If you’ve noticed Bangkok’s cafes, malls and even office spaces being slowly infiltrated by furballs in strollers, matching outfits and miniature shoes, congratulations – you’ve witnessed Thailand’s pet boom in real time.
Thailand's affection for pets has reached new heights. According to TGM Research, 73% of owners now consider their animals family, and the nation proudly stands as the world's second-largest pet food exporter. This growing devotion is on full display at the Pet Expo Championship 2025, the kingdom's annual celebration of all things furry, feathery, scaly, and squeaky.
Set in the massive halls of Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, this year’s edition carries the theme ‘The Magical Land of Friendship’, because where else can a boa constrictor, a capybara, a prize-winning poodle and a snow-white rabbit live in harmony under one (air-conditioned) roof?
Gone are the days when pets just had a bowl and a leash. Today, these four-legged (or no-legged) friends are rocking full wardrobes, organic treats, raw food diets, and going to therapy. Pet parenting is now a full-package lifestyle, and this expo is the showroom for what’s hot and what’s next in the pet world.
Highlights of the expo include exciting pet competitions like the Dog High Jump, Agility Challenge and Zig Zag Running. Cat lovers won’t want to miss the Cat Contest, featuring feline contenders across various categories.
The expo’s themed pet zones offer plenty to discover such as Pet Village, where families can get up close with capybaras, call ducks, pot-bellied pigs and marble foxes. And debuting this year is the Mini Aquarium Zone with hands-on workshops for building your own aquatic masterpiece.
In addition, there are other treats for your pet such as aisles packed with premium-grade pet food, gourmet treats, training tools, health supplements, toys, stylish apparel and quirky accessories. Pet hospitals will also be showcasing smart health innovations and there will be free pet health check-ups and expert consultations on care basics.
Even if you’re not a pet parent (yet), this event promises an entertaining day out. You might walk in pet-free but leave with a free hamster sticker, a camera roll full of adorable moments or even a newfound best friend.
Entry is just B20 and pets get in free because, let’s be honest, they’re the real VIPs.
Hall 6-8, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. Open Jul 31-Aug 3 2025. Daily 10am-8pm. Weekend from 9am