Scamps Pet Centers
Clackamas OR 97015
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Let me clear a few things up by Anonymous 2. at InsiderPages
I just recently started working at a Scamps (not the one listed above) and I'd like to clear up a few things:
A) If the store you've visited is uncomfortably dirty and it offends you, I'd suggest pointing it out to the store's manager. My store employs two dedicated cleaners who come in every night of the week to clean/maintain the animals' cages (mainly the dogs, cats, birds and other mammals) while it is my responsibility to clean the reptile cages which I tend to every day. I take great pride in running a cleanly store, as I am an avid animal lover and can't stand seeing them dirty. I also bathe each dog at least once a week, and try and brush them every day. Also, pertaining to the puppies in a garbage can for cleaning portion of a precious post, I can verify that is not something we ever do (not at the store I work at). We are also allowed to give the animals any toys we feel they would like, and the toys go home with the animal when they are purchased (removing the fear of illness spreading). We don't re-use toys as implied.
B) Every dog and cat we sell gets their immunizations every two weeks while in the store (the required amount is once a month), not to mention the fact that we keep a close watch if any animals get sick. If they are sick, they get moved to the back kennels and are not for sale until they get a clean bill of health from a privately owned veterinary clinic. We have several kittens right now that have colds, so twice a day they get Clavamox (animal amoxicillin) until they are healthy again, but are not for sale until then.
C) Our puppies do not come from puppy mills, and you don't have to take my word for it. All of our puppies/kittens are AKC certified, or certified by another of a handful of reputable registries. You can ask any of the sales associates of the origins of any cats/dogs and they can inform you further.
If any of the things
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Over priced! Go to Petsmart! by Robin W. at InsiderPages
This place is ok, I guess. They have the usual cats, dogs, small furry critters as well as rats, lizards and a good selection of fish and other aquaduct items. Oh, and birds, lots of them. When I asked quetions to the people in the fish area they did not know the anwsers. There were also wuite a few dead, half eaten fish in some tanks! Avoid this place if you can!
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I don't care what anyone says about this crappy place, it sucks!! The place smells because they don't take care of the animals. They don't care. All they care about is making money. The poor animals are in small cages and never get any interaction. Scamps buys from Puppy Mills. If you don't believe me look it up. They even had a feature on one of the news channels. I would never buy from a pet store when there are tons of animals in shelters, rescue groups, and you can look on Pet Finder and find awesome dogs. I got both of my JRT's from the shelter for $100.00. They are the best dogs and I have never had a problem.
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You can get a pet from the Humane Society, breeder, or a private home, etc. and STILL not know the animals full background or disposition! Give me a break!.The shelters are actually worse then a pet store, at least at the pet store they don't get euthanized if they are not purchased within a few weeks. Which is exactly what the shelters do! (Minus the Humane Society) To top that off the animals get to smell the other animals being cremated! Did you know that some shelters automatically put an animal down if they come in with a medical problem instead of treating it? In all reality if I was in a situation where I had to re home a pet I would take it to Scamps before the shelter! If people would spay/neuter their pets we wouldn't all be here talking trash about pet stores! So if you are really a true animal lover stop posting comments about a subject you know nothing about and go do something with your opinion! You sure seem to have time to sit in front of a computer screen! What do people expect a pet store to smell like roses? I came across these postings looking for the phone number of the Tigard Scamps. I plan on returning to this store tomorrow to purchase a kitten that I fell in love with there. The young man who was working there was amazing! He knew all the animals personalities and where they came from. He was friendly and obviously cares for the animals. I have been going to this store for many many years and yes there has been a few rude people who have worked there in the past. The thing is, there are rude people everywhere!
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I just recently started working at a Scamps (not the one listed above) and I'd like to clear up a few things: A) If the store you've visited is uncomfortably dirty and it offends you, I'd suggest pointing it out to the store's manager. My store employs two dedicated cleaners who come in every night of the week to clean/maintain the animals' cages (mainly the dogs, cats, birds and other mammals) while it is my responsibility to clean the reptile cages which I tend to every day. I take great pride in running a cleanly store, as I am an avid animal lover and can't stand seeing them dirty. I also bathe each dog at least once a week, and try and brush them every day. Also, pertaining to the puppies in a garbage can for cleaning portion of a precious post, I can verify that is not something we ever do (not at the store I work at). We are also allowed to give the animals any toys we feel they would like, and the toys go home with the animal when they are purchased (removing the fear of illness spreading). We don't re-use toys as implied. B) Every dog and cat we sell gets their immunizations every two weeks while in the store (the required amount is once a month), not to mention the fact that we keep a close watch if any animals get sick. If they are sick, they get moved to the back kennels and are not for sale until they get a clean bill of health from a privately owned veterinary clinic. We have several kittens right now that have colds, so twice a day they get Clavamox (animal amoxicillin) until they are healthy again, but are not for sale until then. C) Our puppies do not come from puppy mills, and you don't have to take my word for it. All of our puppies/kittens are AKC certified, or certified by another of a handful of reputable registries. You can ask any of the sales associates of the origins of any cats/dogs and they can inform you further. If any of the things
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I have read all of these ads, and I am appalled that some people can still say Scamps is great! My pet didn't get sick! teehee! after all the evidence against Scamps. Every time I have ever set foot in a Scamps, there have been animals stuffed into overcrowded, dirty, or inappropriate cages (or all of the above). Rabbits stay in a bin on the floor with so many animals in it, there's hardly room for them to move around! Puppies sit in wire-floored cages (not good for their feet), even if they are extra large breeds that require MUCH more space to move around (even the small breeds only had enough space to take a few steps in any direction). Scamps does not background check their animals - they will take animals from anyone! This includes puppy mills! You have no way of telling if the animal you get is healthy, or if it has a family history of genetic health problems. To those of you that have said you got healthy, happy animals here, then yes, you were lucky. But that doesn't mean you should continue to support this company. Are you willing to risk your next pet being horribly ill on a company that has had SO many complaints of such a horrific nature? Do yourself a favor - next time you are ready to get a pet, go to a shelter, or at least go to a reputable breeder! Cause the fact of the matter is, even if you think you are saving that poor little puppy in the window, at the end of the day you're just supporting a bad business whose only goal is to get your money.
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I have been into Scamps several times. We purchased a teddy bear hamster, the cage, & everything for my daughter's birthday present. The guy who helped me was very nice, accommodating & he actually set everything up for me in the store prior to leaving. It was perfect! We also purchased a male pom-poo for $600, who is now 6 mos old. We LOVE this dog, he has been perfect for our family. The girl who helped us was very nice, helpful, and she took the time to get all the basic supplies we needed without us being rushed. He has been worth every penney. On our 1st visit to the vet he did have a slight ear infection & they were dirty. He also had a slight eye infection. Scamps paid for the vet bill, and within 5 days the dog was fine. On our 2nd vet visit last week, he is in stellar health & has no problems at all. My experiences with Scamps have been positive. I do think there are too many dogs there. They share cages that are too small for even one dog. The store is too small for that many animals. There aren't enough people working to give all the animals the appropriate attention & customer service that everyone needs. The store is always busy. I don't think that adopting a pet is always the best idea. It depends on the situation & animal you're getting. I've been to several Portland metro shelters & they are also overfilled with animals and many are sick & under medical treatment. They don't know the complete history of the animals, so in the long run you're not guaranteed anything there either.
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Primary Phone: (503) 786-6078