Image of several animals, including a colorful toucan, guinea pig, forest frog, prairie dog, red macaw, and a pair of ringtail lemurs. Theyre all in front of a jungle backdrop.
Image of several animals, including a colorful toucan, guinea pig, forest frog, prairie dog, red macaw, and a pair of ringtail lemurs. Theyre all in front of a jungle backdrop.

We Are Small Animal Specialists!

Collage of small animal pets, include a hamster, prairie dog and guinea pig.

We love love love small animals at Walter's World! From ferrets to dumbo rats, from hamster and gerbils, to prairie dogs and bunny rabbits, we have them all.

We can also special order - just ask!

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We Are Reptile Experts!

Fun snake character in lime green.
Sulcata tortoise with a clown python snake curled in a jungle natural setting.

Walter's World features a striking array of snakes, lizards, and turtles (and their cousins, frogs and toads!)

We can also special order an almost endless variety of special breeds.

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The
Jungle

Jungle plank, rope and bamboo bridge leading to a mysterious jungle entrance, with a cheerful monkey in the foreground beckoning the way.

Walter's World own unique exhibit featuring ringtail lemurs, monkeys, exotic snakes, and birds. See an albino cobra, the mighty Nile crocodile & much more!

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Image of sloth hanging from a large branch, like the sloth named Wookie who lives in Lubbock, Texas at Walter's World of Pets.

A Unique Animal Experience

The Sloth Encounter

Imagine - actually meeting and interacting with a real South American Two-toed Sloth!

Book your time today to meet Wookie, a kind gentle sloth soul who lives in the Walter's World Jungle. Sloths are one of the planet's most intriguing creatures, so come say hello to Wookie today!


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Supplies & Food Galore!

We perpetually strive to provide the best habitats, cages, food, toys and other supplies for all kinds of exotic critters. Whether it's a tropical habitat for your amazing chameleon or a setup for those curious gerbils, we have it covered!

We can also special order - just ask us about the potentials!

Best Brands Ever

We offer food and supplies from the best names in the business... ZooMed, Kaytee, Marshall, Exotic Nutrition, Zilla and many others. Every one has a proven track record, and we choose the best products so that you have the best choices available.

Your Animal In Mind

For everything we have in our store, we've given thoughtful consideration about the animals it's supposed to serve. We treat it like, "If it was our animal, what would we want?" In fact, many of us own those animals ourselves (no joke that we're animal lovers!!).
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Collage of a variety of foods, toys and other great supplies for different kinds of exotic pets, including birds, gerbiles, sugar gliders and much more.
Collage of a variety of different habitats and cages for different kinds of exotic pets, including geckos, lizards, bearded dragons, hamsters, rats, hermit crabs and much more.
Jungle vines, like where many exotic animals like lemurs, parrots and snakes might live.

A Own Expert Blog!

Critter Chronicle

Get the best advice, news and updates about your favorite pets right here at Walter's World!
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Important Care Tips for Your Exotic Small Animal Pet
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Welcoming a ferret, rabbit, guinea pig, or dumbo rat into your home brings unique joy and companionship. Many small mammals have…

Image of a healthy white cockatiel in a nice cage, like the birds and supplies available in Lubbock from Walter's World.
7 Essential Care Tips Every Exotic Bird Owner Should Know
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Bringing a feathered friend into your home introduces vibrant personality and song, but proper care is crucial for these…

Owners of a snake enjoying time with the animal, which is well cared for.
What Every Snake Owner Should Know
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Bringing home a pet snake—whether it's a docile Ball Python, colorful Corn Snake, striking Kingsnake, or majestic Boa Constrictor—…

Pet hermit crab with a seashell home, in its enclosure.
Hermit Crab Pets: 3 Essential Facts for New Owners
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If you've recently welcomed a hermit crab into your home, you've adopted one of the most fascinating exotic pets available. These…

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Monday-Friday: 11am to 6:30pm
Saturday: 10am to 6pm
Sunday: 1pm to 5pm

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Walter's World is a proud member of US ARK (The United States Association of Reptile Keepers).

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You can be assureed of high quality, ethical standards regarding all of our reptiles and amphibians.

 

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