Business Details
23 Years
experience
Local Pet Store with Live Animals & Pet Education
Established in 2003, Critter Cabana has grown from a grassroots love of animals into a community-focused pet store serving Newberg and surrounding areas. Our founders' lifelong passion for animal husbandry and education drives our commitment to providing expert care guidance and high-quality pet products. We prioritize creating enriching human-animal connections through carefully curated live animal selections, interactive educational programs, and specialized grooming services.With over two decades of continuous operation, our team combines practical experience with ongoing training to maintain superior animal welfare standards while fostering meaningful pet-owner relationships. Our facility maintains strict cleanliness protocols while preserving a welcoming atmosphere that reflects our original mission: facilitating fulfilling pet ownership experiences that positively impact both animals and their caretakers.
Services
Live Animals
Pet Grooming
Educational Programs
Birthday Parties
Pet Supplies
Animal Rentals
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 20+ years delivering exceptional pet care expertise
- Diverse live animal inventory with specialized housing needs
- Community-focused educational programs for all age groups
- Interactive approach emphasizing hands-on animal interaction
- Award-winning birthday parties with 400+ verified reviews
What people say
Interactive animal handling
Clean facility
Patient staff
Educational programs
Creative birthday parties
Services
Live Animals
We offer a carefully curated selection of live animals including reptiles, small mammals, and exotic birds. Each animal receives specialized care while in our facility. Our staff provides comprehensive guidance on proper housing, feeding, and behavioral needs to ensure successful pet ownership.
Pet Grooming
Our professional grooming services include nail trimming, bathing, and coat maintenance for various species. Technicians follow strict hygiene protocols while providing personalized care. We accommodate both scheduled appointments and walk-in customers during operating hours.
Educational Programs
Interactive presentations bring animals to schools, daycare centers, and community events. Programs are tailored for different age groups with hands-on learning experiences. We provide specialized curriculum connections for classroom settings and elder care facilities.
Birthday Parties
Custom animal interaction parties feature age-appropriate species with expert supervision. Available for 10-18 children with optional location-based pricing. Our presenters emphasize tactile learning experiences rather than traditional performances for engaging celebrations.
Animal Rentals
We provide short-term animal rentals for educational purposes with complete habitat packages. Available species vary by season and include necessary supplies. This service supports classroom learning units while ensuring proper animal welfare standards.
People
Matt Johnson
Co-Owner
Co-founder with decades of animal husbandry experience. Combines practical knowledge with community engagement. Focuses on strategic growth while maintaining original mission values.
Brittani Johnson
Community Relations Director
Driven by childhood passion for animals. Oversees educational programs and community outreach. Ensures customer engagement aligns with company's animal welfare philosophy.
Scott Johnson
Operations Manager
Brings extensive management experience after relocating from Virginia. Oversees daily operations and supply chain logistics. Maintains quality control for all animal care practices.
Questions
What live animals do you currently have available?
Our in-stock list updates nightly. Visit our website or call 503-537-2570 to check current availability of reptiles, small mammals, birds, and exotic species.
Do you offer pet grooming services for all animal types?
We provide grooming for common pets like cats and small mammals. Schedule appointments by calling our Newberg location during regular business hours.
Can I rent animals for classroom educational purposes?
Yes! Our Animal for a Day program rents classroom pets with complete habitat setup. Reservations require minimum one-week notice for planning purposes.
Are field trips available for senior care facilities?
We offer tailored presentations for elder care facilities. Our staff brings appropriate animals and provides interactive experiences designed for therapeutic benefits.
What payment methods do you accept for services?
We accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards at our Newberg location. Payment required at time of service booking for events and rentals.
Reviews (4)
Trajan Lovingier
May 21, 2022
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If you are having a difficult time finding a cat or dog to adopt. Look no furthur. Critter Cabana has a large number of all size cats & dogs for your selecetion. I payed $1200. For my Shi-poo. Half shutzu Half poodle. Great mix small 14 lb. Adult now. Wonderfull pet would definetly buy again.
Patrick Randolph
Apr 27, 2022
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Great place to find a puppy $$$$. Some of their shelved items had heavy dust build up and the staff could be trained. Overall it's a decent pet store and I would use this location again.
Cari Pynch
Apr 26, 2022
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I have been to this location several times and have loved seeing the puppies and the other animals they have. However, today when I came in I was rather shocked at how dirty the puppy pins where. There were live crickets in the pins with the puppies. I counted at least ten crickets. There were dead crickets in the water bowels, and the material in which the puppies are in (appears to be some sort of grain material) was also in the water and food bowls.
This really made me sad for the puppies. it seems like the workers are not taking the time to make sure the puppies needs are met. and they are not keeping the pins clean. As for the crickets, I assume these are crickets that are meant for the reptiles. and that crickets get loose often. however, dead crickets in the animals water dishes is unacceptable.
This really made me sad for the puppies. it seems like the workers are not taking the time to make sure the puppies needs are met. and they are not keeping the pins clean. As for the crickets, I assume these are crickets that are meant for the reptiles. and that crickets get loose often. however, dead crickets in the animals water dishes is unacceptable.
Jamie L.
Apr 24, 2022
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Super friendly employees! All of the employees knew what they were talking about and were very helpful. Great selection of reptiles and all animals to be honest. Very clean environment. When I mentioned the puppies had pooped in one of the bins they were fast to clean it up. Very cool store can't come to see what they have in stock next time.
