Thailand with a dog isn\u2019t the kind of holiday you\u2019re used to at home\u2014whether you\u2019re travelling from Europe, North America, Australia or elsewhere. Bangkok\u2019s sprawl, temple complexes, night markets, Chiang Mai, the northern jungles, the southern islands\u2014every setting will be new terrain for your pet. Expect heat and humidity, stray dogs on many streets, limited access to most public spaces, and an infrastructure that works differently than back home. Travelling to Thailand with a dog is absolutely possible and can be a standout experience, but it demands preparation that goes beyond a routine health certificate.<\/p>\n\n
When travelling to Thailand with a dog you need to plan for two things: entry into Thailand and the return home. Entry rules are set by Thailand\u2019s Department of Livestock Development (DLD), specifically the Animal Quarantine Station. Your return is governed by the rules of the country you\u2019ll be entering after your stay in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n
This article covers a typical non-commercial trip where a dog travels with its owner or an authorised person. If a dog travels as cargo, for sale, for a change of ownership or without accompanying the owner on the same means of transport, different rules may apply.<\/p>\n\n
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