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

For many pet owners who have been working or living in the Greater Bay Area and mainland China for a long time and plan to return to Hong Kong, the most troublesome issue in the past was bringing their beloved cats and dogs back to Hong Kong. The old "120-day quarantine period" not only forced pets to spend four entire months alone in an unfamiliar environment, but also left owners to bear high costs and endless longing.

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.

Every weekend and holiday, many parents want to take their cats or dogs out to enjoy nature, or even have a trendy, artistic staycation. However, taking pets out is often a huge physical challenge: what if you have two furry children at home?

Every time you open the door when you get home, does your furry friend charge over to greet you like a wound-up rocket? But because the floor is too slippery, do they often "drift," "skid," or even crash into walls when turning?

In Hong Kong, a city where the pace of life is so fast it feels "suffocating," leaving work on time is often a luxury. As a pet owner, the biggest worries are your fur babies going hungry when you work late, or them suffering from separation anxiety. With the prevalence of dual-income families and long working hours, learning how to balance a hectic career with delicate pet care has become an essential course for every Hong Kong pet parent. We provide an in-depth analysis of automated feeders and monitoring systems to eliminate your worries when you're away from home.

In the "concrete jungle" of Hong Kong where space is at a premium, taking your fur-babies out is a true art form. As pets have been upgraded to "family members," the question of how to move "gracefully" through narrow streets, crowded public transport, and major shopping malls has become a top priority for pet owners. Today, we will break down the pros and cons of pet strollers and backpacks from a "Hong Kong practical" perspective to help you decide which is best for you!