{"id":82843,"date":"2020-09-30T06:38:19","date_gmt":"2020-09-30T06:38:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/staging.expatinfodesk.com\/?page_id=82843"},"modified":"2024-02-13T15:34:45","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T15:34:45","slug":"pets","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.expatinfodesk.com\/destinations\/hanoi\/pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Pets in Hanoi"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row type=”container” padding_top=”” padding_bottom=”” el_class=”three-top-tips” css=”.vc_custom_1599875304748{margin-left: 0px !important;border-right-width: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;border-right-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]It\u2019s an interesting irony\u2014and quite typical of Vietnam\u2014that despite a lack of sensitivity to animal feelings or rights, and occasional animal cruelty, a growing number of Hanoians are discovering the pleasure of owning pets. Some own purebred animals as a sign of wealth and status, but the majority of pet owners keep animals for the simple solace of companionship.<\/p>\n

Sidewalk space is hard to come by in downtown Hanoi, even for pedestrians. Outlying areas such as West Lake are much more amenable to dog-walking, but there are still few places where dogs can be let off the leash. Some western expats offer dog-walking services\u2014community bulletin boards are the best place to look for these freelancers.<\/p>\n

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Rabies exists in Vietnam, so pets must be inoculated annually. You should also consider getting rabies vaccination<\/a> as well.<\/p>\n

Vietnamese eat dog meat, but it is unlikely your dog will be abducted for culinary purposes – the Vietnamese only eat one type of dog which is raised for the purpose. However, if you own a purebred animal, its monetary value may make it a target of theft, so be careful.<\/p>\n

Pet food and kitty litter are available at most supermarkets, though most locals feed their pets leftover meat and rice. Prices for imported pet foods are significantly higher than in the countries where they are produced.<\/p>\n

There is no quarantine for imported pets, though you must follow the regulations listed in the “Importing Your Pet”<\/a> section before arrival.<\/p>\n

Several veterinarians provide all health services for pets, including euthanasia if necessary, and some are available for house calls.<\/p>\n

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01<\/td>\nThough there are many shopping options in Hanoi, you may find that the style or size you need is unavailable. Large western sizes can be very elusive!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
02<\/td>\nLearning Vietnamese offers an important window onto Hanoi society and culture & helps at all levels of social interaction and day-to-day convenien<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
03<\/td>\nGET OUT OF TOWN! just a weekend away can work restorative miracles. Don\u2019t wait till you feel run down\u2014plan excursions in advance and keep<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
04<\/td>\nMail delivery from overseas is not always reliable, so try to think in advance of any books, CDs, or software you may need in Vietnam.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
05<\/td>\nSet up online banking before you leave, and be sure to notify your bank you\u2019ll be using your ATM card in Vietnam\u2014otherwise they may think<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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