Adopt a pet in Pattaya
Animal shelters in Pattaya
Pattaya has a network of dog and cat rescues doing hard, daily work on sterilisation, treatment and rehoming. If you are searching for an animal shelter in Pattaya, start here — then read each organisation's own page.
Last updated 30 May 2026
PattayaPets lists shelters as a public-interest service. We are not affiliated with them and take no payment. Hours, locations and animals available change — always confirm directly before you visit.
Shelters and rescues we cover
Each link below goes to a dedicated PattayaPets page with what we know about how that rescue works, adoption and how to help.
| Organisation | Focus |
|---|---|
| Hope for Strays | Dog rescue shelter, East Pattaya |
| Dog & Cat Rescue Pattaya | Dogs and street cats |
| Animal Army Foundation | Na Jomtien hospital & rescue since 1994 |
| Pattaya Street Dogs (K9aid) | Street dogs & temple colonies |
| Soi Dog Foundation | National charity with Pattaya work |
| Malee's Animal Shelter | Pattaya & Chanthaburi |
| Ady G. Second Chance Pattaya | Disabled & rescued dogs |
How adoption usually works
Reputable shelters typically:
- Match you with an animal that fits your home and lifestyle
- Rehome animals vaccinated and sterilised where possible
- Ask honest questions — a good shelter cares where animals end up
- May offer fostering if you cannot adopt permanently
Read the full adopt a pet in Pattaya hub and fostering guide. New owners should plan microchipping and registration.
If you cannot adopt
Fostering, volunteering, donating and reporting injured street animals all help. See how to help street animals and pet emergencies if you find an injured dog or cat.
Even small, regular donations for food and medicine keep shelters running when adoption homes are full. Many rescues post specific needs on social media — follow the organisation you want to support and ask what they need this month rather than assuming cash is always best.
Flying an adopted pet abroad
Some rescues support international adoptions. The export paperwork is the same as for any pet leaving Thailand — see export process and relocation agents if you need logistics help.
After adoption — vets and daily life
Book a local vet for a post-adoption check, parasite prevention and vaccinations. Browse English-speaking vets if that matters to you. For dogs, read dog-friendly Pattaya and hot-climate care.
Frequently asked
Where can I adopt a dog in Pattaya?
Several rescues operate in and around Pattaya — see the table on this page. Hope for Strays, Dog & Cat Rescue Pattaya and Soi Dog Foundation are common starting points.
Are Pattaya animal shelters open to visitors?
Many welcome arranged visits — contact each organisation first. Some are appointment-only.
Can I adopt a street dog in Pattaya?
Yes, through shelters or sometimes directly — but rescues can help with health checks, sterilisation and paperwork. See how to help street animals.
Do shelters charge an adoption fee?
Many ask a donation or fee to cover vaccinations and sterilisation — confirm with the shelter.
Can I foster instead of adopting?
Yes — fostering frees kennel space and socialises animals. See fostering a pet.
Adopt a pet in Pattaya · Hope for Strays · Soi Dog Foundation · Animal Army Foundation
Pattaya network: Pattaya Authority · Pattaya School Guide