Pets Thing: The latest information on pet products in Hong Kong

Starting from May 8, 2026, the Hong Kong government officially relaxed a ban that had been in place for over 30 years, allowing restaurant operators to apply for permission for dogs to enter their establishments! Previously, when taking furry friends out, and wanting to enjoy a nice meal, one could only sit "hot" in an outdoor corner of a restaurant in the scorching heat, or secretly peek at the furry friend at the door while gobbling down food quickly. Now, major shopping malls, restaurants, and cafes are transforming into pet-friendly places. Taking your beloved pet to enjoy air-conditioned steak or high tea is no longer a dream.

Entering 2026, Hong Kong's "pet culture" has undergone a qualitative leap. In the past, we thought that having an automatic feeder and an automatic litter box was enough to be considered "tech-savvy pet ownership," but according to the latest industry forecasts, the global pet technology market will soar to US$19.1 billion this year.

Previously, when I wanted to take my pets to Japan, they usually had to be checked in like luggage. I'd be up there drinking orange juice while they were trembling with fear down below. Now, Hong Kong Airlines has launched the "Pet-in-Cabin" service, featuring Pet-in-Cabin (PETC) , meaning you can fly to Tokyo and Osaka with your furry friend! But this isn't as simple as just buying a ticket and going; there are many quarantine regulations and hidden pitfalls involved. We've broken it down for you in this easy-to-understand guide to solve these problems and save you from unnecessary trouble.