--- type: store name: "Laconia Pet Center" city: "Laconia" state: "NH" rating: 4.8 reviews: 425 url: https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/laconia/laconia-pet-center --- # Laconia Pet Center Fish store in Laconia, New Hampshire - **Address**: 1343 Union Ave, Laconia, NH 03246, Laconia, NH, 03246 - **Phone**: (603) 524-8311 - **Website**: [www.laconiapetcenter.com/](http://www.laconiapetcenter.com/) - **Rating**: 4.8/5 (425 reviews) ## Hours | Day | Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | | Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | | Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | | Thursday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | | Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | | Saturday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | | Sunday | Closed | ## About Tucked into the heart of Laconia, New Hampshire, Laconia Pet Center is an independent pet shop that has earned fierce loyalty from the local community — and its aquarium section punches well above its weight for a general pet store. Walk past the dog food aisles and head toward the back, where well-maintained fish tanks line the walls. Multiple reviewers single out the store's betta fish as some of the most beautiful they've ever seen, and at least one customer credits the shop with inspiring them to start their first planted aquarium. What really sets Laconia Pet Center apart for fishkeepers is the depth of care the staff provides. They offer free freshwater and saltwater water testing, and they don't just hand you numbers — they'll walk you through what's off and suggest solutions. They even sell cycled tank water so new fish owners can get their setups properly established from day one. When one customer's betta fell ill, staff reviewed symptoms, studied photos, and offered honest, compassionate guidance rather than just pushing a product. The store spans two floors, with the upper level often stocked with sale items. Everything is clean, organized, and easy to navigate. Staff members like Karissa, Marcus, and Amy are mentioned by name for their warmth and product knowledge. The rewards program and buy-in-bulk dog food deals keep regulars coming back, and they'll happily special-order items they don't normally carry. Beyond fish, you'll find small animals, reptile supplies, and a well-regarded DIY dog wash station that customers describe as clean and pressure-free. But it's the fishkeeping community that seems to benefit most from this shop's expertise. In a region where dedicated aquarium stores are scarce, Laconia Pet Center fills a vital role — helping hobbyists build healthy tanks with real guidance and genuine enthusiasm for aquatic life. ## Specializations - **Water Types**: Freshwater, Saltwater - **Livestock & Products**: Bettas, Planted Tanks, Fish Food - **Services**: Water Testing - **Known For**: Reptiles & Amphibians, Knowledgeable Staff, Great Selection, Healthy Fish ## Highlights - Free freshwater and saltwater water testing with parameter guidance - Sells cycled tank water for healthy new aquarium setups - Beautiful betta fish selection praised by multiple customers - Knowledgeable staff who provide personalized fish care advice - Clean two-floor layout with sale items on the upper level ## Customer Reviews **"Chris Baker"** - 5/5 - a week ago > Great store very helpful staff nice tanks **"Jennifer Grenier"** - 5/5 - 3 weeks ago > Great selection of dog food and dog treats. I love how you can buy so many bags of dog food and get one free!! I wish they did that everywhere. **"Angel Danforth"** - 5/5 - a month ago > 10 years ago I gotten a bunny from you guys and named her starlight she sadly passed away last Saturday from old age but thanks to you guys she was the best rabbit in the world I would recommend to never judge a book by it's cover! **"James Knight"** - 5/5 - a month ago > I have always preferred to shop at the "mom and pop" shops versus "big box" pet stores, they appreciate your service and it shows in the in attitude up there employees and customer service they provide. Laconia pet center is no exception, very helpful and helping me build a healthy aquarium. **"Ejr"** - 5/5 - Edited 2 months ago > Friendly people great selection of toys, food treats along with reptile supplys found a new pet store if you haven't stopped by you should **"Michael McLaughlin"** - 5/5 - 3 months ago > Very well informed and therefore very helpful **"Kari DuCott"** - 5/5 - 3 months ago > Friendly and helpful. Wide range of products. **"Nicole Brown"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > Laconia Pet Center went above and beyond to get an item we had been looking for for our dogs that was very hard to find! Very kind and very helpful customer service- do not hesitate to do business with this trustworthy company! **"Barbara Çlark"** - 5/5 - 5 months ago > friendly and helpful staff **"Rachel Dahmke"** - 5/5 - 5 months ago > Friendly and on knowledge staff. It's a little local gem for all of your pets needs. Shop local when you can! ## Nearby Stores - [Granite State Geckos Reptile & Pet Supply Store](https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/lancaster/granite-state-geckos-reptile-and-pet-supply-store) - Lancaster, NH - 5.0/5 - [The Aquarium Gallery](https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/windham/the-aquarium-gallery) - Windham, NH - 5.0/5 - [Fish Mike Aquatics](https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/manchester/fish-mike-aquatics) - Manchester, NH - 4.8/5 - [Jay's Aquatics](https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/salem/jays-aquatics) - Salem, NH - 4.8/5 - [Chester Hollow Water Gardens](https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/chester/chester-hollow-water-gardens) - Chester, NH - 4.7/5 - [Pet Junction](https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/dover/pet-junction) - Dover, NH - 4.7/5 --- *Source: [FishStores.org](https://www.fishstores.org/new-hampshire/laconia/laconia-pet-center)* *Last updated: February 7, 2026*