“A final goodbye”: HA to extend pet visits for palliative care patients
For Fung, an elderly patient who has spent the past three months at Hong Kong’s Caritas Medical Centre, one of her greatest wishes is to see her beloved cat, Silver, again.
Starting October 1, 2025, HK Water Taxi welcomes pets on board
Take your pet on a boat ride to Lei Yue Mun! Starting October 1, 2025, the “Hong Kong Water Taxi” weekend route gets an exciting upgrade. A brand-new direct route between Lei Yue Mun and Tsim Sha Tsui will now run every Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday. The trip takes just 45 minutes—no more crowded MTR rides or endless transfers. Instead, relax […]
HK to lift 30-year ban on dogs in restaurants under new licensing scheme
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced in his 2025 Policy Address that dogs will soon be allowed inside licensed food premises, overturning regulations that have stood for more than three decades. The measure, pending industry consultation, is seen as a major step toward creating a more pet-inclusive city. Under the current Food Business Regulation, in […]
MTR extends pet-friendly light rail trail till end-August
MTR Extends Cat/Dog Carrying Trial on Light Rail Until End of August The MTR Corporation has announced an extension of its pet-friendly Light Rail trial until the end of August. Originally launched in May, the trial aimed to offer more convenience for passengers traveling with their cats and dogs on weekends and public holidays. After […]
Paws & Go: KMB introduces five tail-waggin’ bus routes!
Kowloon Motor Bus (KMB) introduces five “pet-friendly bus tour” routes starting Sunday, 13 October, allowing pet owners and their pets to enjoy the fun of bus rides while promoting a pet-friendly community. These tours will run on weekends and public holidays, covering Sha Tin, Tsuen Wan, Pak Shek Kok, Sai Kung, the West Kowloon Cultural […]