Guayaquil - 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?

Excellent life for pets. Most have better quality (cheaper?) pet care items shipped in but there is an abundance of vets and places for the critters :-) travel with pets is complicated and more expensive since COVID. - Aug 2022


I have heard that the veterinarians here are okay, but that the quality of care is significantly lower than the United States. - Jun 2022


No quarantine requirement and most housing allows pets. Vets are okay for basic stuff, but if you have a complicated situation it's much harder to find good vet care. - Oct 2020


Vets are pretty good in Ecuador, and prices are very reasonable. However, you will encounter some limitations due to technology and import challenges. There is a great vet near the Consulate housing behind the gas station on Via a la Costa. No quarantine required upon entry. - Feb 2019


No. - Jun 2013


No. - Jan 2012


No, but there are certain requirements of shots and vet checkup. - Jan 2012


No. - Aug 2011


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