Advertisement
Advertisement
TOPIC

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.
A cow lies injured on Route Twisk near Memorial Pavilion after being struck by a car – one of several recent animal incidents. Photo: Police handout
Hong Kong society

Man injured after being caught between fighting cows on Hong Kong hiking trail

67-year-old ‘caught in crossfire’ of clash near Shing Mun Reservoir as spate of wildlife incidents sparks welfare activists’ calls for protection measures.

Wild boar

Call for review over how Hong Kong manages wild boars and buffaloes

4
Hong Kong transport

Injured buffalo euthanised after causing rush-hour jam on Hong Kong highway

4
Hong Kong society

8 wild boars captured, put down after wandering into Hong Kong’s Wong Tai Sin

Two large boars and six smaller ones near Chuk Yuen (North) Estate captured by Agricultural, Fisheries and Conservation Department staff.

The wild boars were captured in Hong Kong’s Wong Tai Sin neighbourhood. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Wild boar bites hiker, tumbles to its death down flight of stairs in village

Animal chased the woman, 57, at a public toilet in Tseung Kwan O and bit her leg.

Crime in Hong Kong

Man arrested after 14 endangered reptiles found in Kwai Chung industrial site

Chinese water dragon, rock iguana, crocodile, two pythons, three monitor lizards and four species of turtles were seized in operation.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong boy, 14, held over online videos, photos depicting abuse of cats

Student reportedly part of online group that sent graphic material to cat‑rescue groups on the mainland and incited others to dox the volunteers.

The boy must report back to Sham Shui Po Police Station next month. Photo: Handout
Accidents and personal safety

Wild boar put down after 5 hurt as animal roamed MTR station, housing estate

One elderly woman reportedly bitten by animal, three others knocked down and worker injured.

Icons and Influencers

How Amanda Cheung is mixing charity, cocktails and Hong Kong heritage

The community-minded creative on championing Hong Kong culture through F&B and family legacy – particularly her charity work with the First Initiative Foundation (FIF).

Hong Kong society

5 dogs found poisoned to death in Hong Kong’s New Territories in single week

String of cases recorded in Lok Ma Chau, with carcass of ‘Glue’ found floating in mangroves on Sunday.

The Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation told the South China Morning Post the body of “Glue” was found at around 3pm on Sunday. Photo: Sai Kung Stray Friends Foundation
Hong Kong police

Police probe suspected poisoning of 4 dogs

Group says incidents among at least 19 cases documented by group and linked to poisonings in local area since last year.

Police and SPCA retrieve the remains of a dog found in the New Territories. Photo: Handout
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.

6
Pets in Hong Kong

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

Discovery of 85kg alligator snapping turtle in New Territories pond shows how city has fallen behind in biosecurity, experts say.

4
Hong Kong environmental issues

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

A pond-cleaning operation that resulted in the death of over a hundred fish highlights gaps in public awareness of and education on animal welfare.

A dead fish is seen at a pond at King Lam Estate in Tseung Kwan O on January 27. Photo: Jelly Tse
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.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
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.

videocam
4
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.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism.
SUPPORT NOW
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement