The pet culture in Puerto Rico

Member since 30 May 2013

PriscillaViP06 March 2019 09:25:47

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Hey everyone,

Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in Puerto Rico just to make sure that their little 聯expets聰 feel welcomed in their new homes. Would you give our expats-to-be an insight of what it is like to have a pet in Puerto Rico by answering the following questions?

What part do pets play in society in Puerto Rico? Are they generally accepted in rentals and public spaces more generally?

Is it common for families to have pets?

What animal is the most often kept as pets? Are there some animals that cannot be kept as pets? Do some animals have specific significations when kept as pets?

How about the infrastructure needed to cater for pets? Can you find everything you need for your pet in terms of pet food, veterinary services, accessories, pet grooming etc...?

Do people generally spend a lot of money on their pets?

Please share your experience,

Priscilla

ShannonandNate New member

Member since 22 August 2018

ShannonandNateNew member11 March 2019 11:37:38

I would say there are more pets (cats, dogs and birds) than people in my neighborhood. That being said a lot of people keep their dogs outside or in the garage. I see a lot of people walking dogs in condado area. I feel that almost no one picks up poop which is kind of gross.

There are lots of good vets and many pet stores both mom and pop and big chains like you would see in the states.

Sitka Serial expat

Member since 07 October 2015

SitkaSerial expat11 March 2019 14:22:09

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PR has a huge problem with feral dogs and cats.聽 Many roam the streets and beaches unattended, looking for food.

It鈥檚 really a shame to see so many animals with out homes.

saysme Active member

Member since 25 November 2018

saysmeActive member25 March 2019 14:37:51

I see affluent Puerto Ricans buying purebred Golden Retriever and Dachsund puppies while packs of starving (and friendly) dogs roam the streets. Makes you wonder about the P.R. mentality....

ReyP ViP

Member since 09 May 2015

ReyPViP25 March 2019 15:27:26

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It is also a shame that a lot of people get a dog and chain it in their property, rarely or never letting it go inside the house and rerely showing the dog that it is loved.

Others have dogs that just roam the streets and that is a danger to kids, bicyclists, and the elderly.

In my experience, most dogs are not loved in PR, they are mostly there to bark at intruders and annoy everyone else with their constant barking. A real shame!!!

juliebar21 New member

Member since 11 April 2024

juliebar21New member11 April 2024 21:19:39

Does anyone know if there is a limit to how many cats/dogs you can have in Puerto Rico?

msotolopez237 New member

Member since 21 November 2022

msotolopez237New member12 April 2024 03:56:05

I believe that there are no restrictions on the amount of pets you can have. just as long as theyre well taken care of. Food for thought, people in Puerto Rico are very observant as to have well you are taking care of your pet. They are also very quike to call the authority if the pets are not well taken care of.

Well as for me im trying ti assist my fatjer inlaw find home for 4 1yr old Begals. My father inlaw is getting older and his health is not so great he needs to find these adorable dogs a person who is willing to take over these pets.