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.
Yulin Dog Slaughterhouse Shuts Down Before Festival as Owner Exits Trade
This is the first known case in Yulin of a slaughterhouse closing through a livelihood conversion program.
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.