Up to 3 Million Stray Dogs at Risk? Global Outrage Erupts Over Morocco’s World Cup Animal Welfare Crisis
The issue of Morocco’s stray dog population has escalated into a global controversy ahead of the country’s role as co-host of the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Hong Kong Ombudsman Investigates AFCD and Veterinary Board Handling of Veterinary Complaints System
Hong Kong Ombudsman announced on 19 May 2026 the launch of a direct investigation into the handling of complaints against veterinarians.
Hong Kong Pet-Friendly Restaurant Scheme | Applications Open Now
Starting May 18, restaurant operators in Hong Kong can apply to join a new Food and Environmental Hygiene Department scheme allowing dogs inside licensed premises. The first approved venues are expected to begin admitting dogs in July.
Beijing Court Upholds Compensation in City’s First Pet Poisoning Case
The Beijing No.3 Intermediate People’s Court delivered its final ruling in a landmark case involving the poisoning of companion animals—Beijing’s first-ever pet-poisoning incident resolved through criminal prosecution.
Hong Kong Animal Cruelty Law Reform, But Phased
Calls to strengthen Hong Kong’s animal protection laws have once again taken centre stage—but meaningful legal change will not arrive all at once.
Science Just Found a Wild Reason Dogs Make Us Nicer
There is a compelling biological reason why dogs have earned the title “man’s best friend.” Research now suggests that living with dogs doesn’t just affect us emotionally—it may also influence our biology in ways that support social and mental well‑being.
Hundreds of Reports, Few Convictions: Hong Kong Ombudsman’s Wake‑Up Call on Animal Cruelty
Hong Kong is set to enhance enforcement procedures in response to an Ombudsman investigation that identified systemic shortcomings in the handling of suspected animal cruelty cases. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) has outlined a series of operational improvements, particularly in cases involving restricted access to private premises.