Tucked into Tupelo, Mississippi, Gone Fishin Exotic Pets is a locally owned shop that packs a surprising amount of aquatic and exotic animal variety into a modest footprint. It's one of the few stores in the area carrying saltwater fish alongside a robust freshwater selection, making it a genuine destination for aquarists — some customers drive an hour or more just to browse. Tanks are stocked with everything from vibrant guppies and otto catfish to shrimp, bettas, axolotls, live corals, and live plants, with staff happy to talk through compatibility and care for any setup.
The fish department shares floor space with reptiles, birds (including Quaker parrots and budgies), snakes, guinea pigs, ferrets, and small mammals, so the store doubles as a full exotic pet destination. Feeders — crickets and mice — are competitively priced, a draw for reptile keepers who stop in weekly. Supplies range from aquarium equipment and fish food to reptile habitats and dog and cat essentials, and reviewers consistently note that prices undercut the big-box stores.
Staff knowledge is the store's most cited strength. Employees like Bilal are praised for patience and genuine care, taking time to ensure customers have proper housing and understand the needs of the animal they're adopting. Multiple reviewers mention receiving honest, practical guidance rather than a sales pitch — a rarity that keeps people coming back.
The team even offers curbside help loading purchases. The shop's locally owned character shows: regulars say they're greeted by name. Tanks and cages are generally well-maintained and animals appear healthy, though a handful of reviews mention occasional fish losses after purchase and one or two encounters with less-than-friendly service from a particular staff member.
On the whole, Gone Fishin has built a loyal following by combining fair pricing, genuine animal welfare, and the kind of personalized expertise that makes the hobby approachable for newcomers and rewarding for seasoned keepers alike.
Tyler Kennon
83 reviews
This local exotic pet and fish store is easily one of my favorite places to visit, whether I need supplies or just want to browse. They offer an impressive variety of reptiles, freshwater and saltwater fish, live plants and coral, birds, and a wide range of quality supplies for just about any setup. What really sets them apart, though, is the staff. They are extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely willing to help with any questions you may have, offering practical insight and honest recommendations rather than rushed sales pitches. It’s clear they care about the animals and about helping customers succeed. I highly recommend this store to anyone interested in exotic pets or aquatics, and I often find myself enjoying the experience even when I don’t need to buy anything. I added a photo of my recent purchase of guppies very vibrant colors, and a plus is 24 hours after purchase one of my females gave birth how awesome to know theyre in a good environment that they'll breed!
Dixie Hilton
2 reviews
Haven’t gone but my bestie told me all about it and I am going to go!!!!
Billy Stout
110 reviews
Nice place plenty of exotic pets and supplies
Jasper
6 reviews
Can not recommend enough. Many places mistreat their fish, rats, and other animals that are seen as "less than" But not once have I seen Gone Fishing's animals looking the least bit sad. In my five years of being a customer Gone Fishing has proven itself as a pet store that cares. The fish have massive tanks, well cleaned and happy. Ive never seen happier rats either. Everytime I shop for my rodent pets the shop clerk makes sure i have the means to properly take care of the animal i am adopting, making sure I have a cage already, the size is large enough, etc. I can no longer shop at any other pet store.
Sarah Ashton
6 reviews
Love this place!! I go weekly for feeders for my reptiles and I'm never disappointed!
Shane Whiteside
50 reviews
Gone fishing pets has a nice selection of animals and products at a fair price. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable. We will be going back for all our pet needs.
Shane Turner
53 reviews
Knowledgeable well stocked variety. Locally owned and know customers by name upon entry. Competitive pricing mostly under big box stores.also curb service helping load purchases
Isaiah Parker
6 reviews
Always the best customer service, very cool animas!
Lea Ann Liske
48 reviews
Some stuff is over priced and the fish there look amazing but the place smells like they need to clean after pets more that smell is bad for pets lungs also the poor birds up front have dirty cages looking like haven’t cleaned in weeks. Last the birds in the back are shoved in a small tank can’t play or move around at all forced on one perch not nice.
Tom L
69 reviews
Always good service 👍
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1311 W Main St, Tupelo, MS 38801
February 7, 2026
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