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9 September, 2024
The deaths of six cats on the campus of Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur have reignited debates over the treatment of strays in Malaysia. Photo: Shutterstock
Malaysia

Gruesome deaths of cats at Malaysian campus spark outrage from animal lovers

Critics and veterinarians have rejected police’s explanation that a pack of wild dogs had mutilated the felines.

Pets in Hong Kong

Pet snakes trending in Hong Kong as Gen Z opts for ‘chill’ animals

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong police investigating after dogs owned by ex-beauty queen poisoned

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, December 6-8

A flea market for finding some quirky gifts, a pet market and a music festival are among the draws this weekend. Or you can try aerial yoga.

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Central Market in Central, Hong Kong, is hosting a weekend pet market, with quirky items for sale and workshops for pet owners. It’s one of our picks of the best things to do in Hong Kong over the December 6-8 weekend.
Hong Kong society

Letters | Pet-friendly bus route should prompt owners to obey rules

Readers discuss responsible pet ownership, the benefits of easing the path to tax residency in Hong Kong, and Russia’s rationale for attacking Ukraine.

Hong Kong

PostMag Christmas gift guide: 9 ideas for the chill island dweller

We’ve picked out a jacket for pets, mushroom supplements, corduroy slip-ons, a Chinese checkers set, a hiker’s backpack and an indigo dye workshop.

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Singapore

Singapore jails helper who hung up dog in balcony and beat it to death

The woman, acting on her boss’ instructions, repeatedly hit the poodle with a rod-like object and hung it from a balcony railing.

Prosecutors said the pet poodle died as a result of the repeated beatings received from the helper. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to slash quarantine for cats and dogs from Macau from 120 days to 30

Discussions continuing with mainland authorities over inclusion on the same quarantine arrangements list as Macau.

Animals

The Frenchman who sleeps with alligator in his bed

Philippe Gillet, a former hunting guide in Africa, keeps 400 exotic pets at his house in France and shares his experiences on social media.

MTR Corporation

Editorial | Pet-friendly services on right road for Hong Kong

Allowing owners to get away with their animals on buses is not only good for them but also the city economy.

Cecily Wong, with 14-year-old Momo, on a pet-friendly KMB bus. Photo: Lo Hoi-ying
US presidential election 2024

Dogecoin soars as Trump names Musk to head new DOGE efficiency department

‘Dogefather’ Musk is a long-time fan of the cryptocurrency with the canine mascot, and a staunch backer of the US president-elect.

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Dogecoin was seen as a joke at first, but has since amassed a group of fans who have periodically sent its price soaring. Photo: Shutterstock
Malaysia

Halal pet food: meat-ing the needs of Southeast Asia’s Muslim ‘pawrents’

Southeast Asia’s growing cohort of Muslim pet owners are prioritising halal options.

Hong Kong society

Hairy adventure: how pet-friendly is Hong Kong’s public transport?

For many owners, taking a ‘family member’ out for trips around the city can be a costly, logistical nightmare, which is why a new bus service comes as a welcome change.

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 wellness events this weekend in Hong Kong, November 1-3

Up your tennis game, sweat at a fitness fest with rescued dogs, combat anxiety at breathwork and meditation sessions or go to an autism fair.

Simon Yuen will hold a breathwork session to combat anxiety this weekend in Hong Kong, one of several wellness events you can catch. Photo: Breathless Expeditions
Hong Kong

Editorial | Let Hong Kong dogs have day, but keep the public safe

Easing of quarantine rules for some canines and cats entering Hong Kong is good news for animals and owners alike. However, there must be safeguards.

No local cases of rabies have been recorded in Hong Kong since 1987, thanks to the city’s strict quarantine regimes for pet cats and dogs. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong pets welcomed aboard city’s first animal-friendly public bus service

Service considered breakthrough for commuters with animals as pets are typically prohibited from going on MTR trains, public buses and trams.

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 shopping opportunities in Hong Kong this weekend, October 11-13

Pet pampering, picnicking and period underwear are a click away this weekend in Hong Kong, and see a luxury-meets-athleisure sneaker collab.

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Animals

No surgery needed: scientists develop dog neutering jab – and it’s reversible

The procedure, a simple injection, means canine patients don’t have to be sedated or go under the knife.

A vet prepares a dog before it receives a neutering injection in Santiago, Chile, on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
Insurance

Hongkongers buying more pet coverage, propelling insurer OneDegree to a profit

The company said 64 per cent of its insurees are cats; the rest are dogs, save for a few birds.

Donald Trump

‘Please don’t eat my cat’: Trump parody song goes viral

The singer’s popularity has soared since he got his singing claws into Trump, raising over US$20,000 for Springfield’s animal welfare groups.

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Wellness

Dog walking risks and how to control the one you’re walking

Losing control of a dog can cause injuries including broken bones. Experts share ways to lower risks, from what to wear to strength training.

Susannah Johnston has been injured three times while walking her dog. Photo: Vincent Cohan via AP
US presidential election 2024

US woman behind pet-eating rumours spread by Trump admits claims are false

Republicans have parroted Erika Lee’s accusations, prompting bomb threats in Springfield and causing Haitian migrants to become targets.

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A man carries an AI-generated image of former US president Donald Trump carrying cats away from Haitian immigrants, a reference to falsehoods spread about Springfield, Ohio, during a campaign rally in Tucson, Arizona, on Thursday. Photo: TNS
Disease

Doodle or poodle, which is healthier? The answer isn’t what you might think

Recent research on dogs such as labradoodles challenges the common assumption that mixed-breed dogs are healthier than pure-bred ones.

Brazil

Brazilian beach sport’s star dog gains social media following, and ad deals

Footvolley-playing dog Floki has charmed social media and Rio de Janeiro beachgoers with his skills. Now brand partnerships are rolling in.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Opinion | Regulate Hong Kong’s exotic pet trade to stop invasive species

Considering the harm done to biodiversity, authorities should ban the trade of non-native pet species that are invasive, dangerous or difficult to care for.

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Lizards inside a display at an exotic pet shop in Mong Kok. The trade in reptiles and other exotic pets remains robust in Hong Kong despite its potential to damage local biodiversity and threaten native species. Photo: Jelly Tse
China society

Video | Puppy love: why pet weddings are on the rise in China

Driven by the popularity of owning furry friends and a growing willingness to splurge on them, pet weddings are on the rise in China.

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Pet weddings are on the rise in China. Photo: Reuters
What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, September 6-8

Get ready to sing your heart out, watch a sequel to an 80s classic and have fun at a party this weekend in Hong Kong – weather permitting.

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 must-shop events in Hong Kong this weekend, September 6-8

From the ‘Rolls-Royce of umbrellas’ and NFC leather pet tags to a pop-up selling cool lifestyle goodies designed by Hong Kong creatives, check out these weekend shopping highlights.

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