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Friday, 03 July 2009 06:55

Adopting a Pet in Beijing ? Things to Consider

 

·      Long-Term Commitment

·      Lifestyle

·      Living Space (indoor and outdoor)

  • Cats and small dogs? Better suited for apartment living

  • Medium and Larger dogs? Regulations, space to run

 

Purebreds

·      Research first -    

        temperament, size, exercise needs, also potential breed specific

        health concerns

 

Puppies/Kittens vs. Adults

·      Time commitment for housebreaking, training, exercise, vaccination 

        series, deworming, neutering/spaying, etc.

·      Many adults waiting for adoption, usually housebroken and 

       neutered/spayed, more settled

 

Pet Shelters

Ms. Bai is responsible for the arrangement of volunteers and visitors to the 

center. If you plan to visit BHAEEC, please have someone

who speaks Chinese to help you call her at 13381313120 in advance 

for an appointment.

·      Beijing Human and Animal Environmental Education Center (BHAEEC)

Ms. Zhang Luping, founder and director

www.animalschina.org

BHAEEC Location: Little West of the Aviation Museum

in Xiaotangshan Town, Changping District.

Tel: (86-10) 51298676. Fax: 6179-1906. Email:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Open Hours: BHAEEC only receives visitors and volunteers on weekends 

from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

 

Pet Markets

·      Common breeds: Pekinese, Chihuahuas, Bichon Frise, Cocker Spaniels, 

       Beagles, Poodles, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, 

       Samoyeds, Border Collies, Chow Chows

 

Buyer Beware

·      Infectious diseases common, especially kennel cough, parvovirus, 

       distemper virus

·      Often prematurely weaned, weakened immune systems

·      Inadequate vaccination or improper schedule

·      Parasites (fleas, mange, gastrointestinal worms, giardia, etc.)

·      Warning signs: overtly thin and/or potbellied, discharge from eyes 

       or nose, sneezing, coughing, thin and/or dull hair coat, 

       hair loss

·      Apparently healthy puppies/kittens should still be quarantined for 

       3-weeks away from other pets in home prior to introductions

·      Post purchase: veterinary exam, start vaccination series, stool check 

·      New kittens/cats should also be FeLV/FIV tested

·      Neuter/Spay after vaccination series completed (4-6 months of age)

 

Taking your Pet Overseas:

·      Adopting a pet is a commitment for life. It is not difficult to take pets 

       out of China and to most overseas countries. 

Proper research and preparation is required to ensure a  smooth relocation 

with pets

·      Please contact the International Center for Veterinary Services for more 

       information about pet import and export regulations

 

Appointment Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and 

                               Sunday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

 

International Center for Veterinary Services

Kent Center, No. 29 Liang Ma Qiao Lu, 

An Jia Lou, Chaoyang District, 

Beijing, China  100125

北京新天地国际动物医院

北京市朝阳区安家楼亮马桥路29号

肯特中心院子内

Tel: (8610) 8456-1939/1940/1941

Fax: (8610) 6433-2301

e-mail:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Web site: www.ICVSASIA.com

 

©2007 International Center for Veterinary Services

Last Updated on Tuesday, 15 September 2009 06:06
 

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Tel: (8610) 8456-1939/1940/1941

Fax: (8610) 6433-2301

Location: Kent Center

No. 29 Liang Ma Qiao Lu, An Jia Lou

Chaoyang District, Beijing, China 100125

 

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