Having a pet can be a great stress reliever and can help make life in Shanghai a little less lonely.  However, like many things, it can also be a little more complicated here in Shanghai than it might be back home.  Here are a few links to help you out, whether you’re bringing your own pet from home or adopting one here.

Jaiya’s Animal Rescue
http://www.jargroup.doodlekit.com/home
An animal rescue group that helps animals find permanent homes and loving families. They are also fantastic about being able to provide you with basically any information you need to know about raising an animal in Shanghai.

Second Chance Animal Aid
www.scaashanghai.org
SCAA is a private, non-profit organization committed to protecting and improving the health and welfare of companion animals through education, advocacy, outreach, adoption, and the promotion of foster care as an alternative approach to traditional shelters.

VIP –PET
www.vip-pet.com
A pet product home delivery service in Shanghai.