About
Tucked inside the Terrace Plaza on South Poplar Street in Hazleton, Cage-N-Tank is the rare family-run shop that turns first-time customers into regulars, some of whom drive 45 minutes or more just to walk through the door. Run by Katie and her father, this compact storefront is best known around town for reptiles, birds, and small mammals, but it also keeps a dependable lineup of tropical fish that makes it a genuine option for local aquarium keepers. Reviewers mention buying both freshwater and saltwater tropical fish here, along with snails, so if you have been searching for freshwater and saltwater fish for sale in Hazleton, PA, this little aquarium store is worth a stop.
The fish section is not the headline act, but it is reliable. One longtime visitor confirmed the shop stocks both fresh and saltwater species, and Katie's willingness to special-order anything she does not carry means you are rarely sent home empty-handed. Practical aquatic supplies line the shelves, and the same fair pricing that makes the store's live feeders, crickets, mice, rats, and dubia roaches, cheaper than the big-box chains carries over to the tanks.
What people keep coming back for is the care behind the counter. Recent visitors describe Katie and "George" treating customers like family. One thankful reviewer rescued an albino ball python with no idea what they were doing and credited the shop with taking the animal in for a couple of weeks and nursing it back to health.
That same patience shows up for fishkeepers: staff answer questions about animals bought elsewhere and take time to make sure you leave with a healthy fish and a plan to keep it thriving. The space is admittedly small and can feel cramped on a busy afternoon, but it stays clean and the livestock looks well cared for. For Hazleton-area hobbyists who would rather talk to someone who genuinely knows their animals than scan a chain-store aisle, this family fish store is a keeper.
Look for them at 601 South Poplar Street in the Terrace Plaza.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Cage-N-Tank in Hazleton, PA
Cage-N-Tank stocks invertebrates and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Hazleton, PA. As an aquarium store serving Hazleton, PA, it also carries dry goods and offers aquarium consultations and fish boarding.
- Livestock & products
- InvertebratesDry Goods
- Services
- ConsultationFish Boarding
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Family-run shop at 601 South Poplar Street (Terrace Plaza) run by Katie and her father, with regulars driving 45+ minutes to visit
- Stocks both freshwater and saltwater tropical fish plus snails
- Live feeders (crickets, mice, rats, dubia roaches) priced below big-box chains
- Will special-order aquatic supplies and livestock not currently in stock
- Hands-on animal care and boarding, including staff who nursed a rescued ball python back to health
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I love katie and "george"! I rescued a albino ball python a couple years ago and had no idea what i was doing. He was super skinny and had chemical burns. Katie took the time to help your girl out. He recently wasnt eating and they took him for a couple weeks and got him back in shape. They truly treat you like family and I am so thankful!”
— Ana Oertner5.0a week ago“Loved it... I'm coming back soon”
— Howard McLaughlin5.03 weeks ago“They are the best people to buy any reptiles and any accessories they care about animals and their health highly recommend to give these a visit if your looking for your next pet/friend thank you cage and tank”
— Kenneth Modesto5.04 weeks ago“I just bought a Lilian’s lovebird from this store. Love her so much. Also the cute tortoise was an amazing bonus to this great store”
— Roseilin Rodriguez5.0a month ago“Cage-N-Tank is amazing, I recommend them to every reptile owner I know! !! They truly care about the animals. The animals are well taken care of!! The crew is so friendly, after talking to them for 10min you feel like you’re talking to a friend of 10yrs. I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else!!”
— Sammy Street5.02 months ago“Great place and amazing people! Been shopping here for more than 15 years!”
— Desiree5.02 months ago“Absolutely love this family run store! They have a great variety, awesome prices, always friendly!”
— Cari René U. Evans5.04 months ago“My favorite pet store in the area. Great selection of reptiles and feeder's.”
— JD Bobbit5.0Edited 4 months ago“The owner is friendly and knowledgeable, if you aren't sure about something. You can ask her. I highly recommend this place for your pets needs.”
— Ann Spence5.08 months ago“Family oriented and knowledgeable. They also help find the answers and items if it’s something they might not carry. I won’t go anywhere else.”
— Dara Srebrenick5.09 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (570) 455-8010 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Cage-N-Tank.