About
Mrs. Toad's Depot is a family-run pet shop in Perry, GA with a freshwater fish section that has built a quiet, loyal following among central Georgia aquarists. Owner Melissa and her sons run the place hands-on, and the team is the reason people keep driving in.
Reviewers single out Joseph, who fielded a phone call about African cichlids with the kind of depth that comes from genuinely caring about the hobby, along with Stephanie, Kari, Carrie, Lexi, and Michelle for patient, no-pressure help. If you're searching for freshwater fish for sale in Perry, GA, this is a real local fish store rather than a big-box aisle. Customers have brought home golden dojo loaches that went on to thrive in their tanks, and the staff are known for carefully dividing and bagging each fish so they travel home safely.
One longtime regular promised to be back "for my fish tank needs again," and another noted the shop's aquariums are reasonably priced, a nice bonus when you're setting up a new tank. If African cichlids near me is what you're after, Joseph is the name to ask for. The fish are one corner of a genuinely full shop.
Alongside the tanks you'll find ball pythons and bearded dragons, tortoises, cockatiels, budgies, lovebirds and the occasional red-bellied parrot, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, rats, and even hard-to-find tarantulas like the rose hair. Live and frozen feeder mice and rats are stocked for reptile keepers, and bearded dragon food and supplies are a regular pickup for locals. What ties it together is care.
Review after review describes clean tanks and enclosures, healthy well-socialized animals, and staff who treat each visit like a relationship instead of a sale. For Perry and the surrounding area, Mrs. Toad's Depot delivers something the chains can't: people who actually know the livestock on their shelves and want it to thrive in your home.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Mrs. Toad's Depot in Perry, GA
Mrs. Toad's Depot stocks African cichlids and freshwater fish for sale in Perry, GA. As a fish store serving Perry, GA, it also offers aquarium consultations.
- Livestock & products
- African Cichlids
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Golden dojo loaches and other freshwater fish that customers report thriving at home
- Joseph praised for deep African cichlid knowledge, even over the phone
- Staff carefully divide and bag fish for a safe trip home, with reasonably priced aquariums
- Family-run by owner Melissa and her sons with hands-on, no-pressure help
- Healthy, well-socialized animals in a clean, well-organized Perry shop
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Stop by on my way to Athens to buy a pet carrier for my pet because I forgot mine at home and I live at the Florida line stopped in bought the pet carrier not paying attention put it in the car got to Athens carriers stunk has stains on it the brackets are Rusty on it it smells God awful we didn't even use it for our pet 50 bucks wasted 0 out of 10 do not recommend”
— Red1.0a week ago“We adopted our adorable bunny wabbit, Oreo, from this wonderful pet shop. Michelle was so sweet, helping us to find our new member of the family. We are so glad we were able to give him a new home; and he is so healthy and happy. We are grateful to the previous owner who took such good care of him! 🥰💞💞💞 Please support locally owned, family businesses like Mrs. Toad's!”
— Kate Toa Pinatubo5.02 weeks ago“They have live mice,rats for snakes,also fish ,birds,lizards etc.I by medium live rats for our bowa c.They also have frozen mice,rats”
— patrick jones5.0Edited 4 weeks ago“Super friendly staff very knowledgeable and very healthy pets our bird is 6/7 and going strong. The assistant manager is an absolute sweetie great and patient with curious teens.”
— Harper Nelson5.0a month ago“Got a new budgie there and hes super friendly! The workers were kind and helped us out when getting him. Will he returning.”
— Dumitru Turner4.02 months ago“I definitely recommend Mrs Toad’s Pet Store above the chain pet stores. The employees are very friendly and helpful and share lots of knowledge with you.”
— James Keller5.02 months ago“OMG!!! First off we simply went in to get bait for my daughter and with it being Perry I wasn't expecting anything fancy but boy was I wrong!! All of the animals were so lovely, lively, friendly, and just a joy to be around. The staff was super friendly and helpful. What turned into a quick stop in and questioning about bait ended up turning into us getting a hamster who the entire family loves!! If you're ever in the area I definitely recommend you popping in and finding the perfect pet for your family.”
— Brasheka Ward5.02 months ago“Awesome and great atmosphere and great service and staff”
— Vikki Brand5.0Edited 2 months ago“Great pet store with great prices”
— Richard Bowles5.03 months ago“Lots of cool stuff”
— Jackie Sneed5.03 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (478) 224-8623 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Mrs. Toad's Depot.