Petersons Exotic Pets

This is not a chain retail pet store. And anyone that favors small business, will become, dare I say...addicted to Petersons. The store is small. And the store is stuffed with anything you need for your pet(s). The staff is extremely friendly & courteous and always capable of answering your pet-related questions.
Need something they do not have in-stock? They'll order-for-you. Put-it on lay-away, and pay-off a little every week.
The critters are the favorites of the kids. Every kid wants a gerbil, hamster, parakeet, cockatiel, a over-sized lizard, hermit crabs, frogs. The boys want a snake(no snakes in the house!) or if they are a little bizarre, they want a rat the size of a dog. And every kid wants some tropical/saltwater fish. And Petersons, has a petite, beautiful saltwater reef display.
So stop-in. Feel free to browse or to simply add-up prices for a future pet. corporate chain stores are everywhere. Small business, gives you that "Special attention." I've noticed many cages in chain stores that are just horrible condition. Cages look as if they have not been cleaned in months. And the inhabitants, do not give the appearance of being healthy.
And ya want a healthy pet purchase. Many chain store employees, are not qualified to answer questions and learn from a video during employment. Small business, know their business from life experience. Their own passion. So STOP-in. Ya may find yourself coming back quite often.

Great variety of animals, really great lovely service. Best pet store in upstate. Angelo is the most nolegiable person for advice on pets

Not many locally owned pet places left glad this is one of them great ownership and super nice people my 3 year old loves the place

Overall an excellent experience. The owners are helpful and extremely knowledgeable about their animals. The store is clean, welcoming and the door greeter is adorable! Can’t wait to come back next time!

Family owned pet store, so much better than the chain pet stores. Animals were all happy and healthy. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. I wish I lived closer, I would definitely be a frequent customer!

Kind and patient owner annd and staff. I went there to choose a pet rat and we found the perfect little female! The store was neat and clean. My boyfriend asked about a mouse, but the other owner had them in back cleaning them and their cages. They also have a nice selection of fish and so on. A+ in my book!

I come to this pet store frequently, and all their animals are well kept and happy. The owners work with the animals so when you buy one they are used to people and very cuddly. They are in small cages yes but it's better then most places I've seen. The staff is knowledgeable and very kind. I love to support family owned businesses and they are by far my favorite around. I've bought many fish from them and I know of many people who have bought their animals and they are doing well, there has only been 1 issue and it was not at all the stores fault.

I have been coming to this store for 35 years and I will say this is the best well kept store in the area. The Peterson family are the kindest people I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting and they know their stuff about animal care. I have numerous reptiles, fish and other small animals that I’ve bought from them over the years that are well worth the price.

If you go to any chain pet store you will find tons of critters jammed into either tiny tanks or barely alive. Not at Peterson’s. They take pride in their business and it shows.

I wandered in a few weeks ago and I fell in love with this family owned store. Petstore chains are all very uniform, this shop is definitely worth poking around. I saw all their animals well cared for that time and just yesterday. There's always someone cleaning someone's cage each time and feeding. They know what they are doing and will take the time to talk , give advise and answer questions. I bought a couple beautiful keeters and look forward to visiting again soon . Side note :the goffins is beautiful 😍 and seems friendly already ☺ if someone doesn't adopt him soon my heart is gonna make me 😅🥰

Great staff, super helpful. Also here's a picture of the tortoise I bought from them,super happy.

We got the cutest little bunny for our family! The gentleman there got us the whole set up gave us tips and tricks for care. He was very knowledgeable and treated us very nicely. We will definitely continue doing business here in the future.

We love visiting our local pet store!
This family run business provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for pet lovers of all ages. The owners express knowledge and interest in helping you learn and care for your pets. This gem of a business is truly a staple in our city. You won’t regret your visit.

Exceeded my expectations and now I have a pet spider getting ready to chow on crickets larger than it.

I love this pet store!!! They always have such cute animals. 😊
I go through quite a few crickets for my frogs and Bearded dragon. I can always count on these guys to have them!! I've never had to go anywhere else. A lot of other businesses run out, or they all die.

Peterson’s Pets is an amazing locally owned business. The pets are well cared for and there is a variety of fish and other animals to choose from. It is a very well kept store and the employees always make sure you find what you are looking for. They care about their customers, animals and overall Peterson’s Exotic pets is a great establishment that I would recommend to anyone looking to purchase an animal!!!!

Didn't realize this per store existed until a fee days ago! I got a guinea pig from a pet store and wanted another one. Couldn't fine one anywhere until I came here! The pets seemed like they were taken care of unlike the pet store i went to. And everyone was super friendly! Would reccomend this store!! And I will be a regular customer now :)

Very friendly environment. Always clean and they always make sure they have the items you need. I’ve bought a few animals from there and I haven’t been disappointed. Very unique and healthy animals. The best place to go get exotic pets and pet supplies

Smaller than your big box stores but so much friendlier. I went to a large chain store looking for food for my bearded dragon. Everything in their case was dead or out of stock. Peterson's had just what I needed and plenty of it. I will be going back.

I love this pet store. They have everything you could need, reasonable prices and the people who work there are wonderful and very caring. Easily the best pet store in Rome, far better than those big corporate stores. Give them a look if you're in Rome, I guarentee you'll keep going back.

GREAT service! The owner was very nice and willing to help our Rotary Club with our annual Goldfish give away at the Fireworks Over Oriskany Falls. We needed 100 fish and she supplied them on short notice.