Owning a pet in Pattaya
Finding a pet sitter or dog walker in Pattaya
Whether you travel often or simply work long hours, reliable pet care while you are out is worth setting up before you actually need it.
Last updated 30 May 2026
The options
- An in-home pet sitter — someone who visits or stays to feed, walk, give medication and keep your pet company on its own territory.
- A dog walker — for daily exercise when your hours are long.
- Boarding — a kennel or cattery; see the boarding directory.
- A trusted neighbour or friend — fine for short trips and simple needs.
Informal sitting arrangements are common within Pattaya’s expat community.
Where people find sitters and walkers
Most arrangements here come through word of mouth — other pet owners, local community and pet groups online, and recommendations from boarding facilities and vets, some of which keep sitters they trust. A personal recommendation from someone whose judgement you trust is worth a great deal.
What to check before you commit
- Experience with your kind of pet, and with any medication or special needs it has.
- References from other owners.
- A meeting first — watch how they are with your pet, and how your pet responds.
- Exactly what is included — visits per day, walk length, feeding, litter, medication.
- How they would handle an emergency, and that they are willing to get your pet to a vet.
Leave the number of a 24-hour vet too.
Brief them properly
Set a sitter up to succeed. Leave written instructions: the feeding routine, walk times, medication, your vet’s details and your own contact, where everything is kept, and your pet’s quirks and warning signs. If you can, do a trial visit or walk while you are still around.
Walkers and the heat
Any dog walker in Pattaya must understand the heat. Confirm they will walk in the cool hours, carry water, and know to cut a walk short if a dog is struggling — see hot-climate pet care.
Frequently asked
How do I find a trustworthy pet sitter in Pattaya?
Mostly through word of mouth - other pet owners, local community and pet groups, and recommendations from boarding facilities and vets. Always meet a sitter first, check references and experience, and do a trial run before you rely on them.
Should I use a pet sitter or a boarding kennel?
It depends on the pet. Many pets, cats especially, are less stressed at home with a sitter; a sociable dog may do well boarding. Consider your pet's temperament - and see our boarding directory for facilities.
What should I tell a pet sitter before I travel?
Leave written instructions covering feeding, walks, medication, your vet's details and your contact number, where supplies are, and your pet's quirks. A trial visit while you are still around helps a lot.