Popular Post priceyface Posted July 10, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 10, 2023 Hey all, Looking for a pet-friendly (cat) condo apartment for my mother in Pattaya. Preferably North Pattaya / Na Kluea, with a community of other animal lovers in the 50+ range. Failing that Pratamnak area. It's tough going! Most real estate agents say there are only a few condos that are pet friendly. I've found a few more by asking friends and digging deeper. Thought I'd throw out the question on this forum to see if there are any I've omitted. Sharing a list below for the benefit of others: Na Kluea The Riviera Wongamat Saranchol Condominium The Cove Central Pattaya Somerset (more of a hotel vibe though) Jomtien Reflection Jomtien Beach Pattaya Riviera Ocean View Riviera (the other one in Jomtien) Jada Beach Condominium Dusit Grand Condo View FYI, you could say the cat is a service / therapy cat. Hopefully they'll be more places open to pets for assistance or disabilities in the future. Many thanks in advance. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted July 10, 2023 Share Posted July 10, 2023 Some places don't advertise it, but they make problems for some animals which are small and not noisy. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
priceyface Posted July 10, 2023 Author Share Posted July 10, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said: Some places don't advertise it, but they make problems for some animals which are small and not noisy. Yeah, I've called around to many with numbers on google and elsewhere, some of the above offer 'in unit' only. The only other option is to knock around and ask, hence this post ????. Thanks for the response. Hoping to glean some more condo suggestions on here. Edited July 10, 2023 by priceyface Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post nobodysfriend Posted July 11, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 11, 2023 (edited) 13 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said: Some places don't advertise it, but they make problems for some animals which are small and not noisy. Some places don't advertise what ? That they allow pets ? That they do not allow pets ? They make problems for small and not noisy animals ? What about the bigger ones ? Confusing post . Edited July 11, 2023 by nobodysfriend 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 9 minutes ago, nobodysfriend said: Some places don't advertise what ? That they allow pets ? That they do not allow pets ? They make problems for small and not noisy animals ? What about the bigger ones ? Confusing post . Too late I discovered that I forget the word "they don't make problems". Officially I live in a condo with no pets policy. But some people have pets in their units. No problem. I think no-pets-policies exists to avoid having noise from pets like dogs. And maybe dirt from them in the public areas. If someone has a rabbit at home that is no problem. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyfez Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 I'm probably wrong, but I thought the policy of all condominiums was 'No Pets'. But some bend the rules always. There's a yappy dog in my friends condo, but the Management ignore it's existence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henryford Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 My condo has a no pets policy but a few keep pets. I can't see a cat being a problem if you are discreet. One of my neighbours smuggles a small dog in and out for walks in a backpack. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jippytum Posted July 11, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 11, 2023 Thank you for providing a list of condos to avoid. 2 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 Didn't some guy a couple of years back in Bangkok get fined about $3500 for keeping dogs in a condo? anyway it's not hygienic to keep pets in a condo I have a friend who rented out her condo for 1 year and the tenants smuggled a cat in which is against the condo rules, that's it the condo is ruined she might have to take up the laminated floor the place stinks of cat pi$$ the curtains are ruined 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 36 minutes ago, Henryford said: My condo has a no pets policy but a few keep pets. I can't see a cat being a problem if you are discreet. One of my neighbours smuggles a small dog in and out for walks in a backpack. a cat is a problem the place stinks 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jippytum Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 I bought my condo after confirming they had a strict no pets policy. If a co owner or tenant hsd a cat or dog however small i would not hesitate to report then and insist the management take action to remove the offending animal . 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 2 hours ago, Henryford said: My condo has a no pets policy but a few keep pets. I can't see a cat being a problem if you are discreet. One of my neighbours smuggles a small dog in and out for walks in a backpack. Apart from the cat smell, they’ll move via other people’s balconies if they are connected. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ArnieP Posted July 11, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 11, 2023 For the obvious cat haters here, or those who know next-to-nothing about cats, it’s un-neutered toms that give off a smell and only when they spray. They don’t smell or ‘stink’ otherwise. Everyday domestic cats that have been doctored are okay and don’t give off bad odours. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 1 hour ago, NextG said: Apart from the cat smell, they’ll move via other people’s balconies if they are connected. and a cat never sheets in it's own doorstep 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipButty Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 39 minutes ago, ArnieP said: For the obvious cat haters here, or those who know next-to-nothing about cats, it’s un-neutered toms that give off a smell and only when they spray. They don’t smell or ‘stink’ otherwise. Everyday domestic cats that have been doctored are okay and don’t give off bad odours. maybe not to you 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geminiman Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 If you are ok with Pratumnak. The Siam Oriental condo's between Soi 4 and 5 are pet friendly. I think there are six buildings on this one little Soi. These are not high end buildings. Most are eight floor low rise style. Livable but not luxury. Keep in mind, that a building might be pet friendly, but it is up to the individual condo owner whether to allow pets or not. Unless you are planning to buy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayClay Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 On 7/11/2023 at 10:19 AM, NextG said: Apart from the cat smell, they’ll move via other people’s balconies if they are connected. You would be have to be completely bonkers to let your cat out on the balcony in the first place! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
priceyface Posted July 13, 2023 Author Share Posted July 13, 2023 (edited) On 7/11/2023 at 12:27 PM, geminiman said: If you are ok with Pratumnak. The Siam Oriental condo's between Soi 4 and 5 are pet friendly. I think there are six buildings on this one little Soi. These are not high end buildings. Most are eight floor low rise style. Livable but not luxury. Keep in mind, that a building might be pet friendly, but it is up to the individual condo owner whether to allow pets or not. Unless you are planning to buy. Thanks for the suggestion. I found Siam too, just after the OG post. Siam had a nice roof/pool/view, but wasn't quite the vibe, and the location was a bit too isolated for mumsy! Just an update, we found a place in Phratamnak that had everything we were looking for (plus not a mega condo, so more communal too) plus the owner was kind enough to offer netting and all kinds of other protections for the balcony/cat (we will decide the best method when we move in, and likely keep the cat indoors mostly anyway). Shout out to the cat-lover post above too - our cat is female so way cleaner than male cats - they lick their fur more often and spend a lot of time washing, this is due to the fact female cats hunt, that said, she is spayed, so doesn't have that instinct as much anymore, as mentioned, she's a very docile and lovable service cat that wouldn't be an issue whatsoever in a condo - hence the post. ???? A few messages in this thread mentioned pets in condos, but not "official", so I can respect why they may not have shared. Curious to hear more suggestions all the same, and for others in the same situ. As a rule of thumb for those in the same scenario as me and my mother; it's best to call (plus visit if possible) and ask (as high up the food chain as you can with regards to ownership of the condo) because there are more "pet-friendly" places than the estate agents know of themselves. On the other hand, we've been told of serious fines and potential eviction if caught with a pet in condos that have strict policies. So you'll have to use your judgement based on these variables. Best of luck! Edited July 13, 2023 by priceyface 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardColeman Posted July 13, 2023 Share Posted July 13, 2023 Poor cat - imagine being stuck on say the fourth floor of a condo and never going out. And if it poohed on the corridor it would probably get booted off the terrace My mind you would do better to look for a small house - plenty about. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 18 hours ago, JayClay said: You would be have to be completely bonkers to let your cat out on the balcony in the first place! How would you stop it? Lock yourself in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayClay Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 1 hour ago, NextG said: How would you stop it? Lock yourself in? Lock yourself in? We're talking about the cat. And most condos I've stayed in have doors attached to their balcony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowtail Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 On 7/11/2023 at 11:51 AM, ChipButty said: and a cat never sheets in it's own doorstep No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 11 minutes ago, JayClay said: Lock yourself in? We're talking about the cat. And most condos I've stayed in have doors attached to their balcony. Yes. Some have their balcony doors open. Not everyone lives in a sweat box wherein you need air conditioning to survive. Lock yourself in refers to being in your apartment with everything closed meaning neither you nor the cat have access to the balcony. My balcony doors are very rarely closed. A more natural way of living. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJ Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 15 hours ago, priceyface said: Thanks for the suggestion. I found Siam too, just after the OG post. Siam had a nice roof/pool/view, but wasn't quite the vibe, and the location was a bit too isolated for mumsy! Just an update, we found a place in Phratamnak that had everything we were looking for (plus not a mega condo, so more communal too) plus the owner was kind enough to offer netting and all kinds of other protections for the balcony/cat (we will decide the best method when we move in, and likely keep the cat indoors mostly anyway). Shout out to the cat-lover post above too - our cat is female so way cleaner than male cats - they lick their fur more often and spend a lot of time washing, this is due to the fact female cats hunt, that said, she is spayed, so doesn't have that instinct as much anymore, as mentioned, she's a very docile and lovable service cat that wouldn't be an issue whatsoever in a condo - hence the post. ???? A few messages in this thread mentioned pets in condos, but not "official", so I can respect why they may not have shared. Curious to hear more suggestions all the same, and for others in the same situ. As a rule of thumb for those in the same scenario as me and my mother; it's best to call (plus visit if possible) and ask (as high up the food chain as you can with regards to ownership of the condo) because there are more "pet-friendly" places than the estate agents know of themselves. On the other hand, we've been told of serious fines and potential eviction if caught with a pet in condos that have strict policies. So you'll have to use your judgement based on these variables. Best of luck! What the name of the condo? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayClay Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 3 hours ago, NextG said: Yes. Some have their balcony doors open. Not everyone lives in a sweat box wherein you need air conditioning to survive. Lock yourself in refers to being in your apartment with everything closed meaning neither you nor the cat have access to the balcony. My balcony doors are very rarely closed. A more natural way of living. Okay well I would suggest that anybody who decides to take care of a cat in a condo would have to accept that they can't leave the balcony doors open all day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 1 hour ago, JayClay said: Okay well I would suggest that anybody who decides to take care of a cat in a condo would have to accept that they can't leave the balcony doors open all day. or stay on a low floor. Not that it’s a issue for a cat. They have good balance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayClay Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 22 minutes ago, NextG said: or stay on a low floor That wouldn't prevent the cat from straying onto neighbouring balconies... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowtail Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 9 minutes ago, JayClay said: That wouldn't prevent the cat from straying onto neighbouring balconies... My balconies are screened in with a black mesh. Cat loves it out there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NextG Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 16 minutes ago, JayClay said: That wouldn't prevent the cat from straying onto neighbouring balconies... Not all balconies are connected in that way and not all cats stray. Personally I’m not one for having animals cooped up indoors anyway. I do it a bit differently. Taking care of a specific animal/family, in the wild, so to speak. Also wildlife in my garden. It’s good to keep a connection with nature. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowtail Posted July 14, 2023 Share Posted July 14, 2023 Contrary to popular belief, most animals (like humans) don't care a lot about being "free", they mostly care about being fed, and safe. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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