Pet Samaritan Clinic

Really friendly staff. Dr. Erickson and Dr. Ewing have both been patient and knowledgable in answering all of the questions I’ve had about my senior dog’s new health issues.

My dog was having some scary symptoms that worried me enough to find a local vet since my usual vet was booked for the next week. So I chose this place based off ratings and locations.
$ 56 later I was told he needed two teeth pulled and a mouth cleaning (because I was told his teeth were really bad) then sent me a quote of over $ 1800, yes you heard me right. $ 1800 for a 14lbs dog to have teeth cleaned and two teeth pulled as they seemed to be the issue. Ruled out anything else or trying antibiotics or any medication. Just straight to pulling teeth. Something didn’t seem right about this. I was able to make an appointment the following week at my vet.
Here’s what happen at my vet:
he said his teeth look GREAT for 10 years old, they could use a cleaning but not completely necessary. That no teeth or moving so there would be NO reason to pull any teeth. $ 20 later I got an antibiotic to see if his symptoms improve, if not, we rule out the bacterial infection and move on to a different medication.
You can imagine my frustration and why I decided to write this. Apparently they saw a new customer they could get $ 1800 out of without even offering to try anything else. Or maybe that’s just a poor call on the Veterinarian.
Have no plans to return or recommend to others.

I started going here after adopting a FeLV+ cat. The shelter that I adopted him from takes their cats here.
I’m a student, so my financial resources are limited, but I prioritize my pet’s health to the extent that I’m able. I signed up for the wellness plan to get discounts on office visits and etc. I haven’t shopped around much, though I imagine that I could find cheaper pet care in town. I will say that my experiences so far have been empathetic and helpful in this regard — I’ve had numerous conversations about the cost of various treatments, I’ve received referrals, and I’ve received free samples of things. Everyone that I’ve encountered here has seemed focused on helping me get the best care for my animal, in whatever way that’s achievable for us.
We’ve only been in a handful of times in the past year and half or so, but I’ve found the folks at Pet Sam responsive and caring. I’ve been squeezed in for same-​day appointments and next-​day appointments (after calling to inquire about an issue), and I’ve never had to wait for more than 15 minutes in the lobby. (I guess that hasn’t been everyone’s experience.) It’s not a spacious building, and it can get a bit crowded, but it never feels too chaotic to me.
Some of the folks here have known my cat longer than I have (from his shelter years), and they’re always really sweet and seem excited to see him. I’ve been to other vets in bygone years and had mixed experiences. Pet Sam has been really good to us.

We just adopted a kitten from OHS last weekend and I was able to get a same-​day appointment at Pet Samaritan today. I emailed them our kitten’s health records, and Dr. Klau was already well-​versed on her history by the time we got there. I really appreciated his thoroughness and the compassionate demeanor displayed by him and the vet tech. I am so relieved to have found a clinic like Pet Samaritan, it’s really eased my new-​mom anxiety.
The prices were much lower than I’d anticipated, and we got a quote for our next visit’s expenses as well. I would recommend them to anyone. Thanks so much!

Dr. Ewing is the best vet I’ve ever been to. She is truly concerned about the pets health and well being. You don’t have to worry about being charged for something your pet doesn’t need. The chain vets work on a quota and have to see so many pets per day and as many services they can get in is what I’ve heard from someone (not Pet Samaritan). My dog was misdiagnosed at Banfield.

My dog has gone to this place since she was a puppy. They have taken the absolute best care of her always. Today they were so kind to me when we had a little emergency. Thank you everyone at Pet Samaritan! Robin & Chevelle!

I have been taking my pets… dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds… to Pet Samaritan for the last twenty some years. They are compassionate, friendly, knowledgeable, reasonably priced, and thorough. I have had only good experiences. Karen

Cost-​conscious but more than that, friendly and professional — they understand animals and pet-​owners. I’ve had great experiences with both our greyhound and our two cats. Highly recommend Pet Samaritan Clinic!

I ended up at this vet by referral after a horrendous experience at another local office.
I had my appt with Dr Davies a couple years ago and never looked back. My first visit she recommended I see a specialist. I respect that my cats problem was out of her range of expertise and she admitted that instead of proceeding and potentially costing me a ton of money on chasing a solution. Dr Davies goes out of her way to answer my questions and explains things in a way I can understand. Having a chronically sick elderly cat is expensive and scary but I have never felt like they wouldn’t have a solution to any problem we may have.
The vet techs have always been extremely nice as well as the front desk. They, too, are available for anything I may bring to them.
The only negative things I could say about the experiences would be they are often times late to their appts. Although a bit annoying, I usually calculate this into my schedule. My general take away is they are usually late because of a customer before me needed extra time– and in those regards I’d like to imagine if I was the customer that needed some extra time I could rest knowing the doctors and techs could prioritize me if needed. I guess the only other thing I could potentially see as negative is the small lobby– where at peak hours seems super congested and stressful. I have an anxious cat and there can be many dogs (behaved or not) and other animals all in the same tiny space. Most of my feelings about this are mostly projection and I am not that big of a dog person. In reality, I have only ever seen a couple incidences where things have gotten a little too rambunctious. There is not much they can do about the space and they do well with what they have.
All in all, I would definitely recommend this office. I have a lot of friends that have made this their primary vet and although I only have experience with Dr Davies I have heard good reviews from the other doctors on staff. They have a wide arrange of services they offer and are comparable to price in other vets. They aren’t the cheapest but affordable. After having some horrific cheap vet visits at other places — you get what you pay for. I would rather go a little more in debt here than anywhere else.

Taking my cats to the vet is always an expensive experience which is a constant bummer. It’s true that I haven’t price checked too much against Pet Sam, but I will say that they always make the bill go down easier because of their incredibly friendly staff and their insurance program. The ladies behind the counter are always, always cheerful. They can get busy in there, but they take it in stride and have been nothing but pleasant and friendly. We also love Dr. Ewing and Dr. Davies, the two vets that we see there. I completely trust them both.
Mostly, I’m writing this review to commend them on how they helped us through the trauma of putting my mom’s dog to sleep. He was a beloved family pet and we were all beside ourselves with grief. They did everything right from start to finish. The vet tech (I’m sorry I don’t know his name) and Dr. Davies were so incredibly compassionate and caring. They gave us our space but properly talked us through the necessities. They let us all gather around a blanket on the floor where our dog was where we could pet him, cry and tell stories for as long as we wanted. They were so helpful in guiding us through the process, giving us options and explaining the procedure. They even let us leave through the back door so we wouldn’t frighten anyone with our red and swollen faces. I just can’t say enough for their kindness. They made a very difficult experience endurable. Thank you Pet Sam for your caring and kindness towards our family, Mack, Winslow and Ira.
So, overall, two thumbs up. We’ll continue to be loyal clients and I would refer them to anyone.

Have you ever left the Vet feeling ripped off? Well its not a great feeling.
I brought my very healthy Boston Terrier in because he ripped a nail. He does this all the time and I like the Vet to clean it up nice for him so it can heal. Its happened plenty of times, its no big deal.
Well Pet Samaritan charged me 126 $ to clean his nail? How can you justify this? Well they said its 55 $ for the exam? I said what exam? You mean when the Vet looked in his ear and his mouth and said hes a very nice looking and healthy dog. 55 $ for that?
I didnt want a exam, all i wanted was for you to clean his nail up. Thats it! I have been to a emergency vet on a sunday because my regular vet was closed and they charged me less than this place.
Very dissapointed, i wont be coming back here.

On the recommendation of a few friends, I took my older cat Blueberry here for a problem claw and some dermatological issues. I had heard that they do pro bono work for a no kill shelter with many elderly cats.
They were not only able to see her that day, but also got her records transferred from her previous vet. Blueberry is an indoor only pet and is not at her best when going to the Doctor so I was nervous about how she would take to this experience.
The location is very convenient. The waiting room is small and sparse and not the most comfortable and exam rooms and not fancy, but the staff was warm and welcoming and the service was my main concern. While waiting to see the vet, one of the Vets came out to talk to a woman who was distressed about her cat and she started to cry. The Vet was very compassionate and understanding and immediately invited her to the back to finish the conversation. It was a testament to their bedside manner. .
During the initial exam, the tech was gentle, kind and caring in a less than ideal environment. She put me at ease even though Blue’s behavior was less than stellar.
The Vet was also great. I was able to feel comfortable that my old girl was in good hands. The tech stayed with us the whole time to act as a second set of hands on my nervous girl so I could just stay out of the way and be in Blue’s sight line for comfort.
They did a thorough exam, explained to me what the issues were, what they felt should be done and the options of how they could do it. They ended up taking her in the back to do the procedures so they could wrap her up in a towel and they were only gone a few minutes. They asked me before they did it.
They fixed her claw up, trimmed all her nails, popped her kitty pimple (No joke!) and offered me a few different options for antibiotic administration and let me know the price differential upfront.
All in all, she was in much better shape then I had feared and we are trying her on a new diet to see if we can get her skin issues under control that way before exploring more expensive options.
Overall, my first experience there was great. Don’t expect a fancy building with lots of bells and whistles, but do expect friendly, compassionate staff and a lot of seasoned experience.
Thanks Pet Samaritan.
Blueberry and kitty momma

My poor rabbit had a nasty case of ear mites and the people at Pet Samaritan were absolutely fantastic. Incredibly kind and caring, they really worked with me to be able to get Octavius the care he needed. I will definitely be using Pet Sam as my regular vet. Thank you so much!

I brought my dog in for a heart worm check. I suggested putting a muzzle on her just in case. The previous time she snapped at the tech who took a rectal temperature. He was a bit rough with that. She isn’t an aggressive dog, but if she isn’t calmed before poking and prodding, she will get upset.
So, the muzzle was extremely tight, like it was meant for a Pomeranian instead of a 70 pound dog. A 2^nd tech joined in to restrain my dog against the ground to take a blood sample from her hind leg. In the process, the dog squirmed and hit her head pretty hard against the floor. This was the first time I have ever taken my dog to a vet (7 years old now) that the staff restrained her for anything, let alone with a muzzle on. This went on without a successful attempt to draw blood.
Out of frustration, I suggested allowing her to stand and while I rubbed her head to calm her down, the tech easily drew the blood sample without a single bit of struggle with her standing. Ugh!
It doesn’t need to be difficult if you know what you are doing and understand animals. I won’t be bringing her back there again though. If this is how they handle an animal to poke a needle into the back of their leg, I can’t imagine what they would do with something more serious.

After a terrible experience at Penninsula Dog and Cat Clinic, this place was like an oasis. It came highly recommended by a colleague who has been going there for 12+ years. We ended up having to put our cat to sleep on the second visit… RIP Toni… and they made the experience really warm and comforting. They are really great people — so friendly and so knowledgeable. We love them!

Cons: not the cheapest vet. Pros: friendly staff that seems very trust worthy. They successfully treated my s. o’s dog’s abscessed tooth. After having experienced the sub par corporate vets of oregon, who’s name rhymes with canfield, it was worth the extra money. Though they don’t offer payment plans unless it’s an emergency such as an animal being hit by a car, they do accept «comfort credit» a credit card that can only be used at medical facilites.

This place is amazing. I’m so glad I found it and that it’s so close to my house. I’m new to Portland, and finding a good vet is always a challenge.
They are very nice here. From the office staff to the assistants to the doctor. They are friendly and very knowledgeable. They made us and my furry little trouble-​maker Corgi feel right at home and at ease.
They are thorough and answer every and all questions. They outline exactly how much everything will cost before it’s done, so there’s no surprises. Best of all, they offer a Pet Insurance plan through them, that is SO worth it. For about $ 300 or so a year, you get half off many of their services, visits, hospitalization if needed, and you get free vaccines. It’s a nice thing to have and it’s definitely at a pretty reasonable price.

I’ve been taking my older cat here for two years, at first out of convenience but then because I found Dr Erickson who is absolutely wonderful. She has been his primary doctor and as my cat is relatively special needs in terms of his health, we see her a lot. The supporting staff have always been kind as well.
Also: get the pet insurance. It has saved me SO much money over the years!

I’ve been going to pet sam since i moved to portland in 1995. they are awesome.
i don’t have rabbits so i can’t speak to that aspect of their service.

We switched to Pet Samaritan vet after being very unhappy with our previous vet and we love them! All of their support staff are wonderful. Their vet techs are professional, respectful and compassionate with our dogs and most importantly Dr. Erickison is amazing. We love her. She is knowledgeable, respectful towards us and our pets, and you can tell she enjoys what she does. We don’t love all of the On call vets., but that is our only complaint. They also have an amazing insurance plan you can purchase that is great for puppies. We get ½ off all exams, ½ off spaying/​neutering free vaccines and great discounts on everything else. It was around $ 200.00 and was well worth it. We are so glad we purchased it.