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.
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.
5 Kittens in Mainland China Die After Suspected Disinfectant Exposure | Do Similar Products in Hong Kong Contain the Same Chemicals?
Recently, a pet owner in Ningxia took to social media to report that 5 previously healthy kittens in her home had died suddenly within hours after she used a disinfectant marketed as “suitable for pet households” from brand Dettol to mop her floor.
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.”