Aside from the obvious parks and hikes, it’s not easy to find things to do with your dogs in Hong Kong, but the Localiiz team—or rather, office mascot, Lola—has come to the rescue as we bring you five novel things to do with your canine friends in Hong Kong.

Engage in dog-friendly water sports at Stanley

Take your adventures to the sea with your pup down at Stanley Main Beach! Right next to the Hong Kong Sea School, there are several spots right on the beach where you can rent out Stand Up Paddle Boards or Kayaks by the hour for just $80—or three hours for $150. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, take your pick of places to eat amongst one of the many eateries along Stanley Main Street and then peruse some of the dog-friendly shops in Stanley Plaza for some dog supplies or a fresh new do at Ruff & Fetch and The Dog’s Garden. To wrap things up, swing by Gino’s Gelato where you can buy your pooch some doggie ice cream for $18 per scoop! Silver lining? Ten percent of sales goes to local dog charity, Hong Kong Dog Rescue!

Hiwindlover Water Sports Centre, Stanley Main Beach | (+852) 6226 5390

Gino’s Gelato, Shop 5, G/5 Stanley Plaza, Stanley | (+852) 2899 0314

Ruff & Fetch, Shop 302, Stanley Plaza, Stanley | (+852) 2348 0272

The Dog’s Garden, Shop 405, Stanley Plaza, Stanley | (+852) 2886 3390

Photo courtesy of LIK Speed Boat Services

Explore faraway lands

Formerly known as Ham Tin Tai Long Speedboat on Facebook, Founder Alison renamed her services in loving memory of her dog, Lik, who has recently passed away as a result of cancer. For a small fee, Alison ferries your pups to remote beaches in Sai Kung, with crystal clear waters, for a fun doggie day out, and will occasionally host special trips for handicapped dogs too.
To frolic in the sand with your pup, be sure to reserve your spot in advanced!

LIK Speed Boat Service, Sai Kung | (+852) 6210 8776

Photo courtesy of Rosewood Hong Kong

Enjoy fine dining with your pooch

Enjoy some fine dining with your furiend (be it dog or cat) from Rosewood Hong Kong’s gourmet pet menu, specially curated by Director of Culinary Operations, Chef Sandro Gamba.
Stuff your selves silly, then check into one of their pet-friendly rooms where you can take your whole new luxury experience to another level. Aside from receiving a sumptuous bed, toys and delicious welcome treats for your pet, you may also receive recommendations for local dog-friendly restaurants, bars and parks in the neighbourhood.

For more information, email hongkong@rosewoodhotels.com

Rosewood Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon | (+852) 3891 8888

Check out the view at the Peak

Take in views of Hong Kong’s world-famous Victoria Harbour via the Peak Circle Walk, then enjoy a scrumptious, al fresco meal at The Peak Lookout with your pooch on the veranda. The Peak Circle Walk is a nice gentle 3.5 km along the peak, and is equally enjoyable during the day and at night, but if you are looking for a more substantial hike, there are other trails in the area as well. And if you have a hankering for ice-cream, you’re in luck—there is a Gino’s Gelato at the Peak Tower for a sweet treat for you and your bud.

The Peak Lookout, 121 Peak Road, The Peak | (+852) 2849 1000

Gino’s Gelato, Shop G18, Peak Tower, The Peak

Photo courtesy of Ovolo Hotel

Get a dose of VIP Treatment at Ovolo

Ever wanted to go on holiday with your pup? Well with Ovolo Hotels, you and your pup can enjoy a little staycation with Ovolo’s V.I.Pooch package! With this new initiative, dog owners can take their pick of either the Southside or Central Ovolo Hotels for a dog-friendly room, where you and your pup can enjoy some of the wonderful delights Ovolo has to offer. Not only is the mini bar free for humans, but doggies get their very own plush doggie bed and bowl, not to mention a Doggy Bag of treats and specially-designed toys! If you’re looking for more things to do on the Southside, Whiskers & Paws is only a short taxi ride away and comes with an outdoor doggie play area and in-store café! Win!

To find out more information and book your VIP room now, click here.

Ovolo Southside, 64 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Southside | (+852) 3460 8100

Ovolo Central, 2 Arbuthnot Road, Central | (+852) 3755 3000

Whiskers & Paws, 10/F, Horizon Plaza, 2 Lee Wing St, Ap Lei Chau | (+852) 2552 6200

Photo courtesy of Pup-Up Events HK

Attend a Pup-Up Event

If you fancy celebrating the holidays with your pup, keep your eyes peeled for Pup-Up Events! It’s exactly as it sounds, pop up events, for pups!
These dog parties, are open invites to anyone who wants to ring in the festivities with their furiends – and all for a good cause, usually donating to an animal shelter or welfare society.
To find out when the next event will be taking place, follow their Facebook page.

Pup-Up Events HK

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