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Meet Saigon’s Rescue Dogs | Walk, Groom, Play!
A heartwarming visit to a cage-free rescue dog shelter
5.0
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Group size
Up to 4 guests
DURATION
1.5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
At location
Group size
Up to 4 guests
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Give love and kindness to rescue dogs: walk, groom, play with them!
If you’ve ever wanted to do something meaningful while traveling, this is it. Spend time with rescue dogs in Saigon - many saved from cruelty or life on the streets. At this rare cage-free shelter, you’ll see what hope and second chances really look like.Here you'll meet dogs like Gabbi, found as a tiny pup, stabbed and sick, yet today she wags her tail and seeks out cuddles. And Banjo, rescued just in time from the dog meat trade, now living his second chance with dignity and joy. Stories like these aren’t exceptions, they’re the reason this shelter exists. To date, over 800 dogs have been rescued, nearly 700 rehabilitated, and 600 rehomed into loving families.Unlike most shelters, this one is fully open with no cages, no concrete pens. The dogs live, play, and heal together in a relaxed, home-like setting. You’ll get to walk them through the neighbourhood, give them cuddles, and help with grooming. Most importantly, you get to show them love, and that humans can be kind.Whether you’re traveling solo or with family, this is a chance to be part of something bigger. By visiting, you’re supporting a small women-led team protecting Vietnam’s most vulnerable animals and helping create a kinder future for both dogs and people.What to ExpectVisit a rare cage-free rescue shelterWalk rescue dogs around the neighbourhoodHelp brush and groom the dogsSpend time cuddling and socialising themHear real rescue stories from the shelter teamMeet rare Vietnamese breeds like the Phu Quoc Ridgeback and Hmong BobtailWho You're SupportingLaws for Paws Vietnam is a small, volunteer-run rescue in Ho Chi Minh City dedicated to giving vulnerable dogs a second chance.Since 2019, the team has rescued over 800 dogs, rehabilitated nearly 700, and helped 600 find loving homes. What makes the shelter special is that it’s completely cage-free — the dogs live and recover together in a calm, open space while they wait to be adopted.Why this MattersIn Vietnam, many dogs still face abandonment, abuse or the threat of the dog meat trade. Animal rescue is largely driven by small volunteer groups like this one. By visiting, you’re helping support the people working every day to change that.
Experience highlights
What You’ll be Doing
Dog walking, Grooming, Socialisation and Education - alongside rescue dogs in Saigon
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What’s Included
Experienced Facilitator
Refreshments (filtered water refill station)
Complimentary thank you gift
Presentation on local Vietnamese dog breeds and dog care in Vietnam
Tour of Dog Shelter
Donation towards dog rehabilitation
Safety and Orientation briefing
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Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
Wildlife Protector
Women-led Wonder
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Next Available Dates
Prices shown in USD
Select Time for 26 Mar 2026
Additional Information
Where we'll meet
Start Point
Meet-up at Dog Shelter(Laws For Paws Vietnam, Nguyễn Văn Hưởng, Vietnam)
- 15 mins before selected timeslot
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & Ends
- Every Wednesday08:30AM - 10:00AM
- Every Friday08:30AM - 10:00AM
Suitability / Accessibility
- Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 8+)
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationCancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund
What to Pack
- Closed toe shoes (sneakers preferable)
- Comfortable / Active wear
- Refillable Water bottle
- Sun hat and Sunscreen
From
927.000đ
/person5.0(10)
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Meet your host
Elizabeth started her organization in 2019 after seeing too many dogs in Ho Chi Minh City left to suffer without help. Rather than waiting for change, she built a safe space herself – a no-kill, cage-free shelter run entirely by volunteers. Since then, the team has rescued hundreds of dogs, helping them recover and find new homes. Elizabeth’s approach is hands-on and community-driven. She believes caring for animals is part of caring for people too – that by promoting animal welfare, you build a safer, kinder place for everyone. Through school visits and local outreach, she’s also helping the next generation grow up with empathy and respect for animals, people and planet.
Experience: 7 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 89%
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