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.
Dogs Rely More on Smell Than Sight? Scientists Reveal That the Left and Right Nostrils May Have Different “Preferences”!
Scientists have discovered that dogs may use their left and right nostrils differently when processing scents, revealing new insights into canine behaviour and how dogs understand the world.
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.
Your Dog Watches TV… But Do They Actually Understand It?
Do dogs understand TV? Learn how canine vision works, why some dogs watch screens, and whether TV actually benefits their well-being.
The Rise in Juvenile Animal Abuse: A Failure of Family Education or a Legal Vacuum?
Recently, Hong Kong has seen a series of animal cruelty cases involving minors. With a concerning trend of suspects getting younger, society is facing a dilemma between “protecting minors” and “punishing crimes.”
Tragedy in Lok Ma Chau: A Retrospective on the Suspected Serial Animal Cruelty
The animal rescue community is completely heartbroken over a suspected string of dog poisonings in Lok Ma Chau. During what should have been a happy Chinese New Year, 22 community dogs were found dead or went missing, turning the holiday into a nightmare.