18 Oct 2026 · Where pets can go
FEHD reminds public to follow rules when dining out with dogs on Halloween
Our summary
The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department reminds pet owners to check whether restaurants are permitted to admit dogs before dining out with them during Halloween and to follow the relevant regulations. The department says it will continue inspections and enforcement against violations.
- Over 990 licensed restaurants currently permit dogs
- Dogs must be securely kept on a leash of no more than 1.5 meters by an adult
- Bringing dogs into non-permitted restaurants is illegal and subject to prosecution
- Permitted restaurants must not allow dangerous dogs or dogs entering food preparation areas
Our summary, in our own words. Read the full text in the government press release.