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Dog-Friendly Dining Set to Launch in 2026

2/3/2026

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  • The Environment and Ecology Bureau will submit amendments to the Food Business Regulation by end of March 2026 to allow pet dogs in up to 1,000 restaurants.
  • The first group of approved restaurants can apply for permits by May 2026.
  • Dog-friendly dining will begin in June 2026.
  • The bureau excludes hotpot and barbecue restaurants due to safety concerns.
  • The bureau may expand the program later based on demand and feedback.