Are you a pet owner travelling, working or living in Singapore? Singapore is a country where travelers and expatriates make up a large percentage of the people living there, and more than a few own pets. In fact there are almost a million pets in Singapore. But in a country where flats are dominant, strict rules with regards to pets have been set in place to maintain harmony between residents. Find out if you are breaking any of them before you get a fine! You may keep any pets in your home, as long as the set guidelines are followed. Do remember to be considerate to those who live around you if you are thinking of keeping a pet. Dog barking coud unintentionally disturb your neighbours. Take necessary measures to prevent any discomfort you pet might bring to residents next to your house.
Read on to find out what pets are allowed in Singapore.
Dogs
What dogs are HDB approved? You can keep only one dog from the list of approved breeds in your flat. Flat owners who are found to breach this regulation can be fined up to a maximum amount of $4,000.
HDB-approved dog breeds
- Affenpinscher
- Australian Silky Terrier
- Australian Terrier
- Bichon Frise
- Bohemian Terrier
- Bolognese
- Brussels Griffon (Griffon Bruxaellois)
- Bichon Havanese
- Border Terrier
- Boston Terrier (a) Lightweight (b) Middleweight
- Cairn Terrier
- Cavalier King Charles
- Chihuahua
- Chinese Crested Dog
- Chinese Imperial Chin
- Chinese Temple Dog (Classic and Miniature)
- Coton de tulear
- Czech Terrier
- Dachshund (Light and Miniature)
- Dandie Dinmont Terrier
- English Toy Spaniel
- Griffon Belge
- German Hunting Terrier
- Griffon Brabancon
- Hairless Dog
- Italian Greyhound
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Japanese Spaniel (Chin)
- Japanese Spitz
- Lhasa Apso
- Little Lion DOg
- Lakeland Terrier
- Maltese
- Manchester Terrier
- Miniature Pincher
- Miniature Schnauzer
- Norfolk Terrier
- Norwich Terrier
- Papillon
- Pekinese
- Pormeranian
- Poodle
- Pug
- Poddle (Miniature)
- Schipperkee
- Scottish Terrier
- Sealyham Terrier
- Shetland Sheep dog
- Shih Tzu
- Silky Terrier
- Small Continental Spaniel
- Small English Terrier
- Small Spitz
- Smooth Fox Terrier
- Toy Fox Terrier
- Toy Terrier
- Tibetan Spaniel
- Volpino Italiano
- West Highland Terrier
- Wire-Haired Fox Terrier
- Welsh Terrier
- Yorkshire Terrier
Cats
Cats are not allowed to keep in HDB flats. They are generally difficult to contain within the flat. When they are allowed to roam free, they tend to shed fur and defecate or urinate in public areas, and also make caterwauling sounds, which can cause inconvenience your neighbours.
Other pets
Other pets that can be kept in HDB flats include small animals such as fish, hamsters, rabbits and birds. These animals generally do not bother your neighbours.
Responsible pet ownership
Take care of your pet and ensure that it does not cause any inconvenience to your neighbours. For example, keeping your dog safe within your flat and making sure it does not bark continuously, are good practices that your neighbours will appreciate and will help create better acceptance.
