About
Denny's Pet World has anchored Kirkland's Eastside since the 1970s, and the loyalty it inspires tells you everything. Regulars still remember the original Totem Lake location and Tiki the scarlet macaw, and many have spent decades learning the hobby right here. For longtime fishkeepers on the Eastside, this is the freshwater fish store they keep coming back to.
The fish department is the heart of the place. Reviewers call the elaborate "water world display" a must-see wander, each aquarium thoughtfully designed to showcase its resident. You'll find freshwater fish for sale in Kirkland, WA that are genuinely hard to track down elsewhere: rope fish, the honey gourami one customer searched three Seattle and Redmond shops to find, and the glow-in-the-dark axolotls that delight kids and adults alike.
The tanks are well kept and the fish look healthy and active. The aquatics team has also built a following among shrimp and planted-tank keepers. " Live plants are available alongside the fish, and when pond fish season rolls around the staff will net exactly what you're after.
Nick, Ben, Jesse, and Brandon come up by name again and again, patient and genuinely passionate, happy to field a husbandry question in person or over the phone. Denny's is a full pet store too, stocking supplies for birds, reptiles, bunnies, guinea pigs, and snakes, along with feeder rodents, crickets, and a self-serve dog wash station that fans swear by. Prices stay competitive with the big chains, and the recurring 50%-off freshwater sale is worth catching.
7 stars through care and consistency.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Denny's Pet World in Kirkland, WA
Denny's Pet World stocks axolotls, shrimp, invertebrates, aquarium plants and freshwater & pond fish for sale in Kirkland, WA. As a fish store serving Kirkland, WA, it also carries aquarium equipment, dry goods and fish food.
- Livestock & products
- Specializes in
- FreshwaterPond
Highlights
What makes them special
- Elaborate freshwater "water world" aquarium displays featuring rope fish, honey gourami, and glow-in-the-dark axolotls
- Standout aquatics staff including Nick, Ben, Jesse, and Brandon, known for patient, knowledgeable advice in person and over the phone
- Strong selection for shrimp and planted tanks, plus seasonal pond fish and live plants
- Family-run Kirkland institution operating on the Eastside since the 1970s
- Self-serve dog wash station and a recurring 50%-off freshwater fish sale
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I used to take my clients here from 2011-2014 and they loved it.(Tiki was the best!) Now I take my son's to get crickets every other week. Still amazing! Staff super knowledgeable and take time to answer every question they have!”
— Sven Grothe5.02 days ago“Incredibly friendly and assistive staff. Great selection of products and pets and always generous service.”
— Daniel Heintz5.02 weeks ago“First time visiting the store today. Came in with a friend. No greeting and dismissive attitudes from all the employees. One gentleman even kept following us around. No one asked if we needed help. Very disappointing as we had higher expectations. But after reading all the 1 star reviews, it wasn’t surprising. The majority of the 1 star reviews are based on poor customer service.”
— KM1.02 weeks ago“Good to buy bird food”
— oka D4.0Edited 2 weeks ago“Service with a smile”
— Todd Jackson5.0Edited 3 weeks ago“Every staff member I’ve talked to over the years either has answers to my questions or will grab someone who does. They’re very good at answering the phone, very friendly with every interaction, and more than happy to give advice on whatever husbandry issue you’re having. Bugs and food are a fair price, and all the bugs I’ve bought are healthy and keep my lizard children happy”
— Sarah Bishop5.0a month ago“Very helpful customer service.”
— Steve Taylor5.0a month ago“Its pond fish season and the Denny employee that helped me get them was soooo awesome! We is a master fish catcher!”
— Aaron Smith5.0a month ago“Great staff, answered my questions over the phone before I came in to grab new substrate for my snakes. My new go to spot for my reptile needs!”
— Charles Chaudoin5.02 months ago“Great professional personal. Very informative.”
— klearsounds475.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (425) 821-3800 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Denny's Pet World.