Dog Registration in Feng Xian Area South of Shanghai

Hi Zach!
We moved to Shanghai last month with our 70 pound labrador. I also was so nervous, but it's not so bad! Once you arrive you need to take your dog to a government run vet and get another rabies shot, even though your dog has already likely gotten it to enter the country. You need to ensure your dog is chipped because that's the first thing they'll check. Once he's got his vaccination, you'll need to register with the police near your house. We had a relocation company help us with this, because it's not straightforward how that's done. You can't just walk in. You need an appointment, and some sort of certificate from the vet where you got the rabies vac.
I walked my dog before I got the police registration, and I've never had any issues. I always carry his records with me just in case anyone stopped us.
The biggest problem is that people are often terrified of larger dogs. Even though ours is so gentle, people literally scream and jump when they see him. I also get awkward looks and stares all the time, it's quite annoying. But then there the odd person who smiles at you and your dog and all seems ok again:)
Not all parks welcome dogs, so it took me a few weeks to scout places where I could take him and not worry about it.
Hope this helps, Good luck with the move.
Carrie