Live Insect Restock
Live crickets and live mealworms are fully stocked up 😎
Here not only do we clean our cricket enclosures, food dishes, and waters daily, but we also only bag the crickets at time of sale or same day.🦗
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LEOPARD GECKO SALE 10/05/2026
LEOPARD GECKO SALE 10/05/2026
We were expecting to get two Leopard Gecko surrenders today, but we were graced with five! 😅 They are now in their own enclosures, although we definitely need some help finding forever homes.
We have ten available surrendered Leopard Geckos, although we have two directly from breeders. All Leopards are on sale $30 each till we dwindle down.
🐆🐆🐆Want one no charge?🐆🐆🐆
With the purchase of any enclosure 20 gallons or more with the appropriate Heat/UVB lighting, and decor, get a Leopard gecko no charge. 🔥
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Russian Tortoise 7/30/2026
Russian Tortoise 7/30/2026
Russian Tortoise available!
This little guy got a tiny bit of tomatoes as his rare lunchtime snack, but was much more interested in mowing down the Greens 💚 We offer our tortoises different greens everyday with select rare treat options.
For more information on this animal and its care requirements, please visit https://www.russiantortoise.org/care_sheet.htm
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Lead Hire
Now Hiring Fishroom 07/20/2026
Lead – Tropical Fish Specialty Pet Store
Forest Lake Pets | Forest Lake, MN
Forest Lake Pets is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead to oversee daily operations with a strong focus on our aquatic departments. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about fish health, team leadership, and delivering excellent customer service in a specialty pet retail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Open & close the store following established checklists and procedures
• Delegate daily tasks to team members and ensure timely, accurate completion
• Oversee and manage all aquatic departments, including freshwater and saltwater livestock, systems, and maintenance
• Monitor fish health and administer medications according to established protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment for staff, customers, and animals
• Provide knowledgeable, friendly customer service with an emphasis on aquatic care and education
• Support and guide team members through clear communication and direction
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Strong customer service skills with a professional, approachable demeanor
• Clear and effective communication abilities
• Ability to give clear directions and lead by example
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities
• Tropical fish experience (professional or advanced hobbyist)
Compensation & Benefits:
• $18–$25 per hour, based on experience
• 3% Simple IRA employer match
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
Saturday requirement: Two to four Saturdays per month
Includes a $3/hour shift differential for Saturday shifts
If you’re passionate about tropical fish, enjoy leading a team, and want to grow with a locally owned pet store, we’d love to hear from you.
Please fill out an application in person or download one and email it to Forestlakepets@gmail.com.
Interviews will begin the week of 08/03/2026.
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Reptile Updates 07/07/2026
Reptile Updates 07/07/2026
BIG NEWS📰
The reptile department is expanding, and this includes new species and animal husbandry. 🌱 We now carry Leachianus Geckos, limited time Chameleon Geckos, a larger selection of Leopard Geckos, a larger selection of Gargoyle Geckos, a larger selection of Crested Geckos, and more Ball Pythons. 🐍 If you would like to view our selection, please stop by and we can talk husbandry. 🙂 We’re thinking about expanding into pet insects and invertebrates, but for now we only have Yellow Dragon Millepedes, who just had their first batch of adorable ✨babies✨
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Closed 4th of July 07/04/2026
Closed 4th of July 07/04/2026
We will be closed for the 4th of July. The store will open again for normal hours on Monday.
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Open Today 05/25/2026
Open Today 05/25/2026
We are open normal hours today!
Used Items and New Items Sales 01/21/2026
Looking to upgrade your tank for a good deal? We’ve got you covered!
There is currently a plethora of used Bulb fixtures available, along with a bunch of new lights, tanks, filters, and canister filters on sale. Don’t miss out while these deals swim by!
USED Lights:
USED 30″ Bulb Fixture ~ $20
3x USED 36″ Bulb Fixture ~ $20 Each
USED 48″ Bulb Fixture ~ $30
USED 48″ Brown Bulb Fixture ~ $20
USED 72″ Bulb Fixture ~ $20
USED 72″ Bulb Fixture (one bad bulb) ~ $15
UN-USED NEW Lights:
2x 4′ Shop Light Still in Box ~ $10 Each
3x 24″-34″ Fluval Plant Light ~ $149.99 Each
15″-24″ Fluval Sea 3.0 Light ~ $124.99
5x 24″-34″ Fluval Sea 3.0 Light ~ $144.99 Each
3x 36″-48″ Fluval Sea 3.0 Light ~ $169.99 Each
3x 48″- 60″ Fluval Sea 3.0 Light ~ $199.99 Each
Aqueon 24″ Full Hood Light ~ $59.99
2x Twinstar 200C lll ~ $69.99 Each
5x Twinstar 300 lll ~ $79.99 Each
2x Twinstar 450 lll ~ $89.99 Each
Twinstar 600 lll ~ $99.99
2x Twinstar 900 lll ~ $109.99 Each
4x Twinstar 1200 lll ~ $139.99 Each
ONF Flat One+ Penant LED 24″ – $299.99
UNS Titan Black ~ $324.99
UN-USED NEW Aquarium Lids:
Aqueon 72 Gallon Bowfront Lid ~ $49.99
Perfecto 30×18 56 Colum Lid ~ $34.99
Perfecto 44 Pentagon Lid ~ $29.99
USED Tanks:
3x 10 Gallons ~ $7.50 Each
USED 29 Gallon Leaks ~ $10
USED Red Sea 69 Gallon A.I.O WITH Equiptment ~ $1,200
UN-USED NEW Tank Deals:
6x 5.5 gallon Repaired ~ $15 Each
Ista 35cm Curved Tank ~ $26.99 Each
6x Ming 20 High W Lid ~ $39.99 Each
6x Ming 60 Show Kits ~ $150 Each
2x 5n UNS Tank 2.5 Gallon ~ $39.99 Each
90s UNS Tank 43.9 Gallons ~ $324.99
125 Gallon Aqueon With 2-Overflows ~ $599.99
Reptile Enclosures:
3x USED 18x18x32 Reptibreeze ~ $30 Each
NEW 28 Gallon Low Boy Terrarium 36x18x10 ~ $119.99
UN-USED NEW Canister Filter Deals:
Oase Bioplus 50 ~ $49.99
Oase Filtosmart Thermo 200 ~ $144.99
2x Oase Biomater Thermo 600 ~ $339.99
UN-USED NEW Filter Deals:
Oase Biostyle Thermo with Bunch of Media ~ $79.99
Oase Biostyle with Bunch of Media ~ $49.99
10x Grench CBG-1200 Filter with W/UV ~ $30
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day 01/19/2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 01/19/2026
We are open normal hours for Martin Luther King Jr. Day!
If your looking for a warm family activity away from the outside cold, give us a visit. 
Everyone is welcome here. Otherwise, please stay safe and have a wonderful day. 
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Now Hiring Fishroom Manager 01/12/2026
Now Hiring Fishroom Manager 01/12/2026
Lead / Manager – Tropical Fish Specialty Pet Store
Forest Lake Pets | Forest Lake, MN
Forest Lake Pets is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead or Manager to oversee daily operations with a strong focus on our aquatic departments. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about fish health, team leadership, and delivering excellent customer service in a specialty pet retail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Open and close the store following established checklists and procedures
• Delegate daily tasks to team members and ensure timely, accurate completion
• Oversee and manage all aquatic departments, including freshwater and saltwater livestock, systems, and maintenance
• Monitor fish health and administer medications according to established protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment for staff, customers, and animals
• Provide knowledgeable, friendly customer service with an emphasis on aquatic care and education
• Support and guide team members through clear communication and direction
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Strong customer service skills with a professional, approachable demeanor
• Clear and effective communication abilities
• Ability to give clear directions and lead by example
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities
• Tropical fish experience (professional or advanced hobbyist)
Compensation & Benefits:
• $18–$25 per hour, based on experience
• 3% Simple IRA employer match
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
Saturday requirement: Two to four Saturdays per month
Includes a $3/hour shift differential for Saturday shifts
If you’re passionate about tropical fish, enjoy leading a team, and want to grow with a locally owned pet store, we’d love to hear from you.