It is the responsibility of the customer to verify local and state regulations regarding livestock legality prior to purchase.
**Please note that any orders placed for species prohibited in your state will be canceled. Due to the administrative and specialist labor involved in compliance checks, a $100 restocking and processing fee will be deducted from your refund.
We proudly provide nationwide shipping across the 48 continental United States. Additionally, we are fully equipped to ship our specialist-grade livestock to Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and Canada. To ensure the health and safety of your fish, we offer overnight and fast shipping options to minimize travel time and stress.
Transparent Shipping Rates
United States Customers:
| Overnight (Recommended for Live Fish) | Two-Day Shipping (Hardy Species Where Safe) |
|---|---|
| $54.99 | $32.99 |
Livestock Handling & Shipping
Your peace of mind is just as important as the health of our fish. Our rigorous shipping protocols are engineered to minimize travel stress and guarantee a seamless delivery experience. Fish R Us stands at the forefront of safe, humane livestock transport, focusing on the long-term success of your aquarium from the moment the box is sealed to the moment you release them into your tank.
To ensure the safety of your livestock and avoid weekend transit delays, we prioritize shipping early in the week. Orders selected for Overnight Shipping typically depart Monday through Thursday, while Two-Day Shipping orders are dispatched Monday through Wednesday. This schedule ensures your fish never spend a Sunday in a carrier warehouse.
To guarantee the highest survival rates, all livestock undergoes a professional conditioning period before travel. This includes a strategic fast and a rigorous health inspection to ensure every fish is robust and ready for transit. This process significantly maintains water chemistry within the shipping bag, providing a cleaner, lower-stress environment for the journey.
Your fish’s safety is our absolute priority. Before we ship, we evaluate the forecast along the entire travel path to identify any potential risks. If conditions are deemed unsafe, we will hold your order until a suitable weather window opens. This proactive approach ensures a successful arrival, even if it means a short delay in transit.