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Dogs in Oman

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Theresa Arnold (69.86.42.93) -

Greetings:

I am considering relocating to Oman for employment. As I have a dog, I would like to know if it is feasible to bring her with me. If anyone has experience traveling to Oman or living in Oman with a dog, could you pleae contact me. I've contacted the embassy and dogs are "allowed" in Oman, I just want to know what the local attitudes are towards dogs, and if I will be able to take her, for example, to the beach, or to a park. Thank you for your time.

Reply #1 AMoore (82.178.20.41) -

Hi Theresa,

I have relocated to Oman about 6 months ago and am yet to see a dog being taken for a walk by anyone except a western expat.

I have not seen any dogs on the beach sofar as I guess there aren't that many. But people are open to pets as there are several pet clinics here.

But there are no restrictions as such to taking your dog for a walk on the road/on the beach. There are lots of open spaces where your dog may love to go fr walks depending on the area you plan to live in.

hope this helps.

Reply #2 JAS (86.152.31.220) -

About to take up an appointment in Oman (Muscat) August 2007. We will be taking our dog.

Are there vets in Muscat?

Are there dog kennels in Muscat for when we "pop" back to UK?

Any information on keeping a dog please? Can you buy dog food etc??

Manny thanks

JAS

Reply #3 K.G.Muralidharan (85.154.51.99) -

Hi,

yes there Vets in Muscat...

there are Kennels also.

they charge about r.O 5/= per day for a dog and r.o 3/= per day for a cat.. One such place is PET CARE ( 00 968 95204228)

You have pet shops also...

there are some restrictions of taking a dog for a walk in the gardens and parks , but not so in the beaches, as many locals are not used to it.

all the Malls have a seperate sections for the Pet food etc. sure you will have all the brands like Pedgree/pudin etc... shouldnt be a prob

All the best..

enjoy your stay in muscat...

regards,

Murali

Reply #4 K.G.Muralidharan (85.154.51.99) -

Hi,

I am looking for a while labrador male puppy.. If anybody have one to give off , let me know...

have a nice day..

regards,

Reply #5 Paul (98.194.124.9) -

I'm moving to Oman. I've travelled there quite frequently, so I've had a chance to check out things. I now have a house and two cars. Regarding pets, I have two dogs and a cat. I'm going through the process now. Does anyone know if they need a "B-Chip"? Also, I saw that someone said Western dog food was available in Oman, but they didn't mention the price. We found the price rather outrageous for good dog food. It's about $75 for a 16 Kg bag - which is found only in specialty pet shops - except small stuff for toy sized dogs available at most large grocery chains, which is why we're packing a year's worth in our shipment. Dry cat food is available anywhere as long as you like "Friskies"... So we're packing a years worth of good cat food as well. If anyone has a better line on where to get good quality food at a reasonable price (for medium and large dogs), let me know.

Reply #6 Sameer Dias (82.178.149.151) -

Hello there !!!

We are currently residents of Oman and would be visiting Kuwait for a couple of days on 19th june . We have a Japanese Spitz and would like to keep it at a pet care center or c.Unfortunately there aren't many canals in Muscat where i could keep my pet and we have tried calling a few who are all booked on 19th june .

Is there anyone in this forum who knows somebody or could themselves keep my pet for two days only . I would appreciate and be really grateful to them ...We are in urgent need of assistance in this regard....

Awaiting You reply at the earliest,

Regards,

Jayashree Dias - 00968-92148408

Sameer Dias - 00968-95997856

Reply #7 sharon (122.169.85.200) -

hi, i will be moving to oman for work soon i wish to know the procedure to get my dogs there. i have two dogs-- lhasa apso-- i am so distressed as i cant find anyone to help me with how to go about thgs-- please help

Reply #8 Susan (62.231.248.250) -

It is quite simple to bring house pets into Oman, but it is necessary to follow the correct procedure. The best thing to do is to get an import form from the nearest Omani Embassy. The pet will need to be microchipped and have a passport. You will need to work with your vet in order to do all the paperwork and shots that are required. And just prior to leaving your country to come to Oman, you will need to visit one of your Government Vet for a certification that the pet is healthy.

There is an excellent Australian vet in Muscat (Azaiba area) named Louise Waters. She can also help you with any questions about bringing pets into the country. Her website is www.tafani-vets.com and her email address is posted there.

Reply #9 Avaantica (82.178.3.191) -

Hi

Anyone of u know anyone who wishes to sell a pup, labrador, beagle or cocker spaniel...we are interested, very much so.

Thanks

Avan

Reply #10 pamela v aiyer (122.169.94.189) -

Hi,

i will be travelling back to muscat shortly n would like to getmy pet along with me i livein Nizwa.i would like to to know the procedure n the air fare compete formalities please at the earliest.

Reply #11 Caitlin (81.159.14.232) -

I am going to be moving to oman soon & want to buy a small dog like a chiwawa, -zu ect, So i would like to no what types they have over in oman!

Please get back to me soon i would really like to no as this is very inportant to me!

Many thanks

Reply #12 Caitlin (81.159.14.232) -

I am going to be moving to oman soon & want to buy a small dog like a chiwawa, zu ect, So i would like to no what types they have over in oman!

Please get back to me soon i would really like to no as this is very inportant to me!

Many thanks

Reply #13 Sameer Dias (85.154.38.182) -

Hello there !!!

We are currently residents of Oman and would be visiting Texas for a period of 3 weeks 25th December onwards. We would like to keep him with an animal lover who will take care of him when we are away. My dog is house trained and need to be walked twice a day.

Is there anyone in this forum who knows somebody or could themselves keep my pet when I am away .good price will be offered for the service. I would appreciate and be really grateful to them ...We are in urgent need of assistance in this regard....

Awaiting You reply at the earliest,

Regards,

Jayashree Dias - 00968-92148408

Reply #14 gunapal n shetty (82.178.93.162) -

there is a dog tied up in mumtaz area may be it is someones dog

(black brown a good breed with a licenseno on its neck)somebody must have lost it so if u r the person whose dog it is please contact on this no 99899076

Reply #15 mohammed (85.154.14.29) -

i m Omani and i want to buy a German Shepherd

if u sell this is my number 92540275

Reply #16 urvashi (59.92.151.110) -

Hi my husband has a job offer in Muscat.I have 3 dogs and will have to relocate with them.I want to know where the dogs can relieve themselves in Muscat as they are used to walking on the roads here in India.

Thanks

Reply #17 alice (62.61.164.46) -

Hi,

I've been looking for a female dalmatian puupy for a long time if anybody knows a breeder or someone who has a female dalmatian pup

thnx!!!

Reply #18 alex smith (85.154.16.87) -

I live in Oman ( Muscat ) and brought my dog in from the UK 4 years ago - but in contrast to previous replies i suggest you do not bring your dog here .

1/ They have ( discretly ) introduced a law that we can only walk our dogs between 10 am and 3 pm - which in the Middle East is the hottest part of the day !!you can barely catch your breath in the summer at those times and a dog/ cat would not be able to walk outside without burning their paws. A petition has been raised but to what effect i do not know yet . therefor if only Oman would get on the Defra list i would send my pet home as this is no life for a dog here.

2/ there is very few places you can walk your dog, nearly all beaches have signs saying NO Dogs, so you are left with walking along the road or waste land.

3/ Generally Omani's do not like dogs and children will if given the opportunity will throw stones at your dog .

If someone had told me above before i moved here i would not have brought my pet with me.

Reply #19 Jana (85.154.6.150) -

Adding on to the new dog walking time law (which is impossible to follow), apparently the police are now on a campaign to poison dogs and are leaving poisonous "dog treats" in certain neighbourhoods. I have heard of a pet dog already killed from this while out on a walk.

I, too, would sadly agree that this is no place for dogs anymore. We are moving back to Canada and had planned to give our dog away to a family here, but with these new laws we are taking him with us since - as stated above - this is no life for a dog.

Reply #20 irma from muscat,oman (Contact Member) -

Hi, i want to sale my puppy- cocker spaniel , with all certificate. My puppy is male, and complete vaccination.

Reply #21 Nikki Fotheringham (212.72.24.172) -

Hi there

We have a very cute and very clever 8 week old puppy in really good condition who needs a happy home. Please email me if you know anyone in Oman who would like a pet. This dog is great with children

Thanks

Reply #22 Nikki Fotheringham (212.72.24.172) -

Hi there

We have a very cute and very clever 8 week old puppy in really good condition who needs a happy home. Please email me if you know anyone in Oman who would like a pet. This dog is great with children.

nikkistix@gmail.com

Thanks

Reply #23 Gobinath Pathmanathan (121.246.248.112) -

Hi, I am in India. I would like to gift a Jack Russel pup to my 5 year old niece, who lives in Muscat. If anyof you could let me know of any reliable place where I could place the order... Thanks

Reply #24 farh (85.154.15.70) - 08/14/09 12:37

Hi, i live in oman and i have 5 dogs, 4 zu 2 pupies f age 4 month & f 2 years M age 18 month& one cocker spaniel F age 36 month

for iam go back home iwant to sell them. if you interested u can call me at 92636873

thanks

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