About
Animal House Pet Shop is a longtime, independently owned fixture in Oregon City, OR — a full-line pet store where the aquatics department has grown into a genuine destination for local fishkeepers. Walk in and you'll find more fish, plants, and snails "than you could shake a stick at," as one recent visitor put it, sharing the floor with reptiles, birds, small animals, and dog and cat supplies. For anyone shopping for freshwater fish for sale in Oregon City, OR, the tanks lean toward planted-aquarium staples: shrimp, guppies, tetras, and a snail selection one reviewer called more varied than just about any place around Portland.
The fish side is in the middle of a big moment. Staff are building out a new fish room — "a huge expansion of the fish area," as Nathan described it in spring 2026 — and regulars say they can't wait until it's finished. Even mid-buildout, the freshwater plant and tank-setup knowledge stands out: Ryan's advice has "saved my fish from several amateur mistakes," and Lathen and Tristan have walked customers through starting up brand-new tanks from scratch.
Cichlid keepers are looked after too, with the owner known to arrange trade-ins and special-order dwarf cichlids. This is a hands-on, in-person fish store where you can talk through a build at the counter, hand-pick freshwater shrimp and aquatic plants, and leave with a plan — exactly what people want from a planted-tank shop near me. The reptile section, led by manager Nikki, is equally beloved, from bearded dragons and leopard geckos to a resident iguana that keeps kids and longtime hobbyists coming back.
Prices can run a bit above the big-box stores, but the steady praise for healthy livestock, clean enclosures, and knowledgeable staff is why people drive in from Beaverton and beyond. For planted tanks, cichlids, and freshwater fish for sale in Oregon City, OR, Animal House is a true local independent.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Animal House Pet Shop in Oregon City, OR
Animal House Pet Shop stocks cichlids, shrimp, invertebrates, livebearers, tetras, betta fish, aquarium plants and freshwater fish for sale in Oregon City, OR. As a fish store serving Oregon City, OR, it also carries aquarium equipment and fish food and offers aquarium consultations and aquarium setup.
- Livestock & products
- CichlidsPlanted TanksLive PlantsShrimpInvertebratesLivebearersTetrasBettasAquarium EquipmentFish Food
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Aquatics department is mid-expansion — staff are building out a new, larger fish room
- Strong planted-tank freshwater selection: shrimp, guppies, tetras, live plants, and a standout snail variety
- Cichlid keepers get trade-ins and special-ordered dwarf cichlids arranged by the owner
- Hands-on tank-setup help from staff like Ryan, Lathen, and Tristan
- Full-line independent pet shop with a beloved reptile section led by manager Nikki
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Good prices on Dog food & treats”
— Whitney Coe4.02 weeks ago“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐️ I had a difficult experience with another manager at The Animal House in Oregon City, and I was extremely frustrated with how the situation was handled. Thankfully, Nikki stepped in and completely turned things around. Nikki took the time to listen to my concerns, communicated clearly throughout the process, and worked hard to resolve the issue involving a small animal. Her professionalism, compassion, and genuine care made all the difference. She treated both me and the animal with respect and made sure the situation was handled properly. What stood out most was Nikki’s dedication to finding a solution and keeping me informed every step of the way. Thanks to her efforts, what started as a negative experience ended on a very positive note. Thank you, Nikki, for your outstanding customer service and commitment to helping animals. I truly appreciate everything you did and highly recommend The Animal House because of the care and professionalism you showed.”
— Liyah Shanté5.02 weeks ago“First time in the shop today, had more fish/plants/snails than I could shake a stick at. Dude we talked to (tall guy with dark hair) was very knowledgeable and really helpful. Prices were great and the conditions, for all animals not just the fish, were very well kept. Will definitely be going back.”
— Paul S. Nigra5.02 weeks ago“Awesome place to get new friends and food for your current little ones”
— Branden Newman5.02 weeks ago“It my favorite place to get my animal supply’s in Oregon city, large selection for all kinds of animals and wonderful staff”
— autumn arter5.02 weeks ago“It's a hidden gem for reptiles and a real vibe!! 💓 Too bad the first time I came here I didn't think much but I never got helped. Second time I came, same thing. I don't think this store has good employees because they were all different each time. If you have a fish room, try actually having a fish guy!!! Those tanks are also in rough shape. All I wanted was a few aquatic plants and maybe some shrimp but left with nothing. I won't be coming back.”
— Marcos Pannell1.02 weeks ago“Love this pet shop get good customer service but if getting feeder rodents verify that there aren't still crickets in the box they give you because you might end up with crickets lose in your house”
— Jamie Mcfarland4.02 weeks ago“Super awesome staff! Amazing supply and selection! 10 out of 10!”
— Tyler Heart5.04 weeks ago“This place takes good care of their animals and knows their stuff, although the customer service isn’t the best last time I came in there was one of the staff there then they left the counter unattended. Me and another customer were left to wait at the counter with no help for 3 minutes phone rang twice with no one to pick it up. Another worker had passed and didn’t help us.”
— Ashley Woods2.0a month ago“Ryan hooked me up today! My smaller 20gal tank got destroyed by a bunch of black algae look at the before and after! We also got a bunch of new shrimp and some guppies to go along with our little tetra and other shrimp n”
— AMEERICA125.0a month ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (503) 657-0307 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Animal House Pet Shop.