C. Dangerous or annoying animals
Under section 4(11) of the Summary Offences Ordinance (Cap. 228), a person commits an offence if, without lawful authority or excuse, he:
- keeps any dog accustomed to annoy neighbours or passers-by by barking or otherwise;
- allows any unmuzzled ferocious dog or other animal to be at large; or
- sets on or urges any dog or other animal to attack, worry or put in fear any person or animal.
The penalty is a fine of $2,000 and imprisonment for 3 months.



