I've seen sick/dying/dead fish in all of the local stores...but also have healthy, happy fish from both Rutland and Mission stores.
The problem is that the livestock is being stressed too many times...being shipped to the suppliers, then again shipped to the interior. Also a lot of employees who really aren't experienced in SW needs. ( Total Pet is bad for this...and also the most expensive livestock )
I'm leery about buying from display tanks in a retail shop that have very visable aptasia/flatworm/hair algae problems as well....those you will be able to judge for yourself.
We definitely need a good marine/reef store in the interior !
