14-Year-Old Boy Arrested Over Alleged Animal Cruelty After Vet Discovers Suspicious Injuries on Lifeless Foster Cat
A 14-year-old boy in Hong Kong was arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty after a veterinarian found suspicious injuries on a deceased foster cat.
Operator of Yuen Long Dog Shelter “520 Stray Animal Station” Charged with 7 Offences, Including Animal Cruelty and False Reporting of a Crime
The operator of Yuen Long’s 520 Stray Animal Station has been charged with seven offences, including animal cruelty and falsely reporting a crime.
Security Guard at Private Housing Estate Threw Lost Pet Cat Away as Garbage; Judge Says He “Took the Cat’s Life,” Sentences Him to 4 Months in Prison
A Hong Kong security guard who threw a lost pet cat into a rubbish bin was sentenced to four months in prison after pleading guilty to animal cruelty.
Hong Kong’s Dog-Friendly Restaurant Scheme Off to a Smooth Start; Second Round of Applications Planned in Six Months
Hong Kong’s pet-friendly restaurant scheme has launched smoothly, with more dog-friendly dining venues expected as a second round of applications opens within six months.
Should Animal Shelters in Hong Kong Be Subject to Mandatory Licensing to Prevent Abuse and Neglect?
Recent shelter controversies have renewed calls for mandatory licensing of Hong Kong animal shelters, stronger oversight, and a legal Duty of Care framework.
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.