Woman accused of keeping 136 dogs without licences
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) said a woman was being prosecuted for allegedly keeping 136 dogs without valid licences. The AFCD said the case came to light after officers raided an animal shelter in Yuen Long district upon receiving complaints about the premises. Officers suspect the dogs found there were being kept without valid licences. The case will be…
A woman in Hong Kong has been charged for allegedly keeping 136 dogs without proper licences at an animal shelter in Yuen Long, according to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD). The department conducted a thorough inspection at the shelter following complaints and discovered the large number of unlicensed dogs.
The Rabies Regulation in Hong Kong mandates that all dogs over five months old must have a valid licence, with the licences needing to be renewed every three years. The AFCD emphasizes the importance of regular vaccinations and licence renewals to ensure animal health and public safety. Recently, Hong Kong has allowed pet dogs in restaurants, ending a long-standing ban to promote a more "pet-friendly" environment.
The government has granted licences to over 900 restaurants and cafes for this dog-friendly scheme, following more than 2,200 applications. However, dogs in these permitted establishments must remain on a leash no longer than 1.5 metres, which must be held by an adult or attached to a fixture.
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