Key facts
- Hong Kong's scheme allowing dogs in restaurants received over 2,100 applications.
- The number of applications is more than double the 1,000-place quota.
- The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department announced the figures on Monday.
Hong Kong's initiative to allow dogs in restaurants has seen an unexpectedly high level of interest, with over 2,100 applications submitted for a scheme that only has 1,000 available spots. The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department confirmed the figures on Monday, the last day for submissions. The application window, which opened on May 18, initially drew 700 applications, representing 70% of the total quota. The overwhelming response suggests a strong demand from both restaurateurs and pet owners for more dog-friendly dining options in the city.