Pet Palace has been independently owned and operated since 1993, making it almost 3 decades old. This also makes it a fixture in the Aurora Pet Industry. Their fish department really surprised me with the selection of fish they have to offer and their low prices. The store is found at 4094 S. Parker Road, Aurora, CO 80014. The hours are Monday – Friday: 10AM – 7PM, Saturday: 10AM – 6PM, and Sunday: 11AM – 6PM.
Check out their website for all the other services they offer, like Veterinary and Adoption. In the Fish area, they have all the popular aquarium fish, supplies, hardscape, and even some pond supplies. The thing I did not see was new aquariums, though they did have a few nano tanks, and a used tank for sale. When I walked in, I was greeted warmly and asked my interests and needs. Once I told them I was just looking (and taking pics for this blog) they left me to do my thing, which is greatly appreciated.
A few things which were causes of concern for me is the outdated use of red backgrounds and ugly gravel like was popular back in the 20th century. I saw several fish with genetic defects like bent spine and fin deformity. The fish appeared healthy and active though, so as long as you specify the fish you want, I don’t think this is a real issue. The selection of aquatic plants was mostly non-existent. I saw labels for plants, but no plants. I am not sure if this is a supply chain issue or what. The other store I visited today didn’t have any plants either.
All in all, Pet Palace has a very good fish department, and I will recommend them to anyone with average pet needs. I prefer to shop across the street at Nature’s Box Pet Emporium because I know the owners there and their store is newer and has a wider selection of what I need. I invite you to visit both stores and choose for yourself.
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