Posts tagged Poison
Four dogs poisoned at New Territories temple.
Four dogs poisoned at New Territories temple.

Hong Kong Police have launched an investigation into the death of four dogs believed to have been poisoned at a temple in northern Hong Kong on Wednesday (10 March 2021). The prevalence of poisoning cases has become an increasing concern, and despite investigations, no arrests have been made in any of the cases.

Dr. David Gething from Creature Comforts Pet Community and HKALPO have put together a Fact Sheet for dog poisoning. Please feel free to share this with other animal lovers and always remain alert for suspicious food left in public areas.

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The Mystery of the Bowen Road Dog Poisoner.
The Mystery of the Bowen Road Dog Poisoner.

For almost 50 years, an unknown person or persons have deliberately and indiscriminately poisoned and killed animals, including many dogs. The perpetrators are unknown but the emotional toll has been recorded in the heart-breaking interviews with those who loved the canine victims

Read more about one of Hong Kong’s most famous murder mysteries, the laws relating to poisons and injurious substances and suggested amendments to the current law in order to better protect animals in Hong Kong.

Courtesy of Sala Sihombing and Karine Goyneau.

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Six dogs killed from poisoning at Cyberport Park.
Six dogs killed from poisoning at Cyberport Park.

Animal welfare groups are urging dog owners in Hong Kong to properly leash their pets and be extra vigilant after a spate of dog poisoning incidents over the past weekend. At least six dogs have died within hours of ingesting poisonous bait at Cyberport Waterfront Park in Pok Fu Lam.

This horrific incident comes months after three dogs were found dead within 72 hours in July 2020 having visited the same park in Cyberport, as well as Victoria Road.

Courtesy of Kelly Ma.

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