Woman found dead in Hong Kong with suspected dog bites, probe under way

A 33-year-old woman, the owner of a pet training facility in Hong Kong, was discovered dead after being attacked by a dog at her facility in Ta Kwu Ling. Police stated that footage showed the woman interacting with a one-year-old mongrel when the dog attacked her, leaving injuries on her head, neck, jaw, and arms. The dog, potentially a mixed breed with pit bull ancestry, was among six others at the facility at the time.

The woman, who held the licence for both the training centre and dog hotel, had been running the business since January. No signs of intruders were found, and a post-mortem examination will determine the exact cause of death. The facility, known as Pawsgate, provides services such as dog training, boarding, and temporary shelter for stray dogs.

The incident has sparked discussions about the management of large dogs in Hong Kong, following a separate fatal attack involving an unleashed 60kg dog.