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news Scmp World 2026-04-05

Chinese Hotel Staff Recommended Dog Meat Eateries to Guest

A pet-friendly hotel in Guizhou, China, faced severe online backlash after an automated message recommended local dog meat specialties to a traveling guest. The incident sparked widespread outrage regarding the establishment's apparent disregard for modern ethical sensibilities.


A pet-friendly hotel in southwestern China has drawn fierce online criticism after recommending dog meat restaurants to a traveller staying with their dog. On March 27, a social media user surnamed Chen described a disturbing stay at a hotel in Guizhou province. Chen said they had booked a pet-friendly property for a trip with their puppy, but was taken aback when the hotel sent them an official message recommending local attractions, including the town’s dog meat speciality. The message, which...

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