

2023-06

Cayden was super helpful. The store is looking great!

Landon

2023-06

Very nice place, Cayden helped me with everything I needed!

Nivek Edwards

2023-12

Clean little shop with healthy animals.