Three dog owners in Hong Kong have been unsuccessful in appealing the government’s classification of their dogs as “fighting dogs.” The designations stem from increased scrutiny by authorities after fatal dog attacks occurred in August. The Dogs and Cats Classification Board, advising the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD), conducted three consecutive appeal hearings regarding the matter. This decision reflects a tightening of regulations concerning dog ownership in Hong Kong following the incidents. The owners argued against the classifications, but the board upheld the government's assessments. Details of the hearings were held at an undisclosed location. The outcome signals stricter enforcement of breed-specific regulations in the region.