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Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Animal welfare in Hong Kong
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Animal welfare in Hong Kong. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
Dogs and their owners take the Star Ferry during a “Shipcation” organised by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in 2023. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
Hong Kong society

Letters | In Hong Kong, ‘animal-friendly’ should be the default setting

Readers discuss how Hong Kong can become a genuinely animal-friendly city, and the implementation of pet-friendly regulations.

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Pets in Hong Kong

Call for tougher animal welfare laws after invasive turtle found in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | Hong Kong should see animal protection as a shared civic duty

Hong Kong environmental issues

Discovery of badly decomposed whale carcass on Sai Kung beach triggers probe

Authorities alerted to decomposed carcass after villagers found it on beach at Ham Tin Wan, in Sai Kung East Country Park.

The whale carcass was discovered on Thursday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Hong Kong supervisor held over cruelty after pond clean-up kills 110 fish

51-year-old supervisor from Fai Kee Environmental Cleaning taken into custody on Wednesday and later released on bail.

Hong Kong

Video | Fish pond cleaning turns deadly

Contractor allegedly did not provide enough air for fish to survive, animal rights group says.

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Hong Kong society

Editorial | To walk the pet-friendly path, Hong Kong needs a comprehensive policy

The city will have to balance the interests of pet owners and those of others, but it’s time it moved forward on becoming more pet-friendly.

A boy and a dog look at each other as visitors walk to the Premium Pet Supplies Expo held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, on June 6. Photo: Elson Li
Pets

Animal welfare groups slam Hong Kong pet shop for offering cat rental service

Pet shop gave clients the chance to rent a cat for a week for HK$800 with a refundable deposit of HK$6,500 before buying.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong group saves 351 animals in 6 months as trapping, smuggling cases surge

Paws Guardian Rescue Shelter reports that animal cruelty cases are ‘alarmingly common’ as it calls for stronger action to be taken.

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

1,200 dogs allowed to travel on Hong Kong’s major rail lines for fundraiser event

Special arrangement between SPCA and MTR Corp is for Dogathon 2026, which will take place at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort on March 1.

A dog travels on the Light Rail line as part of a scheme introduced last year. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong must take pragmatic approach to improving animal welfare

Readers discuss the complexities of balancing animal protection with economic imperatives, the benefits of engaging the elderly in esports, and traffic arrangements on Christmas Eve.

Horse racing is a Hong Kong tradition. Photo: Kenneth Chan.
Hong Kong society

Letters | Let 2026 be the year we are kinder to animals

Readers suggest what Hongkongers can do in the coming year to make a difference and reflect on the constant pursuit of gratification.

Hong Kong society

Fate of 600 goats in the balance as deadline nears to move for Hong Kong project

Cheung Siu-ling says she has until end of January next year to make way for Northern Metropolis, or her herd will be put down.

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Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Editorial | Tai Po pet rescues put Hong Kong’s compassion on show

Hong Kong’s efforts to save pets at a time of such heartbreak are a sign of the city’s care and compassion.

Pets are rescued by firefighters as four buildings are still engulfed in flames at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po on November 27, a day after the fire broke out. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Charity leader’s faith in humanity renewed as 294 pets rescued in Hong Kong fire

364 animals found since deadly Tai Po blaze, including 294 rescued alive and 70 discovered dead while 173 remain missing.

The DVIU rescues pets trapped in the flats. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

Hong Kong hooked as endangered stingray fished out of Victoria Harbour

Ocean Park identifies fish as endangered longhead eagle ray and urges anglers to release rare species immediately if caught.

Crime in Hong Kong

Editorial | Hong Kong’s efforts are having an impact against wildlife smuggling

Authorities deserve praise for their work but more must be done amid a global rise in the number of cases.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong customs vows to tackle fund flows for large-scale wildlife smuggling

Customs and Excise Department last month received UN award for city’s first money-laundering conviction involving wildlife trafficking.

Shark fins and ivory tusks displayed during a press conference at customs’ headquarters in North Point. Photo: Edmond So
Food and Drinks

Snake meat pizza anyone? Snake soup restaurant Ser Wong Fun gets creative

Famed for a speciality dish that’s not for the squeamish, the eatery founded in 1895 is branching out under owner Gigi Ng.

Hong Kong society

New film chronicles animal welfare group’s efforts to save Hong Kong’s strays

Documentary filmmaker Au Cheuk-man says Paws Land, which shows harrowing lives of abused, abandoned animals, took longer than expected to complete.

Hong Kong economy

Letters | What Hong Kong must do to truly harness the pet economy’s potential

Readers discuss a proposed scheme to allow pet dogs in restaurants, increasing accountability in the bureaucracy, and museums in deficit.

People have a meal with their dog at a restaurant in New Town Plaza in Sha Tin on September 21. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

In the digital age, a single post can change a dog’s life

Who knew saving an abandoned pet could start with a double tap? Hong Kong adopters are proving the internet has heart.

Cici was abandoned by her previous owner, before she found a loving home with Amber Nathaniel. Photo: courtesy Amber Nathaniel
My Take

My Take | Hong Kong is barking up the right tree by embracing the pet economy

Besides licensing animal-friendly restaurants, the government should have a plan to promote food, healthcare, and more in the industry.

Hong Kong

Calls for clear licensing rules if dogs allowed into Hong Kong restaurants

City leader’s policy address included pledge to lift ban on pet dogs inside restaurants, but business owners say many details will need to be worked out.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Woman held after mummified cat, dead dog found in Hong Kong flat within week

Suspect arrested after dead cat found in North Point flat a week after dog’s remains discovered at same location.

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A Hong Kong woman has been arrested twice in one week on suspicion of animal cruelty. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong society

Letters | Why you should think twice before you bet on a horse in Hong Kong

Readers discuss the welfare of horses forced to race, rezoning proposals to allow taller buildings, and a television series created using AI.

Racing enthusiasts participate in 2024-25 season finale at the Sha Tin racecourse on July 13. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong

10-metre whale carcass discovered in Mirs Bay, Hong Kong authorities say

Species cannot currently be identified because of severe decomposition, government says.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Video | Hong Kong’s first-ever bird imitation contest

Top 20 finalists impressed with their birdcalls that had uncanny resemblance to real birds

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