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Watchdog urges pet owners to take paws before signing up for insurance plans

Watchdog urges pet owners to take paws before signing up for insurance plans
South China Morning Post Wednesday 15 July 2026, 06:05 UTC By Edith Lin 1 min read
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Hongkongers buying insurance for their pets have been urged to carefully examine third-party liability terms and pay special attention to coverage related to disputes and animals with a history of aggression. The Consumer Council issued the warning less than a week after more than 900 restaurants became legally allowed to welcome dogs on the premises as part of a government scheme. In a report published on Wednesday, the council noted that about 19 of the 24 pet insurance plans in June...

Hongkongers buying insurance for their pets have been urged to carefully examine third-party liability terms and pay special attention to coverage related to disputes and animals with a history of aggression. The Consumer Council issued the warning less than a week after more than 900 restaurants became legally allowed to welcome dogs on the premises as part of a government scheme. In a report published on Wednesday, the council noted that about 19 of the 24 pet insurance plans in June included...
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