Plenty of expats move to Hanoi with a dog or cat and do just fine, but pet policies vary wildly building to building, and starting an honest conversation early saves heartache.
Be upfront, in writing
Always disclose your pet before signing and get the permission written into the contract. A verbal "it should be fine" can become an eviction risk later. Landlords of standalone houses and low-rise buildings tend to be the most flexible.
Where pets thrive
Tây Hồ has the best pet infrastructure in the city: green space around the lake, expat-friendly landlords, vets, groomers and walkers. Villa and townhouse compounds in Long Biên are also strong for bigger dogs.
Filter for it
Use the Pet friendly filter in Nest search to see only homes where pets are genuinely welcome, then let your advisor confirm the specifics with the landlord before you view.
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