Thammasat–Thonglor Open Pet Care Clinic

"Thammasat Thonglor Animal Clinic - TTAC" was officially opened by Thammasat University and Thonglor Animal Hospital at Thammasat University Rangsit Campus. This initiative elevates pet healthcare to human standards, addressing the over 7% annual growth in pet ownership where pets are considered family.

Prof. Dr. Supasawad Chardchawarn, Rector of Thammasat University, revealed that this collaboration marks an important step that reflects the vision of "a university for the people." The University has integrated knowledge, research, and scientific capabilities with over 30 years of expertise and experience from Thonglor Animal Hospital to establish a prototype clinic. This clinic will not only serve the community and the public in Pathum Thani and the northern part of Bangkok but also aims to become a center for the development of personnel in the fields of science and innovation related to pets.

This collaboration supports the global trend of "Pet Humanization," where pets are treated as family. This trend, gaining traction in 2024–2025, signifies a shift in human-pet relationships, involving increased care, emotional investment, and financial expenditure, leading to robust growth in the global pet industry.

Dr. Kitika Chaisupatana, Chief Executive Officer of Thonglor Animal Hospital, stated that the opening of this clinic marks a significant step in expanding services to the Pathum Thani province, which is one of the five provinces with the highest number of registered companies engaged in pet food business in Thailand. Growing demand and market opportunities drive TTAC clinic's focus on integrating innovation, technology, and expertise to elevate pet care standards internationally. It also aims to develop new knowledge and products for pets and owners.

Prof. Dr. Nurak Grisdanurak, Director of the Office of Advanced Science and Technology at Thammasat University, stated that the TTAC clinic is designed to be a "comprehensive service center" covering everything from diagnosis and treatment to preventive healthcare. Staffed by Thonglor-trained veterinarians, the clinic handles 30+ outpatients daily, supported by modern IT for efficient service. Beyond medical care, it offers boarding, grooming, and pet product retail. Operations meet international standards like ISO, TASHA, and ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic, ensuring quality and safety.

TTAC is located at TUH Park Building B, Thammasat University, Rangsit Center, and is scheduled to commence operations by the end of 2025. The hospital will provide services daily from 08:30 AM to 08:30 PM to meet the needs of clients in both Pathum Thani and northern Bangkok. It aims to serve as a model for a comprehensive animal hospital that integrates expertise in education, science, and the pet health business, laying the groundwork for the advancement of Thailand's pet industry in the future.