HONG KONG - Furry friends took the center stage at a pet gathering at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center on Thursday. 

Running from Thursday to Sunday, the Hong Kong Pet Show 2026 is more than an opportunity for pet owners to explore a variety of pet products such as food, clothing, toys, grooming and cleaning products. 

The show featured a highly anticipated live mantis exhibition, showcasing the Toxomantis, which resembles a Chinese dragon, along with nearly 50 other mantis species. There will also be a wide range of activities highlighting the charm of cats, dogs, goldfish, and other types of pets, together with public education on pet health and training demonstrations.

China Daily's photographer Adam Lam took the photos.