Ratamatic

Is this place still open? The phone number goes to a Hispanic woman that doesn’t speak English…

I’m only giving it a 4 star because they slip the shop in two businesses. Best place I have found in the valley so far. Fair prices, knowledgable staff, great sales. Home of the 1 $ mouse !

Professional and knowledgeable staff. Great prices and healthy cared for animals.
I’ve bought two snakes, both incredibly healthy… the owners even took the time to explain the different species and help pick out a good fit.
Also own 5 pet rats from Ratamatic as well as countless feeders for the snakes.
The owner has even opened early for me once… thanks for that!

Bought my albino corn snake here in March of 2013, along with his tank and accessories. Very competitively priced with a passion for and knowledge of the animals they sell. I know that the people who run/​own the shop are also the breeders. I thought it was fantastic that they could tell you about the health and temperment of the reptile parents. I opted for a corn snake since, being a complete novice, I wanted the least bitey snake species available! I was able to look through all my snake options, even the ones in the back, and pick my snake. My little Kobayashi Maru has almost doubled in size in the almost 4 months I’ve had him. He is incredibly even tempered and friendly! You can’t beat feeder mice for $ 1 a piece, (though another local store is trying). They will even pre-​dead the mice for you. I can’t imagine going anywhere else. You really can’t find better sevice or knowedgeable assisstance anywhere else in the west valley.

I recently purchased two western hognose snakes from Wes at Ratamatic and had an awesome experience! I went in multiple times to gauge the personality of the snakes and Wes was very happy to answer my onslaught of questions with honesty and expertise every time. From what I have seen, a lot of hognoses will typically false strike at the handler when you first go to get the animal out of its enclosure. these hognoses seem completely tame to touch and are already feeding on frozen (thawed) hoppers. (much to my joy since I have had pet mice and rats in the past and am not quite ready to «throw them to the snakes»). The owners here seem to want to cater the animals to the people who will eventually own them. Sapphire the pitbull is a delight to see running around the shop as well! These guys seem like very well-​rounded and knowledgeable animal people. The prices are extremely reasonable and the feeder mice are only a dollar! Branches are only a few bucks per foot (best deal you will find ANYWHERE! Other places will charge you $ 14 – 20 some dollars for a foot long branch), but aside from that you will need to go elsewhere for «tank décor.» Of all the reptile shops I’ve been to in the valley, this one has the best variety of snakes and lizards I have seen despite being one of the smaller shops. Other shopkeeps are also not very personable and seem to just want to get you out of there. these guys are happy to talk to you and teach you about the animals so that you can find exactly the type and temperament creature you are looking for. I highly recommend this place!

I’ve known one of the owners of this place for quite some time and I can honestly say I’ve never met anyone as passionate and committed to not only reptiles but all animals. Meticulous care, extensive knowledge of just about everything pet related, I would never ever even dream of going to anyone else. These guys are the real deal, lifelong professional keepers, breeders, and enthusiasts and are truly dedicated which is more than I can say for many small pet shop owners I’ve encountered.
I’m so thrilled this shop has opened. I’ll be making the drive from Toluca because I can’t think of anything more worthwhile than supporting people who live for what they do and are in love with their trade, which these guys really are!

I stopped in when the shop just opened and started buying some crickets there whenever I could. My daughter and I stopped in a few weeks ago and actually purchased a Leatherback Bearded Dragon along with a Mercury bulb and some other accessories. The two guys I’ve dealt with are both very knowledgeable and passionate about reptiles. I’ll be back often for sure.

Decided to check out this new reptile shop. Supplies for sale are very limited, but the animal selection is great. I’m personally not too fond of hybrids, but I’m sure others will be happy to know that they offer these for sale. I’m also not too fond of the stone substrate that they had an albino california kingsnake on, but he reassured me that they do switch the animals out so they aren’t constantly stressed while on display. Made me feel better, but still don’t agree with even displaying them on rock. Other than that, the animals looked great. All seemed to be well cared for. Prices are good, as well. If they don’t have what you’re looking for, they’re willing to take your name/​number and let you know if they ever get a hold of the animal you’re wanting. They also have a good selection of women’s reptile-​themed jewelry and purses that I enjoyed looking through.
Last time I was there, I talked with Raul. Awesome guy who’s very passionate about his ball pythons and definitely knows his stuff.
I’ll be back, for sure.