About
Claws & Paws Pet Store in Pittsburg, Kansas has been a community staple for decades — some customers report over 20 years of loyal patronage — and the reason is simple: owner Dan and his team genuinely care about every animal that walks or swims out their door. While this is a full-service pet store carrying everything from frogs and guinea pigs to parakeets, snakes, and tarantulas, the freshwater fish selection consistently draws praise as one of the store's strongest offerings. Multiple reviewers specifically call out Claws & Paws as their exclusive source for fish and fish supplies.
What makes this shop stand out in a small-city market is the depth of hands-on guidance. One customer brought in a phone recording of their struggling fish tank and walked out with a clear plan to get things back on track. Another, new to the Pittsburg area, credits Dan with setting them up from scratch — tank, supplies, and practical advice to get their freshwater setup running right.
That kind of patient, judgment-free consultation is a recurring theme across hundreds of reviews. The store packs more inventory than its exterior suggests. Reviewers are consistently surprised by how much is inside, from a huge selection of freshwater fish to dry goods, pet food (reportedly competitive with Amazon subscription pricing on senior dog food), and supplies for reptiles, small mammals, and birds.
Everything is clean and well-organized, and the animals themselves are described as healthy and well cared for. Dan's personal presence is a major draw. He's mentioned by name in review after review — not as a distant owner, but as someone on the floor answering questions and making recommendations.
The rest of the staff follows suit, offering informed, courteous help without pressuring customers. 8-star reputation the old-fashioned way: one knowledgeable conversation at a time.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Dry GoodsFish Food
- Services
- ConsultationWater Testing
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Owner Dan is personally on the floor helping customers with fish tank setups and troubleshooting
- Huge freshwater fish selection that surprises first-time visitors
- Multi-generational loyalty with customers of 10-20+ years
- Full pet store carrying reptiles, small mammals, birds, and fish
- Competitive pricing on pet food and supplies — reportedly beating Amazon on some items
From keepers
Customer reviews
“This is the only place I buy my fish! Dan, the owner is kind, knowledgeable and amazing!”
— Kendra Coffee5.0Edited 3 days ago“Messaged them on facebook and they were super helpful and when I arrived and asked for a couple gerbils they made sure I was the person from facebook so they didn’t sell them to someone else. Animals are super friendly and well kept.”
— Addie5.0a month ago“Well let's say this. I took a a recording of my fish tank and to them and said help. I didn't know anything about fish tanks and they helped me out with what I needed to get it cleaned up”
— Diana Meyer5.0a month ago“Its always been a great place to get all of my pet and fish supplies. They are quite knowledgeable,extremely friendly and always ready to help”
— Dean Pace5.0a month ago“Dan and the others are always very friendly and helpful.”
— Kristen Humphrey5.0a month ago“I do love this type of a pet store they always do have everything that you do need for the average pet lover or the pet lovers in need.”
— Christopher Leer5.0a month ago“Great small business in Pittsburg to support. Staff is always very informative and helpful prices are reasonable and they have the supplies we need to keep our snake fed and happy.”
— Chad Hassebroek5.0a month ago“Dan is very knowledgeable and the whole crew are very helpful.”
— Jessica Faucett5.0a month ago“Dan was absolutely amazing! We are new to the area and are starting up our fish tank again. He got us everything we needed to get going, gave great advice and even had our seniors dog food available and cheaper than Amazon with a subscription. We will definitely be back. Huge selection of fish and tons of options for all your other pets.”
— Ashley Bortzfield5.0a month ago“The best pet shop I've ever been to. Wide variety of animals and the staff are also very knowledgeable. Don't go to another store, they have everything you need!”
— Bev Murphy5.0a month ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (620) 232-6522 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Claws & Paws Pet Store.