Dog-Friendly Guides
Plain-language explainers about Hong Kong’s 2026 dog admission scheme — how it works, the rules for dog owners, and how to read a restaurant’s status on the map.
The dog admission scheme5
How Hong Kong’s 2026 Dog Admission Scheme Works
A plain-language explainer of the FEHD scheme that lets dogs into approved Hong Kong restaurants from 9 July 2026 — who can join, how the ballot worked, and what “approved” actually means.
Rules for Dog Owners at Pet-Friendly Restaurants
What you need to know before bringing your dog to an approved Hong Kong restaurant in 2026 — leash rules, which dogs are allowed, where your dog can sit, feeding, and cleaning up.
Approved, Waiting or Not Yet Approved: A Restaurant’s Status Explained
FEHD has published the final list of restaurants approved to admit dogs. Here is what “approved”, “waiting list” and “not yet approved” mean on this map.
Guide Dogs and Working Dogs: Always Welcome
Guide dogs and working dogs could already enter Hong Kong food premises before the 2026 scheme. Here is how their access differs from pet dogs under the new rules.
Running a Dog-Friendly Restaurant: An Operator’s Guide
Good-practice tips for approved Hong Kong restaurants admitting dogs — house rules, admitting dogs, food safety, staff training, equipment, layout and incident handling, based on FEHD’s operator guidelines.
Dining with your dog21
How to Choose the Right Dog-Friendly Restaurant
Not every approved restaurant suits every dog. Tips on space, seating, timing and temperament to pick a Hong Kong venue where your dog will be comfortable.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Central & Western, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Central, Sheung Wan, Sai Ying Pun and Kennedy Town — the highest-rated approved restaurants under Hong Kong’s 2026 dog admission scheme, plus how to get there and what to expect.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Wan Chai & Causeway Bay, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, Tai Hang and Happy Valley — the highest-rated approved restaurants under Hong Kong’s 2026 dog admission scheme, plus how to get there and what to expect.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok & Jordan (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog across Yau Tsim Mong — Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok, Yau Ma Tei, Jordan and Prince Edward — the highest-rated approved restaurants under Hong Kong’s 2026 dog admission scheme, plus how to get there.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Kai Tak & Airside, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog around Kai Tak and Airside — the highest-rated approved restaurants at Airside, Kai Tak Sports Park, The Twins and Kai Tak Mall under Hong Kong’s 2026 dog admission scheme, plus how to get there.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Eastern District, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Quarry Bay, Tai Koo, Sai Wan Ho and Shau Kei Wan — the highest-rated approved restaurants in Eastern District under Hong Kong’s 2026 dog admission scheme.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Southern District, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Aberdeen, Ap Lei Chau, Wong Chuk Hang, Stanley and Repulse Bay — the highest-rated approved restaurants in Southern District under the 2026 dog admission scheme.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Sham Shui Po, Cheung Sha Wan, Mei Foo and Lai Chi Kok — the highest-rated approved restaurants under Hong Kong’s 2026 dog admission scheme.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Kwun Tong, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Kwun Tong, Kowloon Bay, Ngau Tau Kok and Lam Tin — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus the Kwun Tong Promenade.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Tsuen Wan and Kwai Chung — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus D·PARK and the waterfront.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Sha Tin, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Sha Tin, Tai Wai, Fo Tan and Ma On Shan — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus the Shing Mun River promenade.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Tai Po, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Tai Po — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus the Tai Po Waterfront Park.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Sai Kung, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Sai Kung town — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus the seafront promenade.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Kwai Tsing, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Kwai Chung and Tsing Yi — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus Tsing Yi Promenade.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Tuen Mun, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Tuen Mun — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus Tuen Mun Park and the Light Rail pet scheme.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Yuen Long, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Yuen Long, Kam Tin and Tin Shui Wai — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus the Light Rail pet scheme.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in North District, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog in Sheung Shui and Fanling — the highest-rated approved restaurants in North District under the 2026 dog admission scheme.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants on the Outlying Islands, Hong Kong (2026)
Where to eat out with your dog on Lantau, Discovery Bay, Cheung Chau and beyond — the highest-rated approved restaurants under the 2026 dog admission scheme, plus pet-friendly ferries.
Dining Out With Your Dog for the First Time
A step-by-step guide to your dog’s first restaurant visit in Hong Kong — how to prepare, what to do during the meal, and how to keep it calm and positive.
What to Pack When Eating Out With Your Dog
A simple packing checklist for taking your dog to a Hong Kong restaurant — from a settle mat and water to waste bags and hot-weather essentials.
Dog-Friendly Dining Etiquette in Hong Kong
Beyond the official rules — the unwritten etiquette that keeps Hong Kong restaurants welcoming to dogs and their owners as the 2026 scheme begins.
Shopping malls2
Dining With Your Dog at Shopping Malls
Many approved restaurants sit inside Hong Kong shopping malls — but a restaurant admitting dogs does not mean the mall does. How to plan a smooth mall visit with your dog.
Pet-Friendly Shopping Malls in Hong Kong (2026)
Which Hong Kong shopping malls welcome dogs — and the exact rules for each. A verified, regularly updated list with links to every mall’s official pet policy.
Parks & dog gardens3
Dog Parks and Pet Gardens in Hong Kong: The Complete Guide (2026)
Where to find Hong Kong’s 170 pet-friendly parks — 61 fenced dog gardens and 109 inclusive parks for pets, run by the LCSD. What facilities they have, the rules, and how to find one near you.
Dog Gardens vs Inclusive Parks for Pets: What’s the Difference?
Hong Kong’s LCSD runs two kinds of pet-friendly park — fenced dog gardens (狗公園) and inclusive parks for pets (寵物共享公園). Here is how they differ and which one suits your dog.
Dog Park Etiquette and Safety in Hong Kong
How to use a Hong Kong dog garden safely and considerately — vaccinations, off-leash manners, reading dog body language, cleaning up, and staying safe in the heat.
Getting around4
Getting Around Hong Kong With Your Dog: the KMB Pet Bus
Dogs normally can’t ride Hong Kong public transport — but KMB’s bookable weekend “Pet Bus” lets your dog travel in the cabin to popular dog-friendly spots. How it works, the rules, and where it goes.
Pet-Friendly Ferries in Hong Kong
Which Hong Kong ferries take dogs — and the rules. Reach Lamma, Peng Chau, Discovery Bay, Tung Lung Chau, Tai O and more with your dog by ferry.
Pets on the MTR: the Light Rail Cat/Dog Carrying Scheme
You can now bring a cat or dog on the MTR Light Rail on weekends and public holidays with a Cat/Dog Carrying Pass. The rules, the size limit, and what still isn’t allowed.
The Ma Wan Pet Shuttle Bus (SOL Committee)
Weekend pet-friendly shuttle buses between rotating Hong Kong districts and Ma Wan, run by the Ma Wan SOL Committee — how it works and how to book.
Events & attractions2
Doggofest — Hong Kong’s Biggest Outdoor Dog Festival
Doggofest (狗狗嘉年華) is Hong Kong’s largest outdoor dog festival at West Kowloon Art Park. What’s on, the 2026 dates, tickets, and tips for bringing your dog.
Ocean Park Members’ Doggy Day — Bringing Your Dog to Ocean Park
Ocean Park’s Members’ Doggy Day lets annual members bring their dog into the park on set days. Who’s eligible, when it runs, the strict entry requirements, and where dogs can go.