About
Pet Express Inc. is a small, independent, family-run aquarium store in Houma, LA, where you'll usually deal directly with one of the owners — most often Pat, whom regulars credit by name for genuinely knowing his animals. It's the kind of mom-and-pop shop the chains can't replicate: a resident cat wandering the aisles, a beloved bird, and tanks of saltwater and freshwater fish for sale in Houma, LA that reviewers describe as clean and healthy-looking.
The fish side is the heart of the store. Alongside everyday community fish you'll find the cool, unusual fish and creatures customers say they can't track down at big-box retailers, plus freshwater plants for planted-tank hobbyists. Pat has earned a local reputation as a saltwater aquarium guru: one couple recounted starting a saltwater tank with almost no experience and being walked through equipment, livestock, and maintenance in patient detail.
That hands-on guidance is a real asset in a region where specialty aquarium shops are few and far between, and longtime customers note their fish come home healthy and thriving. Beyond livestock, Pet Express stocks the aquarium supplies, food, and accessories needed to keep a tank running, and the staff are happy to talk through stocking and setup with anyone willing to come in. Pricing is described as fair and competitive with the bigger stores in town, and there's a rewards program for repeat shoppers.
This is very much an in-person, walk-in experience — the kind of place where the owners learn your name and your tank. For Houma-area hobbyists after saltwater and freshwater livestock, live plants, and honest, personalized advice on tank setup, Pet Express is a local fish store worth visiting face-to-face. Whatever you're stocking, it's worth stopping in to see which unique fish and plants are available in Houma, LA on any given week.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Pet Express Inc. in Houma, LA
Pet Express Inc. stocks aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Houma, LA. As an aquarium store serving Houma, LA, it also offers aquarium consultations and aquarium setup.
- Livestock & products
- Live PlantsPlanted Tanks
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Saltwater and freshwater fish, plus the unusual fish and creatures customers can't find at big-box chains
- Owner Pat is known locally as a saltwater aquarium guru who walks beginners through tank setup
- Freshwater plants for planted-tank hobbyists
- Mom-and-pop atmosphere with a resident cat and bird; tanks kept clean and fish healthy
- Fair, competitive pricing and a rewards program for repeat customers
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Personable,knowledgeable!”
— Mary_lynn Dufrene5.06 days ago“I called the store and asked if they had any frozen MEDIUM frozen rats in stock the lady that answered the phone said yes but they are labeled as large frozen rats and she told me they don't look that big well my niece went to the store and told me all they had in stock was ex large frozen rats and she needed med frozen rats waste of gas and money so she got frozen mice instead”
— Angelina Mckinley2.02 months ago“Great service”
— Eric5.02 months ago“we brought our bully in looking for a muzzle. they had loose dogs and a cat. our dog is dog friendly but scared of smaller dogs. Pets must be on a leash or contained.”
— Gabi Morales1.04 months ago“I called them yesterday and they said that they couldn't give me a price over the phone that I will have to come in. When you call pet stores they will give you a price. I think it is a bunch of bull”
— Tammi Thibodeaux1.011 hours ago“Not sure who exactly i spoke too possibly one of the owners but he was unbelievably rude. We wanted to take one of the puppies out to play with it- they’re literally in a 2x4 box for christ sake for who knows how many hours a day & he made it known that they do not want you to touch those dogs. he scoffed & told us he “wasnt running a petting zoo”. eventually let us pet the dog but his attitude & Demeanor were astonishingly rude.”
— Breanna Hutchison1.0a day ago“Went to purchase live cricket. Asked for 50 was told by the lady she would see what she had. She came back with a brown bag I couldn't see through. She charged me for 50 crickets but only gave me about 30.”
— Megan Amber2.04 weeks ago“I love the atmosphere. It's a small mom and pop store. Usually one of the owners are there. The fish tanks are kept clean and the fish look happy. I enjoy going there to see the animals. They have a awsome bird that I just adore. A car runs around the store. I love the environment. Enjoy the people. They are very helpfulful and know there animals.”
— melissa zimmerman5.0a month ago“very poor experience. walked into the building and it smelled awful, very obviously dirty. walked to the back where the aquariums were located and the floor was flooded. i do NOT recommend coming here, you’d actually be better off going to petco or petsmart.”
— joe h1.02 months ago“They will get you hooked up with what you need!”
— Jesse Theriot5.03 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (985) 876-7738 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Pet Express Inc..