Pet help in Japan
Help for life with pets in Japan
Choose your concern in English. This page explains the first step and connects you to detailed Japanese guides and local information.
What do you need help with?
My pet diedWhat to do now, keeping the body cool, cremation and farewellDetailed guide in Japanese →Veterinary careHow to find a clinic and prepare for the visitDetailed guide in Japanese →I cannot keep my petSteps to take before rehoming or surrenderDetailed guide in Japanese →My pet cannot moveTransport options for injured, sick or large petsDetailed guide in Japanese →Boarding and pet sittersCompare pet hotels, sitters and veterinary boardingDetailed guide in Japanese →Home alonePrepare dogs, cats and the room before leavingDetailed guide in Japanese →Food and eating problemsCheck food, appetite and when to ask a veterinarianDetailed guide in Japanese →Other concernsStart here if none of the choices fitDetailed guide in Japanese →
If your pet died in Japan
Move the body to a cool, quiet place and use wrapped cold packs near the abdomen.
Check your municipality’s rules and compare private cremation or funeral services.
Before booking, confirm the collection area, cremation method, return of ashes and total price.
Find help by region
Regional pages are mainly in Japanese. Browser translation may help when contacting a municipality or clinic.
About language and services
Linked providers, clinics and public offices may offer service only in Japanese. Ask whether help is available in your language before booking. This site does not guarantee language support.