5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, April 11-13
There is something for everyone in Hong Kong this weekend – including your pet dog. Here are our five recommendations.
1. Help your dogs live their best lives
Join fellow dog lovers at Joint Dynamics Pedigree on Saturday afternoon, April 12, from 3 to 5pm to learn the secrets to having a happy, healthy pet.
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A panel of experts will answer questions. Veterinary physiotherapist Charlotte Davies from Joint Dynamics Pedigree, behavioural veterinarian and founder of Paws for Thought Dr Isabella Luk, and veterinarian Dr Joanne Harries, co-founder of The Pet Vet, will share their expertise on how best to ensure our dogs' welfare.
Find out how to care better for your dog from three experts in Hong Kong on Saturday. Photo: Eventbrite
Pick up tips on protecting their physical and mental health and gain insights into using medicine to prevent illness – such as to safeguard their heart health and to stop flea- and tick-borne illnesses – and interpreting body language to understand what your pet wants you to know.
Hong Kong businesses will have products for sale on show and are donating items for attendees' swag bags and lucky draw prizes.
The cost is HK$250 per person, with all profits going to Hong Kong's SPCA. Dogs on leashes who are happy and relaxed around groups of people and other dogs are welcome.
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