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Dog and Cat Rescue Samui

Taling Ngam Shelter

The island's non-profit animal rescue shelter in Ban Taling Ngam. Visitors are welcome daily, no appointment needed.

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  1. The Chaweng clinic is open daily 09:30–18:00. Donations of money or supplies are appreciated. Contact: +66 77 413 490 or WhatsApp +66 81 893 9443.

The story

The main shelter of the Dog and Cat Rescue Samui Foundation, a non-profit that has cared for the island's street dogs and cats for many years. The shelter in Ban Taling Ngam has a puppy and cat house and more than ten outdoor dog compounds. Visitors are welcome without an appointment. The foundation also runs a clinic in Chaweng.

Good to know

Opening hours
Daily 10:00–16:45 (Taling Ngam shelter)
Price
Free · Free entry; donations welcome
Typical duration
under an hour
Best time of day
Morning, Midday
  • Scooter access: Yes

Plan a visit

Free route: you go by your own scooter, car or on foot and we work out the order. Private tour: a local driver picks you up and takes you.

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