Are you a pet lover or paw parent? If you’re looking for the perfect weekend getaway across the causeway this festive season, we’ve found a brilliant excuse for you. The iconic Pet Expo Johor Bahru is back for a special Christmas Edition later this month. Taking place from November 27 to 29, the huge pet festival promises to be the ultimate spot for holiday shopping and furkids at Mid Valley Exhibition Centre (MVEC). Here’s what to expect.
why is this Christmas Pet Festival worth the drive across the border?
The bustling festive market, just 20 minutes from Woodlands Checkpoint, offers more than 200 premium local and international brands. Visitors can expect unbeatable mega deals on pet food, treats, toys, stylish accessories, and exclusive holiday promotions.
Additionally, tech savvy pet owners can explore the latest in smart pet tech, from AI health-tracking collars to next-generation automatic litter boxes designed to seriously upgrade your pet’s lifestyle.
Meanwhile, this month’s expo will be a pet-friendly Christmas Wonderland. Visitors will be wowed by spectacular pedigree cat showcases, high-energy agility dog shows, exclusive festive gifts, exciting lucky draws, and the perfect opportunity for you to mingle with likeminded pet owners.
Wonderfully, the event runs daily from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM at MVEC, which is located on the third floor of The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey. Entry is incredibly affordable costing around RM5 per adult, while children under 12 and seniors aged 60 and above can enter for free.
Pro-tip: While you can legally bring your pet across the causeway for the expo, it’s much better to go solo and bring them back treats instead. The catch is the journey home: Malaysia is considered a higher-risk rabies zones and Singapore’s strict border laws require returning pets to endure a mandatory 30-day quarantine. So it’s not worth the headache.
