
With the rise in pet ownership during the COVID-19 pandemic, some businesses are now capitalizing on this trend.

To ensure the comfort of the animal attendees, the pets were required to wear diapers and sit in bags.

Major Cineplex spokesperson acknowledged that some pets acquired during the pandemic are experiencing separation anxiety as their owners return to regular work routines.

Swedish furniture giant Ikea recently announced that small dogs and cats are welcome to accompany their owners to its stores in Thailand, as long as they remain in prams or strollers.

Not all pet owners in Thailand were enthusiastic about the idea. A long-time expatriate residing in Bangkok said the concept of pets watching movies in a public setting seemed "unnatural" and "torture".