What would you like to see in your LFS?

I only want little things:

Clean and structured facility, competent and knowledgeable staff, sustainably sourced fish.

Maybe a little corner for biotope aquarists. Thanks.

 

In addition to pamphlets on the fish themselves, maybe have pamphlets (or a booklet?) on diseases too?

I know the one thing that bugs me is I can’t find a cheap light anywhere near me. The bar lights (not sure if that’s what they’re actually called) I order off amazon are like $15 but everywhere around here, their cheapest lights are $55 which is annoying. Looking into providing some cheaper options would encourage younger fish keeps (college age included) to buy from you rather than order offline

 

My Petco has an employee whos knowledgeable and always helps us stock our tank when we come

 

Loving all the feedback!

 

Selling already cycled sponges in general is a brilliant idea, and to be honest, I think that would be cheap to do, and would sell well.

My LFS does have male bettas in tanks with other fish (one per tank) and females in sorority tank. And it works really well.

Also if I can suggest, simply fresh colors on walls and good floor material makes all the difference compared to dull gray or greenish color.

With all your plans I read, I think you will do great. Go for it!