Allan's Pet Center

Allan's Pet Center Since 1963, Allan’s Pet Center in LA offers exotic pets, supplies & hands-on care. Visit 3330 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica or
1256 S Atlantic Blvd,East LA

Allan's Aquarium and Pet Center truly lives up to the title "If you think you've seen the largest, see us." This fabulous gem has the most unique supplies and exotic pets available in the Santa Monica, Venice and Culver City areas... more than any other pet store around. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly, with ownership of this tantalizing establishment here for over 50 years. We c

arry a variety of dog and cat foods and supplies to choose from to satisfy any of your pets’ dietary needs. See why kids cannot get enough of this place....Alan's aquarium two floors of merchandise for the pet lover in you!

09/04/2026

Those oversized claws do most of the work. The tail is the backup plan. 🦂

Emperor scorpions rely on crushing strength rather than venom, which is why their sting is often compared to a bee sting and why they have a reputation as one of the calmest scorpions in the hobby. They also glow bright blue under UV light thanks to a compound in their exoskeleton. Keep them warm, humid, and give them deep substrate to burrow into with a solid hide on top.

Want a display invert with real presence? See what we have at allanspetcenter.com or come by either LA location.

🌐 allanspetcenter.com
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

09/02/2026

Those rows of armor plating are not decoration, they are body armor with a purpose. 🦎

Sudan plated lizards wedge themselves into rock crevices and puff up so the overlapping scales lock them in place, making them nearly impossible to pull out. In captivity that instinct turns into serious burrowing, so deep substrate, heavy cork bark, and stacked stable rock work matter more than open floor space. Give them a hot basking spot and they turn into confident, curious, surprisingly bold lizards.

We stock the durable decor and heat gear these desert dwellers need. Browse at allanspetcenter.com or come see one in person.

🌐 allanspetcenter.com
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

08/31/2026

Eight eyes, and the two big ones see better than almost any other invertebrate on earth. 🕷

Jumping spiders hunt by sight instead of webs, stalking prey and calculating the leap before they take it. That vision is also why they turn to track you through the glass, which is exactly what makes them feel more like a tiny pet than a bug. They stay small, live in a vertical enclosure the size of a jar, and eat flightless fruit flies or pinhead crickets.

Curious about starting with inverts? These are one of the easiest entry points. See what we have at allanspetcenter.com or come meet them in store.

🌐 allanspetcenter.com
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

08/28/2026

Look closely at that pattern and you can see why morph collecting became a whole hobby. 🐍

Ball pythons carry more documented genetic morphs than almost any other reptile, and combos like this one turn the classic dark brown and gold into something brighter and more defined. Care stays the same across every morph: a warm side around 88 to 90°F, a cool side near 78, snug hides on both ends, and humidity steady enough for clean sheds. Docile, slow moving, and easy to handle once settled.

New morphs come through often. Check what is available at allanspetcenter.com or stop by either LA location.

🌐 allanspetcenter.com
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

08/26/2026

Fits in your palm today. Over 100 pounds later. 🐢

Sulcata tortoises are the third largest tortoise species in the world, and that adorable hatchling size lasts about a year before the growth really starts. They need a grass and hay based diet, strong UVB, dry warm conditions, and eventually far more outdoor space than most people plan for. Fruit and lettuce are the fastest way to a soft, pyramided shell.

Thinking about one? Come talk to our reptile team first so you go in with the full picture, or start at allanspetcenter.com.

🌐 allanspetcenter.com
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

08/24/2026

That head-up tilt is not attitude, it is thermoregulation. Painted agamas need a 100 to 110°F basking spot before digestion even starts. Get the heat and UVB right and a sluggish lizard turns active fast. Think of them as the bearded dragon's rarer cousin. Gear at allanspetcenter.com 🦎

08/21/2026

There's a nationwide cricket shortage right now. We saw it coming and kept our shelves stocked at both LA locations.

🌐 allanspetcenter.com
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

08/19/2026

Petco's out of crickets. We're not. We doubled our order so your reptile never misses a meal. Come see us at either LA location.

🌐 allanspetcenter.com
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

08/17/2026

Buying your first snake setup piece by piece is a headache. This skips all of that. 🐍

These Zoo Med kits come with everything you need in one box, so you're not standing in the aisle trying to figure out if you grabbed the right substrate or the wrong bulb. It's all in there:

- Enclosure
- Water dish
- Substrate
- Heating and light fixtures

If you're new to this or just don't feel like sourcing every part on your own, this is the easy button. Grab one and you're basically ready to go.

Come pick yours up at Allan's.
📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

08/14/2026

Nobody does side-eye like a bearded dragon. 🦎

There's a reason beardies are the reptile everyone falls for first. They're calm, they're curious, and once they figure out you're the one with the food, they'll bond with you and actually seem happy to see you. Watch one for five minutes and you'll get it.

To keep that color bright and that energy up, they need fresh greens every day, dusted bugs, and a proper high-output UVB and basking setup. Skimp on the lighting and everything else suffers.

Whether you're upgrading a setup or just want to keep your dragon thriving, come talk to us.

📍 West LA: (424) 832-3009
📍 East LA: (323) 406-2048

Address

3330 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA
90405

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 8pm

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