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Under an existing arrangement between AFD and Housing Department, public housing tenants can surrender their pets at designated housing estate offices for collection by AFD staff for humane destruction.
Dog owners may also surrender their unwanted dogs to Government kennels in Shek Wu Hui, Sha Tin, Sung Wong Toi and Victoria Road direct.
Since the launching of the dog collection exercise in April 9, a total of 16 dogs have been handed over to AFD staff.
Those who want their dogs to be adopted by others can contact the RSPCA or transfer them to friends or relatives, he added.
In addition, Dr Liu gave several hints for people who want to keep dogs for pets. His hints are:
Select the right dog
Ensure that the dog you choose suits your home;
Avoid large, active breeds if there are young children or elderly people or if you have little room for the dog to exercise.
Avoid nuisances
Prevent your dog from wandering. Put it on leash when taking it out;
Do not allow your dog to bark and disturb neighbours;
Clean up after your dog and dispose of dog faeces in a sanitary manner;
Do not allow your dog to worry or attack other people or animals. If it is aggressive, muzzle it when taking it out.
Protect children from attack
Do not leave children with dogs unless an adult is present;
Do not let children approach feeding dogs and bitches with puppies.
Desex the animal
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Desex your dog to prevent unwanted breeding and aggression.
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