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Pets in Hong Kong

Pets in Hong Kong
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Pets in Hong Kong. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
A dog owner sits with his pets outside a cafe in Kennedy Town. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

No hotpot: Hong Kong dog-friendly restaurants face menu and layout limits

Food and Environmental Hygiene Department says officers will patrol licensed premises every day in first month after issuing permits.

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Hong Kong society

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

Hong Kong society

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

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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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.

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Hong Kong society

Letters | Pets or no pets, may different lifestyles coexist calmly

Readers discuss dog-friendly restaurants, the government’s announcement of a five-year plan, and bus seat belts.

A notice for pet owners entering New Town Plaza in Sha Tin on February 3. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong may set limit of 2 dogs per diner under new pet-friendly policy

Shifting earlier stance after receiving feedback, environment chief also says licence might be granted to larger eateries only in first phase.

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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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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
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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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.

The Exploring Dogs group on a walk through Tai Tong, Hong Kong, in December, 2025. Founder Stephanie Lown says being outdoors in the fresh air can help ground you and give you a fresh perspective. Photo: Instagram/exploringdogs
Hong Kong economy

Pawsitively posh: Hong Kong Pet Show takes luxury to new heights

More than 1,000 exhibitors at Hong Kong Pet Show, with global pet economy on track to hit US$134.46 billion this year amid sustained growth.

A photo spot styled as an old-fashioned Hong Kong cha chaan teng at the show. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s first dog-friendly restaurants could be opening sooner than you think

Environment minister reveals possible timeline for approval of city’s first dog-friendly restaurants under ‘pet economy’ push.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

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.

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Animal welfare in 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.

Animal rescuers warn that illegal trapping and pet smuggling are becoming alarmingly common in Hong Kong, with an average of two animals saved daily. Photo: Edmond So
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

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.

Hong Kong society

Shorter Hong Kong quarantine time drives rise in pet imports from mainland China

City recorded 291 import applications in first 10 months of the year, up from 283 in 2024 as quarantine time reduced from 120 to 30 days.

Crime

Letters | Donkeys slaughtered for their skin is a tragedy on multiple levels

Readers discuss the illicit trade’s damage to animal, human and environmental well-being, and how the city can have both halal and pet-friendly restaurants.

Donkey skins, dried shark fins and other smuggled goods are displayed at a Hong Kong customs press conference on October 27. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong should balance dog-friendly trends with cultural concerns

Readers discuss the debate over dogs in restaurants, gratitude in the city, and the housing market.

A man parks himself in a cafe with his dog in Kai Tak on January 3. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

A perfect purr-scription? How ‘pet doctors’ can help Hong Kong hospital patients

Hospital Authority to allow palliative care patients to spend time with pets and already has volunteer animals to comfort those in need.

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.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to accept mainland Chinese health certificates for imported cats, dogs

Expanded policy means Hong Kong recognises certificates issued by veterinarians from all mainland customs authorities, not just Shenzhen.

Mainland-imported pets will also be able to enjoy a reduced quarantine period if they meet certain requirements. Photo: Nora Tam
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
Crime in Hong Kong

Editorial | Money laundering conviction sends right message to wildlife smugglers

There is a need to send a clear message to sophisticated gangs that their use of Hong Kong for wildlife smuggling will not be tolerated.

Animal welfare in 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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