The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in Hong Kong faces public backlash after it asked Hong Kong police to seek removal of online videos showing alleged animal abuse in Guangdong, including footage of a dog and its pups being killed. After the request drew criticism on social media, the SPCA said it apologises and clarified its position. Critics argued that removing the videos could suppress evidence and undermine public awareness of the case. In response, the SPCA said it welcomed police efforts to take down the footage and expressed hope the action would help prevent copycat abuse incidents. The two outlets report that the issue follows the circulation of widely shared clips on local social media, with viewers claiming the footage depicts multiple animals being harmed. The dispute centres on whether takedown efforts reduce harm by limiting exposure or whether they risk limiting the ability to document and investigate the incident. The SPCA’s apology indicates it is addressing concerns raised by online users while maintaining that animal welfare protection is a key objective.