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Kent Luk says it is common practice for rescuers to have dog microchips registered in their names. Photo: Edmond So
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Activist charged after microchipped dog caught in probe into suspected attack

One of five strays caught in Yuen Long was registered to Kent Luk, founder of Paws Guardian Rescue Shelter.

Hong Kong society

Shelters warn against poor treatment of warehouse guard dogs in New Territories

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Hong Kong society

Search for stray dogs expanded as new CCTV cameras installed in Yuen Long

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South Korea

Shark in the park: viral sighting shakes up South Korea’s Busan

Nearly 20,000 visitors flocked to the North Port Waterfront Park over the weekend to see the shark, which has also spawned a flood of memes.

A copper shark about 3.5 metres long swims in the waterway of a waterfront park off the southeastern port city of Busan, South Korea, on Friday. Photo: EPA/Yonhap
South Korea’s coastguard members aboard a boat try to guide a copper shark about 3.5 metres long towards the open sea after it was found in the waterway of a waterfront park in Busan on Friday. Photo: EPA/Yonhap
New Zealand

Black robin rules roost in New Zealand’s Bird of the Year vote

The critically endangered bird received more than 26,000 votes, beating the kakapo and karearea falcon to the title.

Japan

Japan asks for US$43 million to weed out cherry tree-devouring longhorn beetle

Further growth in the ‘invasive’ beetle population could make it difficult to enjoy cherry blossom viewing in the spring.

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Science

New cat species identified in Bolivia, first in over a century

The Tilcayo is part of a group of South American tiger cats and was found in the lush Yungas cloud forest.

A Tilcayo walks at the Senda Verde animal refuge in the Yungas region, Bolivia, on September 1. Photo: National Geographic via Reuters
Indonesia

Indonesia steps in to save baby orangutans found motherless at Indian forest

Authorities suspect the five primates were trafficked into India, sparking a criminal investigation.

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Indonesia

Indonesia rescues 6 orangutans from forest fires in a week

The apes were saved from plantations in West Kalimantan province, where they got stuck after fires cut off access to their forest home.

World of performing arts

Review | Cavalluna’s Hong Kong debut was a magical, if cliché, equine spectacle

Cavalluna’s Asian debut stunned the city with its spectacular horsemanship, but plain and flawed storytelling was a fly in the ointment.

An equestrian stunt performer balancing on the side of her horse at a performance of Cavalluna – Gate to the Otherworld. The show is in Hong Kong until September 13 at Kai Tak Arena. Photo: Cavalluna
European Union

Endangered Sumatran tigers born in Greece as zoos build safety net

Three two-month-old Sumatran tiger cubs receive identification microchips and their first vaccinations at a zoo near Athens.

A two-month-old female Sumatran tiger cub growls after its first vaccination and microchipping at Attica Zoological Park near Athens, Greece, on Tuesday. Photo: AP
Wellness

How to care for your pet during Hong Kong’s summer heat and thunderstorms

Extreme heat and storms can severely affect dogs, both physically and emotionally. Here are some expert tips on caring for yours.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Safety or hostility? Dog owners split over Hong Kong’s crackdown on leash rules

‘The inspections and enforcement are good for protecting the safety of people and pets. They should be continued as we don’t want to see any more tragedies,’ one dog owner says.

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Indonesia

Orangutan in Indonesia dies after exposure to haze fires, abnormalities in lungs

The 20-year-old male orangutan was unable to stand and was struggling to breathe when a joint team of rescuers found him.

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An orangutan named Sampurna being treated during a rescue operation at a palm-oil plantation near an area affected by wildfires, in Kuala Satong village, Ketapang regency, West Kalimantan, on Sunday. Photo: Reuters
Japan

Tag, not kill: Japan bear project aims to show coexistence can prevent attacks

The programme has been credited with prompting both a recovery in bear numbers and fewer encounters with humans in Nagano.

Wild bear expert Akiko Takii collects blood and fur samples from a tranquilised female black bear on July 14. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong society

Backlash grows after Hong Kong authorities seize second ‘fighting dog’ in week

Owner says officers determined dog was a pit bull terrier after taking photos and videos and sending them to department vet.

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Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police probe viral video of dog trapped in running washing machine

Two Instagram stories circulating on Saturday show animal tumbling inside front-loading washing machine drum as it fills with water.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Man held after laundry capsules dumped into pond, killing fish, injuring turtles

Hong Kong police arrest 42-year-old suspect after examining surveillance footage of Ma On Shan incident.

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A large amount of foam was found in a pond (left) at the Kam Ying Court estate, harming its turtles and killing a catfish. Photo: Facebook/The Turtle’s Inn’s Post
Japan

Japan probes 39kg of bread dumped in national park

The bread was initially believed to have been used as bait for cameras live streaming images of animals, but no such equipment was found.

Japan

Japan to probe popular animal cafes amid hygiene, welfare concerns

A WWF Japan survey has found that some shops keep endangered species while others have inadequate hygiene management.

Malaysia

Trunk road: injured elephant’s 100km trek home drives debate in Malaysia

The Asian elephant’s long journey back home has stirred outrage over logging and habitat loss in Malaysia.

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Sulong walks along a road on his 100km journey back home in August. Photo: X/jjhwonu
Japan

Japan’s famous bonfire monkey zoo to close for major revamp

During the closure, the zoo plans to use social media to post updates on its 700 monkeys and hold members-only events.

Primates warm themselves by a bonfire at the Japan Monkey Centre. Photo: AichiNow
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Want to keep a big dog in Hong Kong? Experts share what you should know

Concerns about responsible handling of big dogs raised after attacks last week.

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Africa

4 arrested as Kenya investigates 18 elephant deaths in Amboseli

Preliminary laboratory ‌results point to the probable involvement of a toxic substance, the tourism and wildlife ministry says.

Hong Kong courts

Pet owner barred from leaving Hong Kong pending trial over fatal dog attacks

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department says the 60kg dog will not be put down at this stage and will instead undergo health and temperament assessments.

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Ng Shui-ting, 52, leaves Tuen Mun Court after being released on bail pending trial over allegations that his 60kg dog killed two pets and injured another. Photo: Edmond So
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Owner of dog in fatal pet attacks charged with failing to properly control animal

Department says it is also following up on laying additional charges under Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Ordinance.

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A 60kg dog that fatally mauled two smaller pets in Yuen Long could be euthanised if surrendered by its owner. Photo: Threads/yyy.yuu
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong boy, 14, arrested for animal cruelty after badly injured cat dies

Vet clinic employee called police suspecting animal had been treated inappropriately.

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Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Letters | Train frontline workers to handle animals humanely and legally

Readers discuss animal welfare training, the danger of animal smuggling, the US-Iran MOU, and a fuller picture on migration.

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