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Hong Kong sees surge in dog genetic testing amid clampdown

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Following a series of dog attacks and subsequent clampdowns in Hong Kong, demand for canine genetic testing has significantly increased. Animal welfare groups are concerned that the government's response could lead to an increase in pet abandonments. The effectiveness of the current dog registration system, which relies on owner self-declaration, has been questioned after a dog with pit bull terrier traits was misidentified. AI

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Hong Kong sees surge in dog genetic testing amid clampdown

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 Dansk(DA) · Matthew Cheng ·

    Demand for dog genetic testing surges after Hong Kong clampdown over attacks

    A clampdown in response to a series of dog attacks in Hong Kong has triggered greater demand for genetic testing services for canines, while animal welfare groups have warned the enforcement push could also lead to a wave of pet abandonments. While authorities have received publi…

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