Bringing cats and dogs to LOS

[kingstonkid]

I have a friend that is moving here in February. He is going to take the TESOL course in the Ratchadapisek area and then sorting out where he is going to teach based n getting hired.

His present love of his life is his cat.

Does anyone know the policy for bringing a cat into the country and know of any hotels in the area that allow pets.

[Robby nz]

There would be some, including me, who would suggest there are far to many here already.

Yes I know, that's no help at all.

[Rooo]

Moving to Vets & Pets Forum.

[lust]

He can bring his cat and can also find a condo. I brought my dog, and also adopted a cat. Harder to find a place to stay that allow pets but they do exist.

[konying]

There are a few threads already on bringing pets . Cats are pretty easy to bring and fairly inexpensive. Just need some shots and few permits .

Best I would suggest is to contact pet carrier company in the country he is from and ask for quote.

Min quote they will provide detailed pricing and most importantly what is required.

After that do everything himself.

For hotels in the area , best is Google search or selective search in agoda or hotels.com

[neverdie]

Stupid idea. Capital S.

<deleted> dogs and kats everywhere...Seriously, if uve seen 1 pussy, you've seen em all . He should just leave the Kat and get a poor homeless soi one here in LOS.

Seriously....

[mrtoad]

No problem bringing it in, but it won't be cheap

[David48]

Also think of an exit strategy.

If your friend stays maybe 1 or 2 years teaching then gets jack of it, he/she will want to take the cat back to the West and man ... now that is expensive.

Maybe some forward planning is best before you inject that pussy with anything.

[siampolee]

mrtoad post # 7

No problem bringing it in, but it won't be cheap

Indeed very true.Cats make a ''Mia-ow'' sounds, birds ''Cheep,'' unless you're in Soi Cowboy of course.

[meatboy]

mrtoad post # 7

No problem bringing it in, but it won't be cheap

Indeed very true.Cats make a ''Mia-ow'' sounds, birds ''Cheep,'' unless you're in Soi Cowboy of course.

oh those pussy's in soi cowboy with no hair but they they dont mia only ow ow.

[KayCee]

I'm sure there's a link in the forum somewhere for the exact form that's needed. You need proof of vaccinations, and a certificate of health from a vet. It's really probably the easiest move we made with our pets to come here. Going back, I believe the pet will need a microchip to leave, but as I haven't done it yet, I can't swear to that, but it's not required to come in to Bangkok, or at least wasn't a couple of years ago. The process on arrival at the airport here took us less than 30 minutes, and was friendly and efficient. I would strongly recommend if possible any pet come here on the same plane as their owner to avoid the heat and delays of arrival at the cargo terminal if they come in separately. And truly as easy as the process was, I don't think spending a fortune on a pet shipping service is necessary.

Our dogs had to fly in the hold of the plane because they were big, but our cat flew in the cabin with us in a soft-sided carrier. Many airlines will permit that. It costs very little that way, so I would hate someone to feel forced to give up their pet because of that sort of concern. Our pets are family. They move where we move, or we don't go (and I know we're lucky to be able to take that position).

Best of luck to your friend!

[mikebell]

Importing dogs/cats to Thailand! Coals to Newcastle. Thailand exports dogs to Cambodia.

[PHP87]

Stupid idea. Capital S.

<deleted> dogs and kats everywhere...Seriously, if uve seen 1 pussy, you've seen em all . He should just leave the Kat and get a poor homeless soi one here in LOS.

Seriously....

Stupid answer.

Seriously...

[mango66]

bring them to Vietnam !

They have use for them :-((

[vogie]

There would be some, including me, who would suggest there are far to many here already.

Yes I know, that's no help at all.

No, but true!

[Dean470]

2007 I brought my Beagle from the US. (family pet, I could not bear to leave her behind).

Before coming I looked up requirements on Thai Embassy.website;

Must have all listed Vacines and imunizations,

Must have a Veterinarian's health certificate.

Must have all the forms from the Embassy.

Animal may be quarantined 6 weeks on arrival.

Arrived at Suvannaphom, found the animal inspectors office, Just after Immigration.

Took my sweet little Beagle there expecting the worst..

It was a piece of cake. All they wanted was 100 Baht for the import licence..

DONE and out the door.

[Sheryl]

It is neither expensive nor difficult top bring the cat here. Some airlines will let you have the cat in the cabin with you as well.

All that you need to do is go to the animal quarantine station which is near the baggage carousel and get an import permit, costs about 100 baht and requires that you fill out a form and show proof of rabies vaccination.

However, depending on what country your friend is from, taking the cat back home may be far more difficult. UK and Australia especially, it is a 6 month+ process to be able to avoid quarantine.

As for places to live that will allow cats, just go to agoda or trip advisor and click on pet friendly. Might also like to check out air bnb, last time I looked there were some accomodations in Bkk that allowed pets.

As for all the people who seem to think one cat is identical to another and thus why bring one to a country that already has plenty....shame on you and please stay out of the pet forum. It is for pet lovers.

[cheshiremusicman]

I'm sure there's a link in the forum somewhere for the exact form that's needed. You need proof of vaccinations, and a certificate of health from a vet. It's really probably the easiest move we made with our pets to come here. Going back, I believe the pet will need a microchip to leave, but as I haven't done it yet, I can't swear to that, but it's not required to come in to Bangkok, or at least wasn't a couple of years ago. The process on arrival at the airport here took us less than 30 minutes, and was friendly and efficient. I would strongly recommend if possible any pet come here on the same plane as their owner to avoid the heat and delays of arrival at the cargo terminal if they come in separately. And truly as easy as the process was, I don't think spending a fortune on a pet shipping service is necessary.

Our dogs had to fly in the hold of the plane because they were big, but our cat flew in the cabin with us in a soft-sided carrier. Many airlines will permit that. It costs very little that way, so I would hate someone to feel forced to give up their pet because of that sort of concern. Our pets are family. They move where we move, or we don't go (and I know we're lucky to be able to take that position).

Best of luck to your friend!

I brought over my two cats - one 14 year old and the other 18 months from the UK and arranged it myself; there is no need to employ very expensive companies to do it for you . All we had to do was have the cats checked out by the vet and given the required injections some 3/4 weeks prior to the flight, then they arranged for them to get the certificates from the Ministry. The cats had to be checked out I think two days before they were due to fly out. I bought two large cages for them and arranged with Emirates for them to fly out on the same flights as my wife and I. The cats were treated like royalty when we arrived at Manchester airport and the Emirates staff couldn't have been more helpful. As soon as we got on the first flight we asked about the cats and were told that the Captain knew they were on board (albeit in the cargo hold) and he would ensure that the temperature was regulated for them. Our trip out was a two flight job and again the ground staff in the middle east took great care of the cats before they were loaded onto the second flight.

We were more worried about the cats than ourselves; thinking of them in the hold and all the noise etc of take off's and landings, but when we arrived at Bangkok we were amazed to find the cats looking and sounding in great shape. The Vet at the airport gave them a quick check over and if my memory serves me right we paid about 400Baht per cat for their entry certificates. Our house was not quite ready and we had to put the cats into a cattery for two weeks before moving into the house where they settled in with no problems. If I can be of any further help please just pm me.

Best of luck with the cat.

[Balance]

I bought two cats from the U.S. three years ago. The Thai customs/immigration folks want a certificate from a government agency certifying that your cat is free of disease. In my case it was a USDA veterinarian that provided the stamp after I got a clean bill of health from a private vet. Once I did that I had no problems coming in - took about 5 minutes to clear them. You can find instructions on line on bringing animals into the country. They may have changed.

My wife had already rented a house so I did not have any issues. Regarding restrictions at hotels and guesthouses, since people staying at hotels and guest houses do not have pets, you are going to have to hunt around. Make sure they know it is a cat and that the cat will stay in the room and that you have a litter box for it. You will probably have to pay an extra security deposit for damage. The fall back is to board the cat until you find something more permanent. It will certainly be easier if you are ready to sign a longer term agreement (6 or 12 months).

Hope it helps.

[ALFREDO]

There would be some, including me, who would suggest there are far to many here already.

Yes I know, that's no help at all.

A pet, you like and love, is not same a car you just sale in your home country when you move and buy a new one in the next place, country you live.

But, how would people without love to a pet and feelings for it, know this.

[ALFREDO]

Stupid idea. Capital S.

<deleted> dogs and kats everywhere...Seriously, if uve seen 1 pussy, you've seen em all . He should just leave the Kat and get a poor homeless soi one here in LOS.

Seriously....

-Neverdie-

Sorry to read that from you. I have to repeat myself.

Seriously....

A pet, you like and love, is not same a car you just sale in your home country when you move and buy a new one in the next place, country you live.

But, how would people without love to a pet and feelings for it, know this.

[ALFREDO]

Importing dogs/cats to Thailand! Coals to Newcastle. Thailand exports dogs to Cambodia.

Its about a loved pet, a companion not "things" or the sorry dog meat trade.

[ALFREDO]

bring them to Vietnam !

They have use for them :-((

Stupid answer.

Seriously...

[ALFREDO]

There would be some, including me, who would suggest there are far to many here already.

Yes I know, that's no help at all.

No, but true!

When you cannot provide a answer to the OP's question, than its most times better, only to read.

[ALFREDO]

2007 I brought my Beagle from the US. (family pet, I could not bear to leave her behind).

Before coming I looked up requirements on Thai Embassy.website;

Must have all listed Vacines and imunizations,

Must have a Veterinarian's health certificate.

Must have all the forms from the Embassy.

Animal may be quarantined 6 weeks on arrival.

Arrived at Suvannaphom, found the animal inspectors office, Just after Immigration.

Took my sweet little Beagle there expecting the worst..

It was a piece of cake. All they wanted was 100 Baht for the import licence..

DONE and out the door.

I had the same experience bringing my Puppy in. Easy and 100 Baht, some years ago.

Will be similar, same with a cat.

[MDS]

Does anyone know if you still fill in the import permit for a cat at the airport ?

[Sheryl]

Yes, you do (if you mean, on arrival). At the animal quarantine station which is near the baggage carousel.

[hdkane]

Hello...I can only speak to my experience in travelling with a dog. The paperwork isn't nearly as bad as you would think. In the USA, most vets can complete the needed paperwork in a day or so. The animal must have all shots, of course, and be treated for various parasites. You pay the vet, and the associated government office for a document. The trickiest part is finding a good airline. One that will make it easy for you to fly. Many airlines have you drop the animal at one depot, and then fly from another. Korean Air was great. Your cat will fly as oversized luggage. You need permission from the airline to take the animal...obtain this permission in advance. Once on the ground, if you have the needed documentation from the vet in your native country, you simply pick up your cat kennel at the airport office for the importation of animals. You pay a minimal fee of 200
THB or so. Exit as anyone else. I've made this trip often. No problems. About hotels...your best bet is to find a guesthouse. Hotels and condos hate pets, primarily because Thais do not care for them (bad smells because they do not empty the litter). Of course, you can always hide your cat (it's far more difficult to hide a dog), check into a condo for a month or so. Hotels will always present a problem because of the daily cleaning staff. Good luck