Someone is selling dog meat illegally online, claiming that the dog meat comes from mainland China

【Animal News】Dogs are not food! Hong Kong law has long prohibited anyone from selling and possessing dog meat, but recently some people have openly sold dog meat online. A Facebook page named “Yuding” appeared earlier. Yesterday, it even posted a post openly selling “fragrant meat” and claiming to provide “cash on delivery service.” Xiangrou is a hidden name for dog meat. The promotional picture was also posted drawing of a dog. A member of the public contacted the page for enquiry, and the other party claimed that it was a wholesaler in Hong Kong and that the dog meat came from mainland farms. This newspaper is asking the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department to inquire about the incident and whether it will investigate and enforce the law.

The page was established in October this year. It did not explain the details of the online store in detail. However, it sent out two posts yesterday, both of which read, “Fresh and delicious meat, providing high-quality meat and rich taste, suitable for use in various cuisines.” Creativity. We are committed to providing fresh and hygienic meat to meet your needs. Welcome to try our products and experience the unique flavor and appetite-wracking gourmet journey.” It was also mentioned that the price is 328 yuan for two pounds , 150 yuan per pound. The first post was originally written as “fresh and delicious dog meat”, but was later edited to “flavored meat” this evening.

It is known that a citizen inquired about this page, and the other party responded that it was a food wholesaler in Hong Kong, and that the “fragrant meat” came from mainland China and was self-raised in rural areas. It was available within one or two days of ordering. When asked whether the fragrant meat was dog meat, the other party replied: “Of course I understand.” However, the other party did not disclose the district where the store would be opened. He only said that it could be delivered to all parts of Hong Kong.

According to the Cats and Dogs Regulations, Chapter 167A of the Laws of Hong Kong, no person may slaughter cats or dogs for food, nor may they sell or use cats and dogs for food. It is also illegal for anyone to possess cat or dog carcasses for food. The maximum penalty is a fine of $5,000 and imprisonment for 6 months.

This year, a frozen meat shop on Reclamation Street in Yau Ma Tei was earlier exposed as suspected of selling cat and dog meat. The 40-year-old male owner of the shop, Wu Siyuan, pleaded guilty to selling cat meat and was sentenced to 10 weeks of immediate imprisonment.

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