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The reptiles were found in 26 bags hidden under the cargo compartment of the truck. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong customs seizes 760 suspected endangered reptiles worth HK$580,000

Customs and Excise Department finds 106 turtles and 654 lizards believed to be endangered species hidden in truck bound for mainland China.

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Outrage as China traveller at pet-friendly hotel gets text offering dog meat eateries

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Chinese woman whose dog was poisoned to death by neighbour, sacrifices job for cause

Hong Kong society

Rats versus pets: Hong Kong dog owners want rodent poison in boxes, not bags

Pet owners call for environmental authorities to improve rat extermination methods after one dog accidentally consumes poison three times.

Quaife’s dog, Amfy, on the way to the vet after unwittingly eating rat poison. Photo: Handout
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Furry farewells: pet spirit money, luxury funeral ceremonies take China by storm

Influenced by humanisation of pets and desire for emotional connection, pet services are increasingly mirroring human customs.

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China woman spends US$1,700 to put dog in school for personality tests, training

Shanghai resident says she is too busy to give pet companionship, even pays for a ‘school bus’ to pick up and drop off the animal.

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Plot twists in the viral ‘great escape’ and homecoming video of 7 dogs from China

Once the unexpected turn of events become known, the situation sparks renewed discussions online about misinformation and animal welfare.

A viral video of a 17-kilometre journey home featuring seven dogs in China sparked widespread attention globally, but an investigation revealed the truth. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
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Chinese man uses dog to power electric bike, draws animal abuse criticism

Elderly road rider filmed using dog placed under his seat to make vehicle move; has stick in his hand thought to have been used to whip animal.

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Moving tale of 7 dogs’ escape from captivity in China garners 230 million views

Chinese law does not ban consumption of dog meat, although Shenzhen was one of the first mainland cities to ban eating cats, dogs in 2020.

Hong Kong society

Rodent trip: hamster hitches ride on bus to Sha Tin

Golden brown Syrian hamster spotted by a passenger on KMB bus from Central.

A hamster was spotted on the floor of a KMB bus on Sunday morning. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Pet owners evacuating UAE urge Hong Kong to loosen 120-day quarantine leash

Pet owners call on authorities to relax ‘excessive’ quarantine rules for Dubai, saying requirement makes returning to Hong Kong unfeasible.

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Some Hongkongers have set up a WhatsApp group to seek advice on getting their pets to safety. Photo: Getty Images
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China pet shop boss finds dumped cat with note, cash from elderly facing surgery

Story of kitten in a pet carrier containing clean food bowls left by owner no longer physically able to care for it moves millions online.

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China game shop slammed for using live hamsters in claw machine, also fish, turtles

Images of real furry little animals displaying clear signs of stress as they cower in fear inside arcade machine spark online anger.

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Dozens of pet carcasses found on China road, unsafe transport by owners blamed

Trail of animal destruction leaves blogging dog lover with ‘heartache’; pet expert warns of ‘sickness, nerves, fear, defecation’ on unsafe travels.

A man in China discovered 62 pet carcasses along a 300-kilometre stretch of highway, suggesting owners might have improperly transported them. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
China society

Opinion | Quietly, steadily, animal rights campaigners are making headway in China

With national laws the ultimate goal, progress is being made, one local regulation and court case at a time.

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Chinese man earns US$23,000 in holiday week through cat-feeding services

Home-alone felines benefit from pioneering service which provides litter tray cleaning, medical treatment, nail clipping, even kitty security.

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Quirky China: panda keeps phone, talented piglet spared from dinner, gold rush

From a baby porker who saves its own bacon to a gold-rush lite among the country’s youth, the SCMP takes a sideways look at the news.

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Ancient Chinese act of bringing cat home as pet was similar to marital contract

Rich feline history which saw emperors laud the animals and poets wax lyrical about them precedes popularity of today’s household pet.

In ancient China, the process of bringing a cat home to raise as a pet was similar to marriage and required a formal betrothal. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Baidu
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.

Tourism

The Shiba Inu story: where does the popular Japanese hunting dog come from?

One woman’s research has sparked interest in the heritage of Shiba Inus and local revitalisation in the city where the first one lived.

Hong Kong population

Opinion | Boost birth rates? Governments should focus on the population they have

Instead of growing the population at all costs, governments should be practically addressing longer life expectancies.

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People shop with their pets in New Town Plaza in Sha Tin, on September 21, 2025. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Furry friends in restaurants a big step towards a pet-friendly Hong Kong

The relaxation of public transport and dining rules acknowledges the social value of pets in a crowded city like Hong Kong.

A woman walks with her dog outside a restaurant in New Town Plaza in Hong Kong’s Sha Tin district on February 3. Photo: Sam Tsang
TV shows and streaming video

Puppy Bowl XXII aims to help old dogs find new families too

Senior dogs will get their moment in the spotlight at Puppy Bowl XXII, with a halftime showdown that promotes adoption for older pets.

Animal welfare 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.

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Hong Kong economy

Is Hong Kong barking up the wrong tree with dog-friendly restaurants?

Can pet-friendly premises really give Hong Kong’s economy a boost?

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Story of China woman and wolf son gains renewed fame, gets 2.8 billion views online

Touching journey back to the wild of a rescued cub which grew up among humans and dogs leaves animal’s ‘mother’ in tears.

A Chinese woman and her adopted wolf “son” have gained renewed fame recently with the resurgence of the documentary “Return to the Wolf Pack” this year. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo
Wellness

For these Hongkongers, walking isn’t just exercise – it’s therapy

For cancer survivors, walking is one of the most accessible and sustainable forms of rehabilitation we learn on World Cancer Day.

Animals

Do dogs like music? Experts weigh in on how songs affect our furry friends

Music seems to have a calming effect on dogs, but under what circumstances and which genre? Animal experts explain dog music dos and don’ts.

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