About
Harris In Wonderland in Canton, Connecticut is primarily an exotic reptile and amphibian destination — but it deserves a mention for anyone hunting down tropical freshwater fish and feeder animals in the area. Walking through the front door feels less like entering a pet store and more like stepping into a small-scale zoo. Ball pythons, hognose and corn snake morphs, bearded dragons, blue tongue skinks, red foot tortoises, dart frogs, and even sugar gliders line the walls in what customers consistently describe as a fascinating menagerie.
The fish selection, while not the store's main draw, includes tropical freshwater species like guppies and other community fish. Reviewers note it's a modest but solid offering — better than the typical big-box pet store, though not the reason most people make the drive. Where Harris In Wonderland truly shines is in its live and frozen feeder inventory: pinkies, fuzzy mice, hoppers, rats, crickets, and roaches are well-stocked and competitively priced, making it a reliable stop for reptile keepers across the region.
Owner Adam and his staff earn consistent praise for honest, knowledgeable guidance. One customer recounted how a staff member actively talked them down from a larger purchase, recommending smaller quantities of bedding to try first and suggesting the right feeder size for their corn snake — saving them roughly half of what they expected to spend. That kind of integrity builds loyalty.
Another customer highlighted the store's willingness to source specific animals, like mint terribilis dart frogs, on request. The enclosures are generally well-maintained, and feeding demonstrations — like watching the resident snapping turtle eat — delight visiting families. Birds including parrotlets, cockatiels, and sun conures round out the selection.
While the store's freshwater fish section is a secondary feature, Canton-area aquarists looking for guppies, feeders, or a genuinely interesting afternoon of animal-watching will find the trip worthwhile.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Consultation
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Zoo-like atmosphere with massive variety of reptiles, amphibians, and exotic animals
- Honest, knowledgeable staff led by owner Adam who prioritize animal care over upselling
- Well-stocked live and frozen feeder inventory at competitive prices
- Custom animal sourcing available, including rare species like mint terribilis dart frogs
- Small but solid tropical freshwater fish selection including guppies
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Worst smelling pet store I’ve ever been to. Almost looks like an animal hoarding situation, we wanted to take pictures but felt that we were being observed. There’s a pen for the tortoises on the floor that has not been properly cleaned in a long time, it was heartbreaking because one of the tortoises was trying to escape the pen and grabbing at people as they walked by. There’s also a huge snapping turtle in a disgusting tank that is way too small for him!!! It was scrapping at the glass to the point that you know this animal is unhappy and trying to break his enclosure. Whole place needs to be reported. A lot of the cages did not have pricing, and more than one seemed to have a deformation of some sort.”
— Kyle Turner1.02 weeks ago“Owner is very knowledgable and helpful! You can tell how much he cares about animals.”
— Athena D5.04 weeks ago“Went in just to accompany a friend buying stuff for their python, asked out of curiosity if they had any sand boas I could see as i was thinking about getting one, and ended up leaving with a new little friend :) I did not expect to come home with a snake that day but luckily they had everything i needed (and cool animals to look at while i was making my decision lol). It’s been about a month and he’s doing great! 🐍”
— Megan Lelio5.0a month ago“They went put of their way to get me mint terribilis dart frogs, highly recommend, amazing service and very wide selection”
— Waylin Collins5.0a month ago“Love this place. Great help. They have EVERYTHING you would ever need”
— Jason Loring5.0a month ago“Nice store and great people to work with!”
— Brian McAllister5.0a month ago“Large market with lots of healthier choices in all types of products.”
— Nancy B5.0a month ago“The best!!!!”
— Ashlee Bee5.02 months ago“One of the best stores in New England for reptiles. Animals are well taken care of, staff is friendly and knowledgeable.”
— Travis Lehmann5.03 months ago“Awesome reptile shop with plenty of food to feed your pets”
— Al Tremblay5.05 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (860) 674-0160 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Harris In Wonderland.