Scales Tails - Aquatics Emporium & Pet Store LLC

If you're looking for the best place in Joplin to find animals and supplies, look no further than Scales n Tails! This local mom-and-pop shop is hands down the best when it comes to reptiles and exotic pets. The owners truly go above and beyond to care for their animals and ensure they are in the best possible condition before they go home with a new owner. The selection of reptiles here is unmatched – it's hard to imagine a better collection anywhere! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced reptile enthusiast, you’ll find exactly what you need. Their stock includes everything from reptiles to amphibians, and each animal looks well-cared-for and healthy. What really sets this place apart is the genuine love and care the owners put into everything they do. They make sure you’re fully informed and prepared, whether it’s about the needs of the animals or the supplies you’ll need to create the best environment for them. The customer service is fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure you and your pets are happy. Support your local businesses and head to Scales n Tails in Joplin for all your pet and reptile needs. You won’t find a better place to go!

Every single snake was glass surfing due to improper tank size as well as no humidity and multiple dead fish in all aquariums. The lady was nice, but very pushy. If you can handle the immediate smell of ammonia, then this is your place, otherwise you’d be better off getting a pet from a big box store. The conditions are very clearly better, which is depressing for all those animals.

Went in yesterday for the first time to get some feeder mice for my snake and I wanted to look around to see what all they had. I looked around and immediately felt so bad for the animals upon walking in. especially the fish. Very very dirty tanks.. the lady was nice but I was unable to look around to get a better look at the rest of the animals and stuff in the store and felt like I was almost forced out the door really quick.

The owners of this shop are amazing. The pets are every well taken care of. I have bought two rats for pets and they sold the food they fed them to me.

Derrick, the is very nice. The prices are very reasonable. If they do not have something in stock he will order it for you. Great place to get your feeder mice for your snakes, everyone should come check it out.