Animal welfare groups have criticised a Hong Kong pet shop for offering a cat rental service, calling the move unethical and harmful to the felines’ well-being.
The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) said on Wednesday that it had sent staff to inspect the shop in North Point and reminded its operator to comply with the law.
In a social media post – which appears to have been since removed – the Petbook pet shop advertised a “cat friend rental” service. It offered people…
Animal welfare groups slam Hong Kong pet shop for offering cat rental service
