The List #230, Jan 15 2015

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Issue 230 15 January 2015

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Paws For Thought It’s The List’s Pet Issue!

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05 Editor’s Letter

What’s In

High on heels, low on communist manifestos in this spread for Italian brand Pinko.

06 Guestlist

Go Ahead and Smile

14 Feature

Finger on The Pulse

A peek inside the Southside’s hottest opening.

42 mr. Know-it-all

Beauty and Wellness

50 Baby Pak choi

Lily Allen, Britain’s rudest pop princess, hits town.

08 Wishlist

Lookbook

Carte Collective founder Tania Ng shares with us, after years of research, the best liquid eyeliner in Hong Kong.

We learn about an eco-friendly trail-walking app, and road-test an eye de-puffing potion.

KNOW & TEL

Animal Adoption p.20

Vets p.26

Pet Gear p.30

Animal House

Want to bring a pet home from the shelter?

Read this first.

Duck Off

What’s up with those pressed ducks we see hanging around?

Knocked Up?

Sarah Fung dishes out a few handy tips for the nervous soon-to-be mom.

Dog-Friendly Restaurants p.34 Pet-Sitters p.38

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It’s a Dog’s Life If you’re considering giving an animal in need a forever home in 2015, you’ll definitely need a copy of this issue. From animal shelters to pet supplies, we’ve got everything you need to set up a loving home for a furry friend.

editor’s letter

Looking for a pet? Ditch the pet store and check out these adoption agencies (p.20) instead. Hong Kong mongerels—or tong gau—are smart, loyal and don’t have the health conditions that many purebreds suffer from. If you have a specific breed in mind, poodles, poms and shih tzus can be found in many adoption centers. There are also plenty of cats, rabbits, hamsters and turtles looking for good homes.

Once you’ve got your new friend, it’s time to load up on essential pet gear (p.30) and find a healthcare provider. Our listing of vets (p.26) should make the search a little easier. Then, once you’re all set up, it’s time to have some fun! We’ve got info for dogfriendly parks (p.32) and restaurants (p.34), and even the details of a bus service (p.40) that’ll take you and your pooch all over town.

And when you need to be out of town for a few days?

We have listings for pet-sitters and animal hotels (p.38) so you can rest assured that Fluffy gets nothing but five-star treatment while you’re enjoying yourself.

Woof!

Sarah Fung

Three Weird Things We Learned From This Issue • You can buy an urn for a horse (p.40) • Hong Kong is home to a celebrity Bichon Frisé called Cash, whose owner feeds him abalone and foie gras (p.36) • There is such a thing as “doggie fat camp” and you can send your portly pooch to one (p.39)

Get in Touch I’d love to hear from you! E-mail me: sarah.fung@hkmagmedia.com Find me on Twitter: @sarahefung

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Make a Date Our picks for the month

Lily Allen

January 21

January 31

Bublé Up

Pop Princess

Canadian crooner Michael Bublé is in town this month to perform. The cheapest tickets are sold out, so hurry if you want the chance to catch the Grammy Award-winner live.

UK pop sensation Lily Allen makes her Hong Kong debut.

Ever since returning to music in 2013 after a three-year hiatus, she’s shed her bad-girl image—but continues to bring us catchy pop hits.

8:15pm. Hall 10, AsiaWorld-Expo, Chek Lap Kok. $680-1,880 from www.cityline.com

7pm. Hall 10, AsiaWorld-Expo, Chek Lap Kok. $788 from www.hkticketing.com Photo: Warwick Saint

January 24-25

Drum Roll, Please Can’t tell the difference between a snare hiss and a drum roll? Prize-winning multi-percussionist Johannes Fischer is here to set that right. Together with Yip Wing-sze and the Hong Kong Sinfonietta, he’s performing a range of exuberant works written for percussion.

Jan 24, 7:30pm; 25, 3pm. Concert Hall, City Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central. $140-300 from www.urbtix.hk

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Guestlist

january 31

Swingers’ Club Hit up the Fringe Club to check out All That Swing, featuring the Saturday Night Jazz Orchestra. The 20-strong band was established in 1990 and is still going strong, performing at various music and arts festivals. Expect to get your toes tapping to some jazzy classics.

Spotted!

New Year’s Eve at The Mira Dec 31

9:30-10:45pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd., Central, 2521-7251. $130 in advance and for members; $150 on the door, including a drink

Time for Tea Indulge yourself with the dark chocolate truffle fondue afternoon tea at DK Cuppa Tea Café. This low-fat organic high tea is made with soy-free vegan dark chocolate and comes with organic figs, chestnuts and yogurt cheesecakes in all sorts of scrumptious flavors.

What’s more, you’ll also get a personal aromatherapy consultation afterwards and a bottle of facial serum to suit your skin type.

DK Cuppa Tea Café, 16A Staunton St., Central, 2771-2847. $298 per person

Partygoers looking to avoid the crowds of Central turned out in force to watch the ball drop at The Mira hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui. The open-bar blowout kicked off at Vibes, the secret-garden-esque outdoor bar, with a lineup of performances from belly dancers and live bands alike, before moving on to sexy lounge Room One for late-night drinks. Happy New Year to one and all from all of us here at The List!

Want to see your event featured here?

Send invitations to thelist@hkmagmedia.com

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A dose of Hong Kong style

wishlist

Fashion Forecast This fortnight’s style digest

Cape Town This black-and-white cape is bang on trend, plus cozy for those chilly nights out.

Hot Opening

Hot

Trendwatch

$7,890 from Sarah Lai

Feel the Pulse If you haven’t checked out new shopping mall The Pulse yet, make haste. Overlooking the ocean in Repulse Bay, you’ll find big names like Pure Fitness, Classified and Market Place by Jason moving in along with a range of lifestyle brands such as Doma, Fink, Loveramics, Lovers & Friends and Scalise. The good vibes continue with the kids’ complex, Peek-a-boo, an activities zone for little ones. Hungry? It’s worth checking out newbie BBQ and seafood resto Limewood, which blends Southeast Asian and southern American cuisines and throws in frozen margaritas for that true beach flavor.

28 Beach Rd., Repulse Bay, 2835-6536, www.thepulse.com.hk

Run Rabbit No outfit is complete without a bunny accessory! $1,400 from Blind by JW @ Zalora Marketplace

Hats Off Check out this winter-toned hat from Helen Kaminski.

Bonus points: it rolls up to fit in your bag. $2,120 from Helen Kaminski

Child’s Play Glitter hair bands make a better addition to your kid’s dress up box.

Sogo So Good Closed for renovations since the start of 2014, Sogo in Tsim Sha Tsui has reopened with a fresh look for the new year. The four-floor department store offers a full range of high-end brands in its signature boutique-style format: you’ll find cosmetics and skin care in the basement with all the favorites such as Aveda, Biotherm, Crabtree & Evelyn and Neal’s Yard Remedies. Move to the upper ground floor for fragrances and cosmetics; the ground floor for handbags and accessories; and the extensive first floor for women and men’s ready-to-wear brands.

20 Nathan Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2833-8338, www.sogo.com.hk

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Monki

Space Girl This intergalactic vest-dress can blast back into outer space.

Urban Outfitters

NOT

Hot Opening

Lookbook

wishlist

Panasonic DMC-GM1K I carry my camera with me as often as I can.

You never know when you’ll stumble on to something unique or discover a new corner of Hong Kong. Not only is it easy to use, it’s compact and super light yet still produces amazing, highquality photos.

Tonfisk Design Milk & Sugar Set I got this milk and sugar set from a close friend for my birthday.

It uses gravity to keep the sugar bowl on top while you pour milk from the side of the pitcher! I’m always making coffee at home so this unique set makes the process a little bit more fun.

Caracas Candle Tania Ng Tania Ng is the co-founder of Carte Collective, a recently launched Hong Kong-based online store that offers affordable, stylish outfits. She tells The List about her favorite things. www.cartecollective.com

I am a crazy candle collector. This one by Glasshouse is my favorite because it has a refreshing light floral scent that makes you feel like you’re walking on a bed of flowers. After you’ve finished up the candle you can use it as a Pinterest-worthy jar for your makeup brushes, pencils, cotton buds or candies.

Dolly Wink Eyeliner Since I was 16 years old, I’ve been on the hunt for the best eyeliner and I finally found this holy grail liquid liner in Sasa a couple of years ago. This super affordable liquid liner is extremely easy to use and creates precise lines perfect for those who love the cat-eye look just as much as me!

Stingray Leather Card Holder I got this card holder made at Zee’s Leather in Tsim Sha Tsui.

I love how affordable it is and how you can customize the type of leather you use and the shape of the holder. In addition to cardholders, Zee’s Leather also specializes in shoes, handbags and wallets.

Leather Moto Jacket I’ve had this Blue Heroes leather moto jacket for many years—the quality is well worth the money. A good leather jacket is that classic piece that will never go out of style. I also love how you can just add it to practically any outfit and immediately take it up a notch!

Wanderlust Dress This is my favorite piece from our online shop.

It’s the epitome of the Carte Collective girl: unapologetically sexy, effortless and romantic.

To me it’s that statement dress every girl needs in her wardrobe for special occasions, or just a night where she can spice things up. It’s got a bit of an Asian flair but still works for the city girl.

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Beauty & Wellness Your guide to looking fit and fabulous

New Gym

Sweatin’ Down South The Southside is all abuzz with a wave of new openings at The Pulse—the new beachside shopping and lifestyle mall in Repulse Bay. Joining the flock is Pure South, a hybrid of Pure Yoga and Pure Fitness, which promises a big running track, a boxing corner, and nearly 100 classes every week, including the likes of aerial yoga and Spartan Training—an intense interval-training class. If you’re a Southside resident looking to keep those healthy New Year resolutions, this might be your bag.

1/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Rd., Repulse Bay, 8200-0908, www.pure-fitness.com

Trending Tech

Tried & Tested

App, App and Away

Eyes on the Prize

Gone are the days of getting lost in the great outdoors: now there’s an app to make your next hike a breeze. Recently launched in Hong Kong, TrailWatch comes with lots of handy map functions that will track your elevation, distance and calories burned. The features also let you take pictures, and create and share trails with other hikers—making it a great resource for exploring new treks across the territory. If it breaks your tree-hugging heart to see trash spilled on the trails, you can do your part by reporting litter and construction through the app to help monitor and clean up Hong Kong’s environment. There goes the case for unplugging! trailwatch.hk. Free via iTunes or Google Play.

There’s nothing like a string of boozy nights and a hectic holiday travel schedule to aggravate those delicate under-eyes. Following a long-haul trot to the US that left her with dry, irritated eyes and skin, senior editor Kate Springer gave Benefit’s new Puff Off eye smoother a try.

It comes with a quirky dispenser that looks like an iron, so you can give it a squeeze and then smooth the cooling cream around puffy peepers. The tingly feel immediately energizes your eyes and visibly helps with puffiness, thanks to skincalming peptides. But if you’re after an all-in-one deal that will combat dark circles, you’ll have to keep looking.

Available Feb 1, 2015. $280 from Benefit counters including Lane Crawford, Times Square, 1 Matheson St., Causeway Bay, 3102-3690

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What’s In Pinko

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$2,670 2. Two-tone Dress

$10,700 3. Chunky Scarf

$2,850 4. Leather Trousers

$11,730 5. Knit Jumper

$3,620 6. Floral Skirt

$3,020 7. Pleated Skirt

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$5,090

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8. Polkadot Shorts

$4,140 9. Magnolia Dress

$6,870 10. Corset Dress

$5,140 11. Ankle Boots

$8,180 12. Scarlet Coat

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$6,560 13. Checkered Trousers

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$3,420

Shop 119, Lee Gardens Two, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, 2563-6668

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Animal House

All photos courtesy of LAP

If you’ve got some extra love to give and enough free time to care for an animal, why not provide a dog with its forever home? Judy Wan from SPCA and LAP founder Sheila McClelland tell The List what you need to know.

It really tugs at the heart strings knowing that hundreds of pets are abandoned on Hong Kong’s streets every month. The city’s animal rescue charities do a fantastic job, but they couldn’t do it without you: their next potential fosterer or adopter. So if you’re thinking of getting a dog this year, don’t head to the pet store: visit your nearest rescue shelter and give a homeless animal a loving family. Just make sure to read these need-to-knows before you take the plunge.

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Ask the Experts The List: Is it true that lots of pets get abandoned after Christmas?

Sheila McClelland: The rate of abandonment is, sadly, a continual

flow. It tends to go up around holiday time, whether that’s Christmas or summer. Older animals are dumped before Chinese

Judy Wan, Welfare Operations Manager, Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals The SPCA (HK) operates adoption centers with a team to help rescue, save and socialize animals in distress.

2802-0501, www.spca.org.hk

New Year, apparently for superstitious reasons. And while it’s generally assumed that people abandon animals after the holiday, it’s quite often our experience that animals are actually dumped before, so that the owners can go away on holiday.

Whatever the time of year, it is a lifetime commitment, so practice “Planned Pet Parenthood”—adding to your family is not a time for surprises.

The List: Why should we adopt a dog, rather than head to a pet shop?

Judy Wan: Adopting helps suffering dogs and reduces the number

of street dogs. We rescue over 600 homeless animals a month, and we know there are a lot more out there waiting for help.

Another problem is substandard breeding. Some breeders neglect animal welfare when they breed the dogs for sale. That’s why we encourage people to adopt a dog instead of buying one.

Sheila McClelland, Founder of Lifelong Animal Protection Charity (LAP)

The List: Where do the dogs put up for adoption come from?

JW: They are mostly street animals or abandoned animals rescued

by our team, from private shelters, and the Agriculture, Fisheries

McClelland started the charity by

and Conservation Department (AFCD). Some are from owners who

rescuing animals on Lamma Island.

can no longer take care of the animal. They will surrender the pet,

LAP later developed as a volunteer

and ask us to find a new home for it.

and non-profit organization that helps animals in need across Hong Kong.

The List: Who makes a good candidates for dog adoption?

6477-1492, www.lap.org.hk

SM: What makes a person suitable for adoption is like any other

family member coming into your home and life. It’s not a stuffed toy. You have to change your lifestyle to fit the new member’s needs. That might mean coming home earlier to walk them, or even getting someone to look after the dog.

JW: We assess the applicant, and check the household for its dog-

friendliness, family background, financial support and experience

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in keeping pets. We also try to match the personalities of the adopter and the dog. For example, we would be careful not to let busy people adopt attention-seeking dogs.

The List: What should we consider before adopting?

JW: It’s a lifelong commitment that can last for 15-18 years. And

remember that healthy dogs need financial support too: you need to spend on their vaccinations and food. Additionally, the adopter should always consider if they will get along well with the dog in terms of personality.

The List: What are some practical benefits of adopting?

SM: Animals from reputable adoption agencies are health-checked,

neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped—it’s all done.

This is not usually the service you get from breeders and pet shops. In fact, adopted animals are likely to be healthier, as they are already treated against heartworm or tick fever—common dog illnesses and diseases in Hong Kong.

The List: Roughly how much would it cost us to adopt?

SM: The adoption fee is $1,500 to cover medical costs, such as

desexing and blood tests, as well as heartworm, flea, and tick prevention. We also cover vaccinations up until adoption. Our

training classes have four participants at a time, and cost $2,400 for five sessions. The last session is private to address individual issues.

The List: So, we’ve got the dog home, now what?

SM: It’s important to give your animal

security and safety, and you can do that by giving them a routine, and a space which is theirs alone. This allows them to know what the boundaries are, and feel safe and secure. It’s also vital to maintain patience with your animal when they are getting used to a new home, as you and your animal grow closer and bond together. Be calm and patient with your new family member; help your new friend through this potentially scary time.

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The List: If we’re having problems adjusting, is there help available?

need to send us frequent updates and photos,

SM: It’s a big, exciting change to adopt a cat, dog

potential adopters, including at adoption events.

or other animal. To help it all go smoothly, LAP has

Each fostered animal is an animal saved because

a service in which we offer post-adoption support

someone took the plunge!

and also be prepared to introduce the animal to

and guidance, which includes free telephone consultations to help with the adjustments. We also run training and socialization courses for dogs.

The List: You’re also always looking for fosterers. How do we offer our services?

SM: We have an application form for those

who want to be on our foster list. The length of fostering is up to the foster family, but ideally it would be until the dog or cat finds a lifelong home. We also often need short-term fosters to step in during holidays when people travel.

Apart from love and care, foster families also

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Animal Adoption Homing instinct

Hong Kong Dog Rescue

HK Animal Speak Can you home a hamster?

Companion Animal Federation The Companion Animal Federation is a registered animal welfare charity that treats sick or injured animals and offers them up for adoption and sponsorship.

There are currently more than 50 dogs and cats looking for a new home—check the website for photos and details. The organization relies heavily on donations to do its work, so do your part and help!

Shop 53B, The Wopehland, Wang Shan Kuk Village, Ma Mei Ha, Fanling, 2146-4383, www.hkcaf.org

Hong Kong Alley Cats Watch HKACW was founded in 1997 as a private venture intended to help the

city’s abandoned cats and kittens, but eventually became a society in 2003 so that it could expand its operation. As well as finding homes for abandoned kitties, the society also traps, neuters and then releases street cats back into the wild. You can volunteer to become a foster parent for newborn kittens (who need bottle feeding), older kittens or young cats. All together now: awwww! www.hkalleycats.com

Hong Kong Animal Adoption Centre The Hong Kong Animal Adoption Centre is an independent charity dedicated to bettering the lives of Hong Kong’s homeless animals.

It collects, provides medical care for, and houses stray animals until they are adopted by a loving home.

Before giving animals away, HKAAC conducts interviews and home visits of prospective adopters to ensure it’s leaving the animals in good hands. With over 500 successful cases, the charity is making a real difference towards improving conditions for animals in the community. Visit website to check for animals available for adoption.

150 Wo Ping San Tsuen Lane, Tuen Mun, 8202-2023, www.hk-aac.com

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Not ready to take the plunge to become a full-time pet owner? HK Animal Speak, a local non-profit that carries out animal welfare education in Hong Kong, hosts a volunteer foster network.

It offers people a chance to foster animals in fragile conditions, such as newborn kittens or rescue dogs.

Simply fill out a form on the website with information about your experience fostering animals, and organizers will get in touch if you’re eligible. www.hkanimalspeak.org/ volunteerfosternetwork.htm

Hong Kong Cat Refuge This small organization works to rescue stray cats and dogs, employing the policy of ABC: Animal Birth Control. Its team works to desex the stray animals it takes in, shelter them and hopefully provide them with a permanent home.

You can help by adopting one of their animals, walking the dogs, raising funds or transporting animals to foster homes and veterinarians.

29 So Kwun Wat Rd., Tuen Mun, 8200-4668, www.hkcr.org.hk

Hong Kong Dog Rescue Hong Kong Dog Rescue has years of bona fide experience. Largely run on the support of dog-loving volunteers and donations, the organization runs numerous fun charity events each year to raise funds. If it’s a puppy you’re looking to welcome into your home, you

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should visit the weekly puppy adoption days at Whiskers N Paws in Ap Lei Chau (10/F, Horizon Plaza, 2 Lee Wing St., 2552-6200) where you’ll be able to cuddle all the little ones and select the furball that’s right for you. Before you can adopt a dog, you must meet the organization’s criteria and prove that you’re able to care for the animal.

6 Shek Lin Rd., Tai Po, 2875-2132, www.hongkongdogrescue.com

Hong Kong Paws Foundation The Hong Kong Paws Foundation educates the public against purchasing cats and dogs from pet shops, encouraging would-be pet owners to adopt abandoned pets instead.

The organization carries out animal rescue work, which involves helping abandoned and injured animals all over Hong Kong. After they are rescued, the animals receive medical treatment, and then the foundation works to find a temporary foster family, followed by a permanent home. www.hkpaws.org

Hong Kong Rabbit Society As the only organization in Hong Kong solely dedicated to the welfare of rabbits, the Hong Kong Rabbit Society focuses its efforts on their care and adoption. Providing medical treatment, sterilization and grooming services, it gives the animals love and care until a suitable home is found for each one of its abandoned wards. Adopt

The original Breaded Cat

Take Five

Pet Websites

Dog Shaming features a stream of photos of dogs with signs attached to them by their frustrated owners, outlining their misdeeds. These sorry-looking mutts will have you howling with laughter.

Got time to waste on the internet? Check out these cute and funny animal websites.

www.dogshaming.tumblr.com

Doge Weather

Cute Overload

Want to get your weather forecast from an internet meme? Navigate your browser straight to Doge Weather, where the internet’s most famous shiba inu will give you a summary of the climate at your location in dogespeak.

Such clouds wow.

Can’t get enough pictures of kittens, bunnies, pups and other cuddly critters? Cute Overload is the internet’s greatest source of adorable animal photos.

All together now: Squeeee!

dogeweather.com

Breaded Cats

cuteoverload.com

Here’s an internet craze for you: cut a hole in a slice of bread, and stick your cat’s face through it.

We don’t get it either, but the photos are pretty funny. www.breadedcats.com

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Dog Shaming If you’ve ever had a dog get into the garbage or sniff a visitor’s crotch, this site is for you.

If you want to be the first to learn about everything adorable before the rest of the internet, check out out Reddit’s “Cute” subreddit, where adorable photos, videos and websites are shared, liked and commented on all day long. www.reddit.com/r/cute

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runs a Herp Adoption Program. Mainly dealing with snakes, lizards, turtles and tortoises as well as frogs and toads, the society also helps less common house pets like insects and skunks. And if that iguana purchase turned out to be illadvised, there’s a form to fill out if you want to surrender a pet to them. www.hkras.org

HK Rescue Puppies

Lifelong Animal Protection Charity

Looking to help abandoned puppies in need of a loving home? HK Rescue Puppies was founded by dog behaviorist Hazel Black in 2010 and is a volunteerled non-profit specializing in the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of animals in the Sai Kung area. The team rescues all types of animals, including dogs and cats. Check its Facebook page (www. facebook.com/pages/HK-Rescue-Puppies) or website for updates on animals needing a home.

9021-2472, www.hkrescuepuppies.com

Hong Kong Society of Herpetology Foundation

Lifelong Animal Protection Charity

an adorable rabbit for free and the society will even provide post-adoption services for its owners, such as rabbitcare training and educational seminars.

Room 502, 5/F, Fuk Hong Industrial Building, 60-62 Tong Mi Rd., Mong Kok, 3580-0050, www.hkrabbit.org

Hong Kong Reptile and Amphibian Society Bearing in mind that reptiles and amphibians are harder to find a new home for than cats and dogs, the Hong Kong Reptile and Amphibian Society

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Illegal reptile smuggling remains a lucrative trade in Hong Kong, meaning that turtles, tortoises and other coldblooded cuties are frequently rescued by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department. That’s where the Hong Kong Society of Herpetology Foundation (HKHerp) comes in: it collects the confiscated animals and works to find them new homes.

Once you successfully adopt through HKHerp, you must arrange to have a microchip implanted into the animal for identification purposes. www.hkherp.org.hk

Lamma Animal Welfare Centre The Lamma Animal Welfare Centre, which doubles as a general thrift shop aiming to raise money for the cause, rescues homeless and abused animals on the island. It neuters the strays, works to find them long-term homes and educates the public about pet ownership. Just want to

donate some goods? Drop off used items at the store (other than clothing), or check out donation and adoption options on the website.

G/F, 10 Sha Po New Village, Yung Shue Wan, Lamma Island, 2982-0800, lammaanimals.org

Lifelong Animal Protection Charity The Lifelong Animal Protection Charity (LAP) is a charity dedicated to re-homing animals, aiming to give each rescue a good forever home.

It homes a large selection of dog and cats—each one with its own story.

Visit the website for animal profiles, more information on how to take one home, ways to sponsor the charity, and an online shop selling various paraphernalia to earn money for the cause.

9103-2919, www.lap.org.hk

Protection of Animals Lantau South Protection of Animals Lantau South (PALS) is a small but active charity that rescues and finds new homes for unwanted and abandoned animals on Lantau Island. It also encourages local residents to eliminate indiscrimate breeding with information about desexing their pets, suggestions and occasional financial support.

2984-1626, www.pals.org.hk

Sai Kung Stray Friends Run by volunteers, Sai Kung Stray Friends is a small-scale charity that rescues and provides adoption services.

With a rescue center in Sai Kung, a program that care for village street dogs, and online efforts to locate lost dogs, SKSF strives to better the lives of animals in its community. The charity is currently struggling to cover the rent on its existing location and is seeking donations so that it can continue operations. To find out how to help, visit its website or Facebook page (www. facebook.com/saikungstrayfriendshk).

151 Tai Lam Wu, Sai Kung, 2335-1126

Society For Abandoned Animals This non-profit organization was established by a group of dedicated animal lovers in June 1997. Its operations are under the supervision of a board members from different professional fields. There’s an infomation hotline on animal care, as well as a medical center in Yuen Long. You can volunteer, donate money or adopt an animal through the website.

Lee Kwan Building, 35-47 Yuen Long On Lok Rd., Yuen Long, 2838-0633, www.saa.org.hk

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals This well-known rescue center is one of the best places to go when looking to adopt an animal, with branches throughout Hong Kong. It’s home to a range of cuddly creatures including dogs and cats, all of which are looking for new, safe homes. Prices for pets are extremely affordable, with pure breed dogs going for $1,000, mixed breeds for $600 and shorthaired cats as little as $400; all animals have had their first year shots. You must join the SPCA and meet its owner standards before being allowed to take a pet home. Apart from adoption, there are also grooming and boarding services available.

5 Wan Shing St., Wan Chai, 2232-5574, www.spca.org.hkreventionnimals

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Groomers Megapet Headquartered in Ho Man Tin and with a further six branches across Hong Kong, Megapet is the place to go for pet grooming. It offers a range of different services, including nail trimming, eyes and ears cleaning, and fur conditioning.

Poodle owners will be pleased to know that there’s a special leg hairshaping service catering specifically to your pooch—ensuring that thick, wavy coat is cut into a manageable shape! In addition, you can shop for pet supplies including supplements, accessories and feeding bowls.

G/F, 2 Peace Avenue, Ho Man Tin, 2626-0406 www.megapet.com.hk

Dog Dog Day A dog specialty store and salon, Dog Dog Day offers bathing and grooming services. Prices increase depending on the size of the dog and style of the cut. What’s more, there’s also a doggy “spa” available— although it’s really just placing your pet in a bathtub that has water jets installed. Appointments are required, although same-day bookings can occasionally be accommodated.

162 Johnston Rd., Wan Chai, 3676-1013 www.dogdogday.com

Kennel Van Dego Primarily offering boarding services for cats, dogs and birds, Kennel Van Dego also offers grooming services for dogs, as well as evening walking and training. Choose from general baths or go the whole shebang with a proper grooming service, which includes a hair cut, nail cut and ear cleaning. Prices depend on the size and condition of the dog’s fur. In a hurry to get your doggy clean?

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There’s a 15-minute brush service available, which also includes eyes and ears cleaning.

Shek Hang Village, 1 Yan Yee Rd., Sai Kung, 2792-6889 www.kennelvandego.com

Pacific Pets Clinic-slash-grooming station Pacific Pets provides a grooming service for dogs, big or small. The full works includes a bath, haircut, ear cleaning and nail clipping—with a routine shampoo and conditioning aims to ensure little Fido doesn’t smell “too doggie.”

10 Wong Ma Kok Rd., Stanley, 2813-2030, www.stanleyvetcentre.com

Dog Pro Pet Grooming Worried about your pets while they’re being groomed? Dog Pro Pet Grooming has cameras installed outside the shop for you to get a look-in to see exactly how your dog is being treated. Located in Aberdeen, the grooming station’s services are carried out by seasoned pros who have been in the industry for over a decade. Check out its Facebook page—DPPG regularly posts cute photos of customers post-treatment!

Shop 3, Abba Commercial Building, 223-227 Aberdeen Main Rd., Aberdeen, 2467-1080, www.facebook.com/ DogProPetGrooming

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end of its life, Homevet can also arrange to have it put to sleep at home—a gentler and less traumatizing option for pet and owner alike.

9860-5522, www.homevet.com.hk

Ninelives As its name suggests, Ninelives is a cat hospital just for kitties. Aside from providing full medical and surgical services, the hospital offers felinefriendly hospitalization with its in-house diagnostic laboratory and digital-imaging technology. House visits are available by appointment but are not suggested for cats requiring serious treatment.

37 Aberdeen St., Central, 2975-8228, www.9lives.com.hk Creature Comforts

Cosmo Pet Service Aside from grooming, training and day-care services, Cosmo Pet Service’s resident veterinary surgeon Dr. Samuel Wong offers a range of services— vaccinations, blood tests, surgery, dental care and more. He’s even a qualified veterinary acupuncturist and is trained in Chinese herbal medicine for pets. If you want to bring your furry friend on your next overseas trip, visit Dr. Wong for an export health certificate. By appointment only.

Shop A, 1/F, 310A King’s Rd., North Point, 2530-0101, cosmopethk.com

Creature Comforts Part of the East Island Animal Hospital, Creature Comforts is a fully equipped veterinary house-call practice, covering all of Hong Kong and the New Territories. Operating in a custom-designed vehicle, experienced veterinary nurses can come to your home and perform vaccinations and examinations, as well as treat sick animals. The East Island Animal Hospital is also on-call 24 hours a day—call 2915-7979 in case of emergencies.

256 Shau Kei Wan Rd., Shau Kei Wan, 9773-0372, www.creaturecomforts.com.hk

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Dr. Eric’s Animal Clinic Dr. Eric Lai has been a veterinarian for over a decade and works closely with Hong Kong Dog Rescue and Hong Kong Alley Cats to desex and treat abandoned animals. His practice is not limited to dogs and cats; he also treats rabbits, chinchillas, birds, hamsters and other exotic animals. Apart from a branch in Happy Valley, there’s also a location in Tseung Kwan O (Shop S4 & S4E, Bauhinia Garden, 11 Tong Chun St., 22446898). Closed on public holidays.

Portion B, Igloo Residence, 1A Shan Kwong Rd., Happy Valley, 2893-2988, www.dreric.com.hk

Homevet Homevet offers house calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Cantonese- and English-speaking staff can perform abdominal ultrasounds, diabetes monitoring, vaccinations and microchipping. If your pet is nearing the

Peace Avenue Veterinary Clinic Established in 1984, the PAVC boasts a 24-hour practice staffed with a team of internationally accredited veterinarians.

It offers a range of specialty services for dogs and cats including endoscopy and ultrasonography as well as spinal, eye, orthopedic and hip surgery. It also offers pet cremation services, animal import/ export services, and health advice for birds, fish, chinchillas and more.

Shop B, 7 Liberty Avenue, Mong Kok, 36503000, www.peaceavevet.com.hk

Pets Central Pets Central has a number of hospitals and clinics around Hong Kong in a supportive network offering general and specialist veterinary services. It provides a one-stop-shop care concept with cuttingedge treatments so you can be assured of the level of health care given to your animal friend. There are branches across Hong Kong, including a North Point surgery center (66 Java Rd., 2811-8907) which features a convenient mobile clinic

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with a consultation room, computerized record system, electronic scales, onsite surgery, cages and microscopy. The mobile clinic makes regular visits to Fairview Park and Park Island.

1-2/F, Shun Ming Building, 484-488 Shanghai St., Mong Kok, 2309-2139, www.pets-central.com

Sanctuary Animal Hospital The Sanctuary Animal Hospital provides healthcare services to pets residing in eastern Hong Kong. Apart from a full range of veterinary services, it also stocks premium and prescription pet foods and quality pet supplies. Other services include professional grooming and boarding facilities.

Shop K, 8 Sun Sing St., Sai Wan Ho, 2560-2721

Stanley Veterinary Centre A vet practice on the south side of Hong Kong Island, Stanley Veterinary Centre offers a full range of services from diagnostics to surgery and dentistry. Its team of veterinarians are from all over the globe, including Dr. Michael Goodlet, who was qualified by the prestigious Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies in Scotland. Many other practices all over the city send referrals to Stanley Veterinary for its expertise in handling cardiology cases.

LG/F, 10-12 Wong Ma Kok Rd., Stanley 2813-2030, www.stanleyvetcentre.com

Tai Wai Small Animal and Exotic Hospital Tai Wai Small Animal and Exotic Hospital offers specialized and personalized care for a range of exotic pets. All animal species get their own treatment wards— birds and reptiles are housed in a warm and quiet room while rodents, rabbits and chinchillas have separate cool rooms with no view of their predators in order to reduce anxiety.

75 Chik Shun St., Tai Wai, 2687-1030, www.taiwaiexotic.com

The Ark Veterinary Clinic Established in 1995, this vet clinic in Sai Ying Pun is open seven days a week,

Tai Wai Small Animal and Exotic Hospital

24 hours a day. Experienced vets and nurses provide comprehensive services, from examinations and ultrasounds to vaccines and nutrition counseling.

Visit the shop as well to find an array of products for sale including food, litter trays and beds—not to mention its cute crew of rescued greyhounds!

Shop 1, 25-35A Water St., Sai Ying Pun, 2549-2330, www.thearkvets.com

Wan Chai Animal Clinic With a history dating back to 1970 as the very first veterinary clinic in Hong Kong (under the name Ralph Chambers), the Wan Chai Animal Clinic has upgraded from having just a microscope and an X-ray machine to being equipped for all kinds of vet services: a surgery room for orthopedic and spinal ops; a lab for blood analysis and microscopy; and capacity for ultrasound and electrocardiograms. There is now a separate consultation and hospital area in the new clinic, making it a less stressful experience for Fluffy on his next appointment. The HK Vet Services group also operates the Sha Tin Animal Clinic (Shop B, Hing Wan House, 74-76 Chik Chuen St., Tai Wai, 2694-1452) and the Sai Kung Animal Hospital (30 Man Nin St., Sai Kung, 2792-2206).

B-G/F, Wing Sing Mansion, 7 Cross Lane, Wan Chai, 2572-5422, www.hongkongvet.com

Tai Wai Small Animal and Exotic Hospital

Tai Wai Small Animal and Exotic Hospital

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Treat Yo’ Pets Let Fluffy live the life of luxury with these cool pet supplies.

Orbee-Tuff Mazee Toy, $214 from Planet Dog @ Doggie Taste Banana Bed, $108 from Lovabledog @ Pet Project Peek a Prize Toy Box, $298 from Smart Cat @ Whiskers N Paws

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Trio Cookie Set, $148 @ Three Dog Bakery

Ceramic Square Fountain, $598 from Pioneer Pet @ Whiskers N Paws

Doggie Taste, www.doggietaste.com.hk Pet Project, www.petproject.hk Three Dog Bakery, 3 Min Fat St., Happy Valley, 2887-8400, www.threedog.com.hk Village House, $428 @ Pet Project

Whiskers N Paws, Unit 1013, Horizon Plaza, 2 Lee Wing St., Ap Lei Chau, 2552-6200, www.wnp.com.hk

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Pet Gear Raise the woof

There’s free delivery across Hong Kong, plus helpful staff members on hand in the store to answer any questions. On top of that, the team at Forever Pets runs ongoing fundraisers to support non-profit pet rescue organizations in Hong Kong.

Room F, 3/F, Island Building, 439-445 Hennessy Rd., Causeway Bay, 6308-0328, www.foreverpets.hk

Pet a Porter

Whiskers N Paws

Barkpack

Dogaroo

Delivered to your doorstep every month, the Barkpack contains four to five quality dog treats and toys that are curated based on your dog’s breed, age and size. Devoted to keeping your dog healthy and happy, the Barkpack box comes packed with everything from gadgets and food to stuffed animals and supplements. If you’d rather not commit to a monthly subscription, you can also shop for individual products on the website.

Not only does Dogaroo sell all kinds of pet accessories, but you can also book your pup a room in its dog hotel if you’re planning a holiday. Dogaroo also offers training classes, so you can cover all the bases in just one stop.

thebarkpack.com

Dear Dogs and Cats This pet shop is the place to go for grooming services. If arranged ahead of time, you can have your dog delivered home with a new ‘do. In addition to a wash and trim, Dear Dogs and Cats sells plastic poop bags, beds, treats, clothing, and leashes.

Shop A, 3 Bonham Rd., Mid-Levels, 2858-2851

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Just like humans, dogs need to have a balanced diet and exercise regime to stay healthy and physically fit. Pet a Porter provides professional guidance and designs optimal dietary programs to suit your dog’s needs. Selling only quality pet food, treats and supplements, Pet a Porter will deliver all the goods to your door for added convenience.

8/F, Golden Star Building, 20-24 Lockhart Rd., Wan Chai, 2827-8822, pet-a-porter.com.hk

66 Waterloo Rd., Mong Kok, 2768-7668, www.dogarootraining.com

Doggie Taste If you’re looking for nutritious and natural pet food, then check out Doggie Taste. The organic products here tailor to the many different needs among cats and dogs—depending on their age, condition and body type. Other products on offer include leak-proof potty pads for easy training, low-fat chicken strips for dogs with sensitive tummies and meticulously formulated herbal shampoos for sensitive pooches.

Unit E2, 6/F, Yip Win Factory Building, 10 Tsun Yip Lane, Kwun Tong, 2341-1345, www.doggietaste.com.hk

Forever Pets With a focus on nutritious pet foods, Forever Pets sells only naturally formulated foods that have been approved by vets and pet nutritionists.

Pet Pet Organic Pet Pet Organic is a treasure trove for dogs and cats—apart from organic pet food, you can also find unusual products such as yogurt for dogs, pet furniture, potty pads and even coconut oil for animals. The store also features regular offers in store, so call ahead to hear about the latest promotions.

Room 1013, 10/F, East Wing, Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, 66 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2156-3992, www.petpetorganic.com

Pet Project From cute accessories and tasty treats to toys and T-shirts, Pet Project sells heaps

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of essential pet supplies. The online store also stocks organic shampoo to leave your pet smelling fresh, and there’s free delivery for purchases over $250. Have a fussy animal? You can return purchases within 30 days for a full refund.

3008-5650, www.petproject.hk

Sun Lucky Pet Shop For time-poor Hongkongers, Sun Lucky Pet Shop offers several convenient services all under one roof. With grooming services, a variety of pet food and lots of toys, Sun Lucky Pet Shop is an easy way to outfit your best pal all in one go. There’s also free delivery in case you can’t carry your haul home.

136 Castle Peak Rd., Cheung Sha Wan, 2720-1899, www.sunluckypet.com

Three Dog Bakery If you want to spoil your pooch, check out the delicious goods at Three Dog Bakery. The store sells all kinds of creative treats, such as baked apple and banana crisps, premium “pup-permint” mocha cookies, chicken and beef jerky, intricately decorated birthday cakes and loads more.

Various locations, including 80-88 Caine Rd., Central, 25176812, www.threedog.com.hk

Whiskers N Paws

Whiskers N Paws Looking for a true pet paradise?

Head over to Whiskers N Paws, which provides top-notch products and services for your furry friends. Spoil your dogs and cats with a little of everything: Whiskers N Paws offers grooming services, as well as shelves full of toys and treats. Aside from the usual must-have items, there are some quirky accessories that are hard to pass up, like the doggie life vest ($320) and rubber boots ($138) to keep that little head warm and toasty in the winter.

Whiskers N Paws

Unit 1013, Horizon Plaza, 2 Lee Wing St., Ap Lei Chau, 2552-6200, www.wnp.com.hk

Wise Pet With doggie beds from $100, doggie rain coats starting at $150 and cat scratcher posts for $470, this pet shop has everything you could possibly want—all at reasonable prices. Be sure to look into the food as well—it’s made with all-natural, human-grade ingredients, and is free of additives and toxic chemicals. There’s free delivery for orders over $300, which shouldn’t be hard to hit with all of the goodies Wise Pet offers.

Shop 21N, Block 2, Goldfield Industrial Building, 144-150 Tai Lin Pai Rd., Kwai Chung, 2652-2337, www.wisepet.com

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Wan Po Road Pet Garden

Penfold Park

A Walk in the Park

Wan Po Road Pet Garden

Lok Man Road Pet Garden

Penfold Park

Equipped with rain shelters, dog latrines and garden benches throughout the park, Lok Man Road Pet Garden is a great option in Chai Wan if your pup is looking for some fresh air. It’s open all day, every day, so it’s a top pick among many pet owners in the area.

Located right in the middle of the Sha Tin Racecourse, Penfold Park is one of the most famous pet-friendly public parks in Hong Kong. Taking up more than 20 acres, there are extensive lawns, paved paths and a lake, plus a children’s playground and tennis court.

Kowloon Tsai Park

4 Lok Man Rd., Chai Wan. Open 24 hours.

This park has all kinds of activities for humans and pets alike. There are soccer fields, basketball courts, a jogging track, and a children’s playground. By the park’s entrance there is a “Dog Garden” where owners can bring their loyal companions and watch them let loose with other fourlegged friends.

Sha Tin Racecourse, Sha Tin. Closed Mondays (except public holidays) and race days.

North Point Promenade

Who let the dogs out?!

Hopefully you can—at one of these pup-friendly parks.

12 Inverness Rd., Kowloon City.

Open 24 hours.

Lam Tei Pet Garden This park is on the smaller side but still provides a great space for dogs to play and get some exercise. The garden is stocked with a pet latrine, a large sand area for dogs to frolic in, and even some equipment for pets to play with.

Junction of Castle Peak Road and Wong Kong Wai Road, Tuen Mun. Open 24 hours.

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Overlooking the picturesque waterfront, the North Point Promenade is a great place for a relaxing stroll. The pet corner can be accessed from the separated entrance at Kam Hong Street.

What this pet park lacks in greenery it makes up for with beautiful views and a great location.

East Embankment, North Point Ferry Pier.

Open 24 hours.

Wan Po Road Pet Garden

Sheung Wan Promenade The promenade is home to a pet corner, where owners can bring their pooches for some outdoor fun and a view of the harbor. Dogs will love the large turf area, plus there’s a handy dog latrine and hand-washing facilities.

Chung Kong Road, Sheung Wan. Open 24 hours.

Victoria Peak Garden

This park was made specifically for pets! It has latrines, poop collection bins, pet showers, rain shelters and more. Small-dog owners can rest easy, as the garden offers two separate sections based on animal size.

This Chinese-style garden offers some of the most beautiful views of Hong Kong and lots of grassy space for dogs to run free. Grab some wine and cheese, pack a picnic basket, and sit back and enjoy the scenery as your pet makes new friends.

Wan Po Rd., Tseung Kwan O. Open 7am-7pm

40 Mount Austin Rd., Central. Open 24 hours.

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Dog-Friendly Restaurants Feast with Fido

La Viola If you’re looking for a great afternoon out with your dog at a nice restaurant, try La Viola, which is a little fancier than most pet-friendly joints. The openfronted shop means that there’s plenty of room out front for dog owners and their pets to spill out onto the street as they socialize.

Island Crest, 9-10 Second St., Sai Ying Pun, 2503-3325, la-viola.hk

Let’s Dog Cafe

Pepperoni’s

1/F, 8 Victory Avenue, Ho Man Tin, 2662-3166

Barking Lot Café Sunny, spacious Stanley has always been a popular choice for dog owners, with alfresco restaurants aplenty. But how about a place where your pooch is not only welcomed, but actually catered for? The Barking Lot Café, a joint venture between the SPCA and HK Animal Speak, not only offers a pleasant spot for an alfresco coffee stop, but it also operates an adoption center for dogs and hamsters, and sells quality pet accessories in its store.

14 Stanley Main St., Stanley, 2164-8382

Chuen Kee Seafood Restaurant This well-established restaurant is one of Sai Kung’s biggest attractions.

The restaurant is famous for its fresh succulent seafood, plus it also has a huge outdoor dining space that’s welcoming to pets and hungry owners. Bring your dog along after a hike in the countryside, and dine at this busy Sai Kung spot.

87-89 Man Ning St., Sai Kung, 2792-6938

Dogside Café This spacious café serves great food for both dogs and people, with friendly and efficient staff so that both you and Fluffy

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Located in an area popular with pet owners, Let’s Dog Cafe is specially designed to cater to visiting dogs.

There are dog toys, snacks and drinking fountains. And for the owners? Nothing less than Wi-Fi, pizza, and the famous turbo coffee and Philadelphia bun.

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will receive a warm welcome. Don’t have a pup yourself? The restaurant’s resident poodles will be sure to make you feel right at home.

Rm 462-464, 1/F, 462-468 Lockhart Rd., Causeway Bay, 6553-3699, www.facebook.com/dogsidecafe.hk

HV Dog Cafe Located in Happy Valley, this one-stop shop for everything dog related—think grooming, pet photography, vets, relocation, dog sitting, dog hotels, behavioral training, weddings and, yes, funerals—really truly has it all. You can even have a birthday party for your pup, if you are so inclined—the café can make treats for both pets and humans. It also hosts regular adoption days with animal charity Bring Love Home.

Hiap Tech Building, 2-8 Sing Woo Rd., Happy Valley, 2634-8993, www.facebook.com/HVDOGCAFE

Located right on the beach, Mavericks beach bar is a dream come true for people and canines alike. Sip on a few brews and sink some sliders at this super chilled alfresco bar, before hitting up the beach for some fun in the sun.

Pui O Beach, South Lantau, 5662-8552

Mostaccioli Brothers Who says Central is only for working people in business suits? This Italian restaurant in SoHo welcomes pet owners to dine with their four-legged companions on the large outdoor patio. This is a perfect Sunday brunch hangout spot with the dogs, and a great place for 9-to-5ers who need to spend some time with their pets after work.

16 Elgin St., Central, 2525-5770

Pepperoni’s It’s no surprise that Pepperoni’s would open its doors to the pet-friendly, outdoorsy Sai Kung crowd. Established since 1992, this old-timer pizzeria grounds its values in delivering authentic Italian pizza and comfort food at its best.

Castelo Concepts has many Pepperoni’s locations, but this, the original shop,

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seafood. Dog walkers are a common sight on the weekends, when laid-back residents and weekend hikers alike flock to the restaurant for a feast. Be sure to order fried crab with chili and shrimp cakes, and wash it all down with a Thai beer.

TIP: All Starbucks and Pacific Coffee outlets with alfresco seating areas welcome dogs! Try the Starbucks on the Avenue of Stars or in Sai Kung; or the PCC in Sheung Wan (233 Hollywood Rd).

303 Shek O Village Rd., Shek O, 2809-4426

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is an especially homey community for families, friends and locals to relax and spend quality time with their dogs.

1592 Po Tung Rd., Sai Kung, 2791-1738

Shek O Chinese & Thai Restaurant Just a few minutes’ walk from the beach, Shek O Chinese & Thai Restaurant is famous for its cheap and cheerful

The Peak Lookout After an invigorating stroll up the Peak, The Peak Lookout is a popular spot for dog diners thanks to its pretty alfresco walled garden. Order a well-earned Bloody Mary and recharge your batteries while Rex relaxes in the sun. Food-wise, expect a solid menu of brunchtime classics, from burgers, salads and sandwiches to panAsian favorites such as tandoori, Hainan chicken rice and nasi goreng.

121 Peak Rd., The Peak, 2849-4343, www.peaklookout.com.hk

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We5 Shiba Family

Furry and Famous Yannie Chan gives us the scoop on some of Hong Kong’s most famous animals.

We5 Shiba Family Doge in Hong Kong! The family of five shibas—owned by Leo Leung— take daily strolls in Sheung Wan, where they’re popular neighborhood celebrities. Leung invites fans to visit and snap photos with the We5 family—you may even feature on their Instagram @shibaland. “They’re my biggest achievements, really,” Leung says of them. “Without them, I wouldn’t have lasted through unemployment and more.” www.facebook.com/we5shibafamily

Yau Hoi Lai

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The TVB celebrity dog found fame when she appeared in popular television drama “Swipe, Tap, Love” as a clever and lovable pet, performing skills like shaking hands on set. Even heavyweight Cantopop singer Paula Tsui is a fan— she recently snapped a photo with the pooch. Dior is also the subject of a recently published photobook. www.facebook.com/Diorstar

Cash Cash, the pet dog of socialite Cally Kwong, is one of the city’s first celebrity animals and is known for his lavish lifestyle. Kwong says she treats the Bichon Frisé like her own son, feeding him foie gras and abalone. She has even hired two domestic helpers to care for him. Kwong announced that Cash had become a father and she a grandmother in May, 2009. The 11-yearold dog, his son Euro, and Kwong make regular visits to elderly centers.

Tsim Tung Brother Cream Your life is missing out on some important cuteness if you don’t know Brother Cream. The resident cat of a TST East convenience stall has over 170,000 likes on Facebook and is the face of a wide range of merchandise—from calendars and photobooks to keychains and lai see pockets. He became known to the wider public in 2012 when he went missing and was then discovered in a nearby parking lot 25 days later.

He has since starred in several television commercials.

Shop 1, South Seas Centre, 75 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, www.tiny.cc/hk-brothercream

Pui Pui Pui Pui was first spotted in a Yuen Long river back in 2003. The appearance of a real crocodile in the city became headline news and people flocked to the river to catch a glimpse. Pui Pui famously escaped from professional croc-hunters and was caught by a trap seven months later. The 12-year-old crocodile now resides in an outdoor enclosure in the Hong Kong Wetland Park.

Hong Kong Wetland Park, Wetland Park Road, Tin Shui Wai, 3152-2666

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The three-legged cat tells an important story against animal cruelty. Originally a stray cat, Yau Hoi Lai was found lying in a pool of blood last August, with obvious signs of abuse: her right leg was severely chopped and she suffered multiple injuries. Her difficult recovery, where she had an amputation and nearly died, touched the hearts of many. She received more than $160,000 in donations for her medical fees. She now lives happily in her adoptive home.

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Ferndale Kennels

Cat Sitter Hong Kong Instead of removing your cat from its home, Cat Sitter’s carers will come to your house up to three times daily to feed, play with and lightly groom your cat. They’ll also clean the litter box and administer any medication. The company also offers a webcam service, where you can keep an eye on your beloved moggy while you’re traveling. Cat Sitter has strict standards and will require a meeting with each feline prior to agreeing to the care—plus it also offers behavioral modification therapy to eradicate any bad habits such as stratching furniture. Prices are customized so be sure to contact for a quote.

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your canine. Your dog will roam freely around the ground floor and garden of the village house, plus the caregivers will take little Rover out for a walk in the country park twice a day. There will be other dogs around, so you and your pooch must spend an hour with the family to see how your pet adjusts before you book. Expect to pay about $250 a day.

Sai Kung, 2987-1597, www.dbdogdayz.com

Dogotel & Spa While you’re off globetrotting, you can rest easy knowing that your pooch is relaxing in luxury at Dogotel & Spa. It offers plenty of attentive care for all doggy guests, with five-star boarding, doggy daycare, pampering services, organic meals and play sessions.

Dogotel has a “Luxe” sister hotel located in Causeway Bay (52 Hing Fat St., 2836-5001) which also has a shop and grooming services. All dogs must be fully vaccinated prior to boarding.

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Located inside Sai Kung Country Park, DB Dog Dayz is a homestay run by Andrew Ng and his family, who aim to provide a home-away-from-home for

Set in the quiet surroundings of Sai Kung Country Park, Ferndale is run by Stacy Tucker, who is qualified in animal husbandry and pet nutrition. There are

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33 individual kennels for dogs of all sizes with indoor sleeping areas as well as personal outdoor space. There’s also an indoor air-conditioned cattery with space for 30 felines. Dogs and cats are boarded separately, for obvious reasons, although if you’re boarding two pets they can be kept together. Every dog and cat is groomed regularly, and a pick up service is available for an extra charge.

If you’re looking to relocate your pet internationally, then get in touch with Ferndale’s experts for a free quote.

SX-2031 Pak Tam Chung, Sai Kung Country Park, 2792-4642, www.ferndalekennels.com

Furrenz Pet-sitting service Furrenz was started

by Viola Leung and Phillip Chau in 2013, and now has a stable of over 12 reliable sitters to call upon when needed. You can read detailed bios on each sitter on the website and you’ll get an initial consultation service where you and your pet will meet them before you agree to anything. Services include dog walking ($220 an hour), cat sitting ($215 an hour) plus overnight stays that are priced on request for a range of animals. Sending you snaps of your loved one, watering plants, picking up mail and taking out the garbage are all included free of charge.

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Kan’s Kennel Kan’s Kennel is a dog hotel providing a boarding service on some 30,000 square feet of land in Sai Kung. Depending on the dog, there are three sizes of accommodation available plus a group outdoor area for exercise. Walks are included two to three times a day, but extra services like bathing and flea control will cost more. There’s also a handy pick up and delivery option available for your canine.

Shek Hang Villa, 10 Yan Yee Rd., Sai Kung, 2792-0587, www.kankennel.com

Pet Cottage Hotel With over 20 years of experience, the Pet Cottage Hotel provides a 24-hour care service for your cat or dog and even offers to upload photos of your pet to its website for you to view while you’re away. Much of the website is in Chinese, but there are plenty of photos for you to visualize the hotel set-up.

85A Fan Kam Rd., Sheung Shui, 6986-0988, www.petparking.webs.com

Pet Nanny Courtney Link is the Pet Nanny, a qualified Canine First Responder who’s also authorized to teach doggie CPR and first aid. Based in Sai Kung, she is available for home visits ($135 for 30 minutes) and home stays for dogs (from $495 a day, dependent on dog size), plus dog walking ($200 an hour) and even hiking ($250 an hour), seven days a week.

Courtney will travel to Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, but you have to book her for a minimum of two hours.

playground for dogs, with large green fields, swimming pools and gardens.

On top of boarding you can add in a grooming service ($100-300 dependent on size) which includes bathing, ear cleaning, nail trimming, hair cutting and gland cleaning. Discounts are available if you board two or more dogs at once.

Worth noting: air-conditioning is charged by the half day. Even if you’re not planning on boarding your pooch here, you can spend a day at the club with access to the pools and BBQ area—a real doggy day out!

Hing Fu St., Tuen Mun, 2456-1966, www.pet-oasis.com

Pitter Patter Petcare Sophie started Pitter Patter Petcare as a tribute to her beloved German Shepherd, Kana, in 2010. Your pets will be well looked after in Sophie’s care, as she has a background as a vet assistant and holds a certificate in Animal Studies. Pet sitting or dog walking is $250 an hour, with shorter visits available and overnight stays priced on request. Unusually, Sophie also offers dog training and holistic pet care such as animal communication, healing and nutritional advice, plus pet photography, if you so require.

Royal Pets Royal Pets is a collection of pet sitters, managed by Tanusha Platek, who have experience caring for all types of animals—although the service is primarily for cats and dogs. Cat visits are $175 an hour, including play time, grooming, feeding and cleaning, plus taking out the trash and watering plants.

Meanwhile, dog walking ($175 an hour) guarantees one-on-one outdoor time for your pooch. Tanusha’s team also offers dog-sitting in your own home ($600 a day) or boarding in the sitter’s house ($270 a day). You’ll get an initial visit from the pet sitter to meet you both, and you can request a Netcam service so you can keep an eye on your loved one while you’re away. www.royal-pets-hk.com

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is having behavioral problems, there are training packages that can be customtailored to suit its needs, and there’s also a salon and spa offering a range of grooming services.

Petworld Resort is not your usual doggie kennel or boarding home— instead it features deluxe rooms and “premier suites” with access to private playgrounds, or even a penthouse for your four-legged friend. Your dog will be pampered with orthopedic beds and gourmet treats, and can while away its days in the large gardens, swimming pool, or even with a spot of hydrotherapy on the underwater treadmill. If your dog

Wish You Were Here was founded in 2004 by British couple Mark and Lyndsay. The couple offers a personal and comprehensive pet care service to keep your dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, birds and even fish happy while you’re away from home. They also offer dog training through one-on-one lessons priced at $600 each, with a 10-lesson training course costing $5,000. A one-off consultation for behavioral problems or a training refresher ranges from $6001,000. Dog walking services with pricing is available on request.

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Extra Fluff Whether it’s a pet crematorium or a cat café, here are the petrelated businesses you didn’t know you needed.

Ah Meow Café Don’t have the time to look after a moggy of your own? Get your feline fix with a visit to Ah Meow, a catthemed café that’s strewn with rescue animals for you to pet and play with.

Many of the mains and desserts are cat-shaped, and you can even order special dishes for one of the cats. It’s all very chilled out, but there are rules that customers must abide by—for instance you shouldn’t pick up the cats or disturb them while they’re eating.

Before you leave, be sure to pick up a kitty-themed souvenir from the shop.

Flat D-E, 3/F, Po Ming Building, Fu Ming St., Causeway Bay, 2710-9953

99 Bus For dog owners who don’t have easy access to pet-friendly parks, the nonprofit 99 Bus is a godsend. The bus picks up dogs and their masters and takes them to one of Hong Kong’s pet-friendly areas each weekend.

Destinations include Tai Tam Country Park, Cyberport and Penfold Park, to name just a few. Check the website for upcoming trips. www.99bus.org

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Hong Kong Pet Memorial Give your furry friend the send-off it deserves with Hong Kong Pet Memorial. This animal funeral home offers a wide range of services, including collecting your pet’s remains before sterilizing and freezing the animal for the funeral service. You can arrange a private viewing of the body, have a private cremation, and even make use of the pet columbarium to visit Fluffy any time you like. It also offers mementoes and keepsakes, such as a mini 3D model of your pet, pawprint jewelry and even pet eternity gems made from its ashes. There is a huge selection of urns, including one big enough for a horse’s remains.

Flat A, 12/F, Liberal Factory Building, 3 Wing Ming St., Cheung Sha Wan, 2332-7117, www.petmemorial.com.hk

Pet World Resort If there is such a thing as a country club for dogs, Pet World Resort must be it. In addition to its luxurious boarding house facilities (see p.39), it has a day club with two pools (one for large dogs and one for smaller breeds) complete with drying stations, a walled grassy lawn for running around in, a hydrotherapy facility, doggie daycare, grooming and training too. Think your pooch could do with losing a few pounds?

Sign it up for a weight-loss program, which combines healthy meals with a structured exercise routine under the guidance of a personal trainer.

351 Kam Tin Rd., Kam Tim, 2470-6928, www.petworldresort.com

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Dear Mr. Know-It-All, What are those glistening squashed birds I see hanging up in the market? How on earth do you eat them?

– Ducked If I Know Ah, the venerable Chinese pressed preserved duck, or 臘鴨 (lap ap): a winter specialty that’s mostly fallen out of favor in a healthier world. You’ll see them hanging up in the colder months, alongside the more common preserved pork and liver sausages.

This isn’t the pressed duck of fine French cuisine that’s also known as canard au sang, “duck in blood.” For that recipe, a duck is strangled (to retain the blood inside the

duck, of course) and roasted.

Then the bird is carved and the carcass goes into an ornate press, which compresses the blood and marrow into a thick, rich sauce. And they say only Hongkongers will eat anything at all.

So, what goes into making a Chinese preserved duck? Time, mostly. The duck is partially deboned, seasoned with spices and wine, salted, and then pressed flat by hand. After that it’s skewered and air-dried for a few days. Simple enough, but the salt, the fat and the drying all combine to keep the meat from spoiling.

But is it delicious?

Absolutely, and it’s incredibly easy to cook. Try it yourself: Prep a serving of rice in a rice cooker and put a piece of the duck on top. As the rice cooks, the duck steams and the flavor-packed fat renders out of the bird, soaking into the rice beneath. When the rice is done, take out the duck, chop it up and serve with your oily, fragrant rice.

You might want some vegetables to go with it: It’s not exactly on the healthiest end of the Cantonese cuisine spectrum. But for a comforting, warming winter dish, lap ap is hard to beat.

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A parenting column with Sarah Fung

Knocked Up?

In honor of a friend who recently told me that she’s

have to send your baby daddy to run out and buy when

13 weeks pregnant, here are my tips for newly

the little one arrives and you realize that all the clothes

expecting moms.

you packed into your hospital bag are far too big.

Source from Overseas

Sterilize With This

Know a pilot? Got overseas relatives coming to

If, like me, you are woefully short on kitchen counter

visit? Ask them to do you a solid and bring back

space, pick up a microwave sterilizer. They’re cheap,

some bits and pieces that are a huge rip-off here.

light and they do the job just as well. Mine lives in the

Think milk bottles, medication and wet wipes—hey,

microwave when it’s not in use, freeing up more space

these things add up! One friend (with a 100-kilo

for bottles of wine.

baggage allowance) very kindly brought us back a brand-new stroller from the US that cost us $1,500. The same model was going for $4,000

Don’t. Buy. Anything.

You will be INUNDATED with clothes, toys and other essential supplies from friends

in a Central baby boutique.

Invest in Merries Huggies and Pampers are the diaper brands that most of the unbabied are familiar with, but when the Pak Choi was even littler, we had to change her PJs in the middle of the night several times a week

with kids. To be honest, I think it’s

My bottle sterilizer lives in the microwave when not in use, freeing up more space for wine.

following a diaper leak—and trust me, fumbling around in the dark with a wet, angry baby is no fun. We switched to Merries, which are by Japanese brand Kao, and we haven’t had a single leak since—even if we pick up the Pak Choi in the mornings and her nappy is so heavy she resembles a Weeble. They’re pricier, but well worth the investment.

the new mom doing her friends the favor by taking in all the baby clutter they don’t have space for anymore.

Get Some Help I can’t stress this enough—it’s so worth investing money in some pre- and post-natal hand-holding.

Whether you’re anxious about delivery and you want some coping strategies, or you think you might benefit from some home visits in those early days, this is where you should spend your money. Cots can be bought second-hand and clothes can be hand-medowns, but the reassurance and one-on-one advice that you can’t get from a hospital program is worth its

0-3 Months Doesn’t Actually Mean 0-3 Months

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Why does no one tell you this? You’d think that a onesie

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marked 0-3 months means that it’ll fit your newborn,

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