How to buy pet insurance

China's multifunctional app AliPay offers pet insurance to protect your furry friend’s health. There are two types of insurance: medical insurance and liability insurance. Medical insurance is for veterinary services, while liability insurance covers the damage caused by your dog or cat if it injures someone.

Code of conduct for pet owners

As a pet owner, you are liable for any harm caused by your pet. If your pet injures someone, you are responsible for compensating the injured party for medical expenses and other losses.

Take your pets to these amazing shopping malls

Looking for pet-friendly places in Shanghai that offer shopping and entertainment? Here are some of the best shopping malls in Shanghai that welcome pets, and provide various services and facilities for them.

Finding parks that permit pets, camping and kites in Shanghai

Here is a guide to finding pet-friendly parks, camping areas and kite-flying permission with a few clicks on your mobile phone.

Encounter nature your with furry friends

As autumn arrives, the weather is no longer so stifling, so it's time to take your lovely dogs out for a close encounter with nature. Here's a treasure map of pet-friendly destinations in the Yangtze River Delta region.

How to bring a pet to China

If you plan to bring your furry friends to China, this guide will help you get them through the customs process smoothly.

It's all smiles as 2024 Pet Fair Asia opens in Shanghai

Shanghai played host to the opening of the 26th Pet Fair Asia on Aug 21, which is set to be a bustling hub of activity and innovation for the global pet industry.

Explore Shanghai's best places for furry friends

Shanghai is home to over 1 million pet dogs and 1.2 million pet cats. To meet the needs of our furry friends, more and more pet-friendly public places have been opened. Let’s explore some of these places that welcome our beloved companions.

How do I get a pet out of China?

About a week to 10 days before your departure, submit all required documents, including the pet's health and vaccination records, the pet owner's identity information, and flight details, to Huangpu Customs online through the international trade single window to acquire an Animal Health Certificate.

Museum presents cat-friendly night at Egyptian exhibition

If you happen to be both a pet lover and a museum lover, here is some good news: the Shanghai Museum's upcoming exhibition, On Top of the Pyramid: The Civilization of Ancient Egypt, will host cat-friendly sessions.

24-hour rabies clinics in Shanghai

Shanghai's got you covered with a network of 24-hour dog bite clinics, ensuring you get the care you need, no matter the hour.

Take a pet-friendly citywalk adventure in Changning

As the warm rays of early summer bathe lush green grass, pet owners in Changning can embark on a unique citywalk adventure with their furry companions.

Explore Shanghai's pet-friendly cafés

Uncover the charm of Shanghai's pet-friendly and pet-themed cafés, where a warm welcome awaits you and your furry companions, as well as those who simply adore animals.

Dog breeds prohibited in Shanghai

Some dog breeds are not allowed to be kept in Shanghai.

How to get a dog license

In Shanghai, dog owners are obligated to obtain a license for their pets. Due to the city's one-dog-per-home policy, tenants must seek approval from their landlord before owning a dog and registering it at their residential address.