Kathmandu - 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?

Vets are good here. We brought our cat and didn't have to quarantine him. There are a lot of stray dogs and cats so I wouldn't let my pet outside unless you are with it or you have a fence. I'm sure rabies is common here, as are other harmful bugs. - Aug 2022


No quarantined. The vets are ok. Just be aware that because of disease and sanitation issues, your pet may get sick or have skin issues if they go outside. - Aug 2019


No quarantine, but the quality of vet care can be a challenge. There are two decent vets in the city, but there is a lack of pet medicines and pet products in the city. Kennels, especially large ones, are impossible to get in the city, so bring one with you. That said, there is a huge street dog and stray cat population, so if you are considering getting a pet, this is the place to do it, just come prepared. - Aug 2015


No. There are at least two good vets. No kennels that I know of. - May 2014


No quarantines and plenty of very good and very cheap vets. My cat almost died here because the pollution was so bad. I desperately took him to a vet down the road and he has been fine ever since. I paid US$3. - Apr 2014


No. Some decent vets but no kennels. - Dec 2013


No. - Jun 2013


No, but they should have a certificate, rabies shots, and probably be chipped. Ask your local vet. - Sep 2010


No. - Jan 2010


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