8 new puppies in Customs Canine Force meet the public for the first time
發佈日期: 2025-07-12 19:19
TVB News
The Customs and Excise Department had earlier hosted a naming contest for several puppies that are undergoing training to join the Customs Canine Force.
Resident participants who have won in the event were given the opportunity to visit the department's regional dog training centre where they got to meet the eight baby hounds.
Around a dozen residents met the newest members of the Customs and Excise Department's Canine Force at its regional dog training centre near the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge earlier today.
The eight puppies, named Cally, Hana, Aqua, Mountain, Polar, Isla, Odie and Nena, collectively spell out "Champion" -- symbolising customs officers' wish for them to succeed in their task of being a part of law enforcement.
I wish I could take more photos and interact with the puppies more, because they are really, really adorable.
I feel like they are Hong Kong's treasures.
The canine force consists of four specialities - targeting narcotics, explosives, counterfeit banknotes and firearms.
As of now, there are 70 teams of dogs that are currently active.
Since 2020, the Customs and Excise Department has successfully bread a total of 36 puppies with the specific goal of joining the canine force.
This as some of their handlers recalled their experiences of raising the latest batch of furry law enforcers.
I would say taking care of the "Champions" is actually quite challenging but at the same time very rewarding.
Because their mother and father are very competitive detector dogs with excellent detection achievements.
Therefore their babies are also like their father and mother -- very smart, very active, and they are very eager to explore.
Witnessing their development and growth is actually very unforgettable and very meaningful.
What we input inside them, they'll actually grow with our efforts and also our experience.
The Customs and Excise Department said puppies that have loyally served in its canine force will get to retire once they turn 8-years-old.
By which time they will either be adopted by their handlers or public volunteers, with the former being prioritised.
