Guangzhou - Post Report Question and Answers
Are qualified veterinarians and/or good kennel services available? Do animals need to be quarantined upon entry to the country? Are there other considerations regarding pets that are particular to this country?
No idea. Some neighbors have dogs and seem happy with the care they get here. Some do ship US dog food via pouch regularly though. Some locals in the areas even have alpacas at home and walk them on the street. - Apr 2023
We don't have one, but yes they need to be quarantined. Not aware of either vets or kennels. I think people just band together to take care of other peoples' pets when they are out of town. - Nov 2015
I don't believe incoming pets need to be quarantined. Many people acquired cats and dogs while we were there, and they didn't seem to have a problem finding reliable veterinary care or people to watch them. It's worth keeping in mind that while getting pets into China is relatively straightforward, getting them out can be problematic. A lot of countries bar the importation of animals from China or require lengthy quarantines, and the Chinese government only allows you to export one animal per diplomatic passport. There's also not a huge amount of green space in Guangzhou, which could be hard for larger, more active dogs. - Aug 2014
Not sure. - May 2013
Yes, there are restrictions on the size and type of animal you bring in. These change constantly so you'll want to check often. - Jan 2013
- Oct 2011
It's easier to fly into Guangzhou directly from California. Avoid Beijing, where you will have to navigate customs. Honestly, bringing animals into Guangzhou was a nightmare for us, despite months of planning, etc. The best is to book a flight, book your pets on the flight, hope the flights aren't cancelled, and avoid flying through Beijing or Hong Kong. Once here, you can do the 1-month quarantine in your home. - Jul 2009
No. There is a size restriction on dogs, but it's not strictly enforced. - Jan 2009
