Quick answer: All dog swimming pools in Hong Kong are private venues—public pools, beaches and water sports centres under the LCSD do not allow pets, so private dog pools (pet pools) are the only option. The 25 venues across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories range from HK$50 per session (summer only) to urban indoor heated pools starting at HK$68 entry plus pool fee. Dogs should be at least 6 months old and fully vaccinated before swimming.
This article includes an interactive map, an 18-district search filter, a price comparison table and a departure checklist. Last verified 2026-09-17.
Compiled and verified by the PetChill database team (cross-checked against merchant official websites, social media and public information) · Last verified 2026-09-17 · 25 venues in total
Find a pool instantly with the interactive map
Don't want to read through the list district by district? Use the Hong Kong dog pool interactive map above: search instantly by pool name or address, filter by 18 districts, choose indoor heated or outdoor grass, see which venues are 'open now', or tap 'find nearest pool' to auto-locate and open Google Maps navigation with one click. Each pool card includes the address, phone number, direct WhatsApp link and price information—just tap to view.
Why are there no public dog pools in Hong Kong?
Many dog owners have asked: 'Why can't I take my dog to an LCSD pool?' The answer is simple—public swimming pools and beaches under the LCSD do not allow pets. A Legislative Council reply in April 2025 stated clearly that public beaches are mainly for swimming, sand play and sunbathing, and allowing pets would create difficult hygiene issues (such as pets defecating on the beach). Therefore, there are currently no plans to provide pet-friendly spaces at public beaches, water sports centres or holiday camps.
In other words, to take your dog swimming, private dog pools are the only choice. Fortunately, quite a few have opened in Hong Kong in recent years, from outdoor grass pools in Yuen Long Kam Tin to indoor heated pools in urban shopping malls, with the cheapest at $50 per session.
Price comparison: which is the best value?
| Pool | District | Type | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehead Dog Pool | Ma On Shan | Outdoor (summer only) | HK$50/session (45 minutes) |
| Five by 5 | Lai Chi Kok | Indoor | HK$68-88 entry + HK$50 pool |
| Dog Dog Come Wonderland | Tseung Kwan O | Indoor heated | HK$88/person (includes dog snacks + owner drink) |
| Sai Kung Tak Sang Oasis | Sai Kung | Outdoor | From HK$90 by weight (2-hour session, membership required) |
| Petfield Pet New World | Pat Heung | Outdoor | HK$140-180 by weight (45-minute session) |
| Pet Oasis HK | Tuen Mun | Indoor | HK$150-180/two owners/one hour |
| PRIVATE i PETS (Festival Walk) | Kowloon Tong | Indoor | HK$290/pet (all-day pass, two owners free) |
| RUFF & FETCH | Jordan | Indoor heated | From HK$320/30 minutes (one-on-one accompanied swim) |
| PRIVATE i PETS (Causeway Bay) | Causeway Bay | Indoor heated | From HK$450 |
For other venues' fees, please inquire directly with the merchant; prices are subject to the merchant's latest announcement.
How to choose? On a budget, choose Whitehead (summer only $50) or Five by 5 (from $118 including pool); if you want a coach to accompany your dog, choose RUFF & FETCH or Springfield Pet Kindergarten; if you want to play all day, choose PRIVATE i PETS Festival Walk ($290 all-day pass).
Quick guide: indoor heated pool vs outdoor grass pool—how to choose?
| Type | Main areas in Hong Kong | Suitable for | Pros | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor heated pool | Hong Kong Island: Causeway Bay, Wong Chuk Hang; Kowloon: Jordan, Kowloon Tong, Ho Man Tin, Sham Shui Po; New Territories: Tuen Mun, Tseung Kwan O | First-time swimmers, senior dogs, dogs with joint issues needing hydrotherapy, heat-sensitive flat-faced breeds (pugs, French bulldogs) | Stable water temperature (usually 26-28°C), most have coaches or staff supervision, works even on rainy days | Smaller space; booking recommended at peak times, some venues require 1-2 weeks' notice |
| Outdoor grass pool | Yuen Long Kam Tin, Pat Heung, Sai Kung, Fanling, Sheung Shui, Ma On Shan | High-energy dogs needing to burn off energy, large dogs, dogs that can already swim | Large space, mostly 'pool + big grass' combinations, can combine with running on grass and BBQ family days | Summer sun and hot ground; some are summer-only or closed on specified days—confirm with the venue before departure |
Indoor heated pools are suitable for: first-time swimmers, senior dogs, dogs with joint issues needing hydrotherapy, heat-sensitive flat-faced breeds (pugs, French bulldogs), and rainy-day energy-burning. Water temperature is stable (usually 26-28°C), most have coaches or staff supervision, and the environment is controlled.
Outdoor grass pools are suitable for: high-energy dogs needing to burn off energy, large dogs, dogs that can swim, and family days combining running on grass and BBQ. Space is much larger, and many venues are 'pool + big grass' combinations, so dogs can swim and then run on the grass—double the energy-burning effect.
List of 25 dog pools across Hong Kong by district
Hong Kong Island (3)
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The Simba Land (35 Causeway Road, Causeway Bay) | WhatsApp 5401 6648
- Opening hours: inquire with merchant
- Features: indoor pool, bathing and grooming, urban location
- PetChill tips: a good rainy-day energy-burning spot in urban Hong Kong Island
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The Barkyard (Shop LG04-06, The Southside, 11 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang) | WhatsApp 6653 8404
- Opening hours: inquire with merchant
- Features: dog swimming pool, small café, pet supplies, grooming services, mall shop
- PetChill tips: mall above Wong Chuk Hang MTR station, convenient transport
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PRIVATE i PETS (1/F, 10 Cleveland Street, Causeway Bay (main entrance on Gloucester Road)) | WhatsApp 5729 2800
- Opening hours: daily 10:00 - 20:00
- Fees: from HK$450 (booking 1-2 weeks in advance recommended)
- Features: the only dog pool in Causeway Bay, heated design, high-efficiency filtration system, UV sterilisation, Mud Spa
- PetChill tips: book 1-2 weeks in advance
Kowloon (5)
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RUFF & FETCH (Shop, 7 Kwun Chung Street, Jordan) ☎ 2348 0262 | WhatsApp 6674 1567
- Opening hours: daily 11:00 - 20:00
- Fees: from HK$320 (30-minute session, one-on-one accompanied swim)
- Features: indoor heated pool, UV sterilisation, one-on-one swim coach, free life jacket, free basic blow-dry
- PetChill tips: for beginner dogs, consider the four-session training course to learn swimming from scratch
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pal. (Shop L2-57, 2/F, V Walk, 28 Sham Mong Road, Sham Shui Po) ☎ 3996 8004
- Opening hours: daily 08:00 - 20:00
- Features: mall shop, indoor, above Nam Cheong MTR station
- PetChill tips: direct access from Nam Cheong MTR station to the mall, no sun or rain
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Paw by Paw (66 Waterloo Road, Ho Man Tin, Kowloon) | WhatsApp 9794 6654
- Opening hours: inquire with merchant
- Features: basement heated swimming pool, staff-accompanied swimming, pet grooming, licensed pet hotel
- PetChill tips: swimming plus boarding or grooming can be done in one go
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PRIVATE i PETS (Shop T29-30, G/F, Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong) | WhatsApp 5726 3608
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday 12:00 - 17:00; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10:00 - 17:00
- Fees: HK$290 per pet (two owners free; each additional owner HK$140; unlimited time, one charge for all-day pass)
- Features: mall shop, indoor pool, free parking first-come-first-served, outdoor pet rinse area, all-day pass
- PetChill tips: the $290 all-day pass is a one-time charge with unlimited time, good for high-energy dogs
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Five by 5 (Unit G, 4/F, Hoplite Industrial Building, 702-704 Castle Peak Road, Cheung Sha Wan)
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday 12:00 - 18:00; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12:00 - 20:00
- Fees: weekdays HK$68, holidays HK$88 (unlimited time); use of swimming pool additional HK$50
- Features: outdoor small pet pool, unlimited-time entry, private booking service, party venue
- PetChill tips: entry plus pool from only $118, great value
New Territories (17)
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Springfield Pet Kindergarten (Shop A1A, G/F, Tuen Mun Central Square, Hang Kwai Street, Tuen Mun (facing South Wave Bay)) ☎ 4614 9797 | WhatsApp 4614 9798
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00 - 19:00; Saturday, Sunday 09:30 - 19:30; closed Monday
- Features: 24-hour indoor heated pool, 230 sq ft pool, private-pool-grade filtration system, swim specialists accompanying in water, seamless grooming and bathing
- PetChill tips: closed every Monday for pool maintenance—don't make a wasted trip
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Happy Park (351 Shui Mei Village, Kam Tin, Yuen Long) ☎ 5502 6106 | WhatsApp 5502 6106
- Opening hours: daily 09:00/11:00 - 17:00/18:00 (varies by day; inquire before departure)
- Features: pet practice pool, big grass area, air-conditioned café, self-service bathing and blow-dry area, grooming space
- PetChill tips: if you plan to go in the water to assist your dog, first check the venue's requirements for footwear and clothing
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DOG COME Dog Pool Playground (Access via Lai On Garden, Fu Shun Street, Tai Kong, Yuen Long (large car park available)) ☎ 2759 9990 | WhatsApp 6511 9990
- Opening hours: 11:00 - 19:00 (from 09:30 on weekends); closed Tuesday
- Features: outdoor pool, large car park, playground facilities
- PetChill tips: closed every Tuesday
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Scene Garden (Mai Po section, Castle Peak Road, Yuen Long (next to Royal Palms)) ☎ 9790 7883 | WhatsApp 9790 7883
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday 12:00 - 17:00; Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
- Features: two dog pools, thousand-square-foot pool, big grass area, BBQ area, food and drink
- PetChill tips: opens at 10 am on weekends, 12 noon on weekdays
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Gather Dogs Together (Ping Yeung Village, Fanling, New Territories) ☎ 9516 5956 | WhatsApp 9516 5956
- Opening hours: daily 09:00 - 18:00
- Features: pool, party venue, grass area
- PetChill tips: located in a village; follow Google Maps to get there
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Dog Dog Come Wonderland (Shop B1, LG2, Park Central Phase 3 Mall, Tsui Ling Road, Tseung Kwan O) ☎ 2262 4199 | WhatsApp 9169 0023
- Opening hours: Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10:00 - 19:00; closed weekdays
- Fees: HK$88/person (can bring one dog, includes dog snacks and owner drink)
- Features: indoor heated pool, water temperature 26-28°C, UV sterilisation, transparent glass observation, life jacket rental
- PetChill tips: currently mainly open on weekends and public holidays, closed weekdays—confirm before departure
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Sai Kung Tak Sang Oasis (Mei Yuen Street, Sai Kung, New Territories (next to Sai Kung District Community Centre)) ☎ 2944 0601
- Opening hours: 11:00 - 17:00 (Sunday 14:00 - 17:30); closed Tuesday
- Fees: from HK$90 by dog weight (two-hour session; must register as a member first)
- Features: about 40,000 sq ft, two-hour sessions, self-service dog rinse, social enterprise
- PetChill tips: you must register as a member before using the pool
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Hong Kong Dog Working and Agility Association (52 On Po Village, Sheung Shui) ☎ 2670 0038 | WhatsApp 9304 0021
- Opening hours: daily 10:00 - 18:00
- Features: dog pools of different sizes, agility training facilities, obedience training, spacious grounds
- PetChill tips: open daily 10 am to 6 pm
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Pet Oasis HK (3 Hing Fu Street, Tuen Mun, New Territories (next to Block 7, Po Tin Estate)) ☎ 2456 1966 | WhatsApp 9223 1384
- Opening hours: daily 11:00 - 16:00 (rest days announced on FB)
- Fees: HK$150-180/two owners/one hour
- Features: Hong Kong's largest 800 sq ft pool, plus a 500 sq ft pool, comprehensive filtration and disinfection, owners can enter the water, free bathing area
- PetChill tips: rest days are announced on FB—check before departure
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Homies (Tai Shue Ha West Road, Yuen Long) ☎ 9659 8919 | WhatsApp 9659 8919
- Opening hours: by appointment only
- Features: large grass area, photo spots, hot water bathing facilities, campsite
- PetChill tips: by appointment only—remember to book via WhatsApp in advance
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Petfield Pet New World (60 Ta Shek Wu, Fan Kam Road, Pat Heung, Yuen Long (near former Pat Heung Fire Services Training School)) ☎ 2488 6736 | WhatsApp 9419 7932
- Opening hours: daily 10:00 - 18:00 (except Lunar New Year)
- Fees: by weight: under 10kg HK$140; under 15kg HK$150; 15-30kg HK$160; over 30kg or long-haired HK$180 (45-minute session, includes self-service cold water rinse)
- Features: 50,000 sq ft, standard pool + medium pool, sloped entry suitable for beginners, three large grass areas, hydrotherapy
- PetChill tips: must present dog licence and vaccination card (rabies + combination vaccine); no ticks or fleas allowed
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Petworld Resort (351 Shui Mei Village, Kam Tin, Yuen Long) ☎ 2470 6928 | WhatsApp 2470 6968
- Opening hours: daily 10:00 - 18:00
- Features: pool, pet hotel, resort facilities
- PetChill tips: hotel inquiries and recreation facility inquiries use two different phone numbers—check before calling
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Elite Dog Village (Pat Heung, Yuen Long) ☎ 9381 7783 | WhatsApp 9381 7783
- Opening hours: open 24 hours
- Features: pool, 24 hours, dog village facilities
- PetChill tips: open 24 hours, but check pool hours in advance
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Four Seasons Pet (G/F, 4A Kam Tin Road, Yuen Long) ☎ 6692 6281 | WhatsApp 6692 6281
- Opening hours: daily 09:00 - 21:00
- Features: pool, open until 9 pm
- PetChill tips: open until 9 pm—good for after work
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Pawties (Blocks C and D, 13 Shek Kong Pat Heung Road, Yuen Long) | WhatsApp 6021 1882
- Opening hours: inquire with merchant
- Features: real grass, human-pet swimming area, indoor play space, dog boarding, day care
- PetChill tips: the human-pet swimming area lets you swim with your dog
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Pets Chill Garden (76 Tai Kong Po Village, Kam Tin) | WhatsApp 5202 1021
- Opening hours: inquire with merchant
- Features: grass, two dog pools, water depth by size, bathing and blow-dry equipment, free parking
- PetChill tips: the two pools have different depths, so small dogs can choose the right one
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Whitehead Dog Pool (Whitehead BBQ Site, Ma On Shan (near Whitehead Beach))
- Opening hours: summer only: Saturday, Sunday and holidays 12:00 - 19:45 (45-minute sessions)
- Fees: HK$50/session (45 minutes)
- Features: summer only, filtration system, weekly water change, pet life jackets, rinse and blow-dry facilities
- PetChill tips: open only in summer—check seasonal arrangements before departure
Practical rules for taking your dog swimming
- Put on a life jacket: even if your dog can swim, an unfamiliar environment can cause stress or exhaustion. First-time swimmers, small dogs and flat-faced breeds (pugs, French bulldogs, corgis) especially need one—don't skip this step.
- Avoid the hottest hours: outdoor venues can have hot ground at midday in summer. Choose morning or evening slots and touch the ground before letting your dog walk on it. Watch for signs of heatstroke such as rapid panting or unsteady gait.
- Rinse and dry immediately after swimming: pool water may contain residual disinfectants or microorganisms. After swimming, rinse thoroughly with clean water and dog shampoo, especially the ears, paws and belly. Dry completely before going home—damp fur trapped against the skin can lead to skin problems.
- Clean the ears: after swimming, use a pet ear cleaner to clean the ear canal to prevent moisture retention and inflammation. Drop-eared dogs (golden retrievers, cocker spaniels) need extra attention.
- Check the rules in advance: each pool has different requirements for owners entering the water, footwear, life jacket rental, bathing times and bringing your own towels. Some venues (e.g. Homies) are by appointment only, and some require dog licence and vaccination card (e.g. Petfield). Ask before you go.
- Monitor for 24 hours after swimming: watch for shedding, skin rashes, itchy ears or lethargy. If anything seems wrong, take your dog to the veterinarian.
🦴 Swimming gear picks (PetChill recommends)
Don't skimp on gear for dog swimming. Here are real products sold by PetChill; prices are subject to the online shop:
Life jackets (essential)
- Outward Hound Active Life Jacket XS (LP22018) HK$256
- Outward Hound Active Life Jacket S (LP22019) HK$296
- Outward Hound Active Life Jacket M (LP22020) HK$376
- Outward Hound Active Life Jacket L (LP22021) HK$436
Post-swim cleaning
- Dirty Dog Natural Essential Oil Ear Cleaner Tea Tree 100ml (DDEA44) HK$94
- Dog Bath Super Absorbent Towel 185g (random colour) HK$20
Product information and prices are subject to PetChill's online shop.
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📌 Key takeaways
- There are no public dog pools in Hong Kong; 25+ private pools are the only option, from HK$50
- Outdoor grass pools are concentrated in Yuen Long Kam Tin and Pat Heung; indoor heated pools are in urban malls
- For beginner dogs, choose an indoor pool (with coach + heated water); for energy-burning, choose an outdoor pool (pool + grass)
- Before departure, use the checklist to check gear: dog licence and vaccination card, life jacket, towels, ear cleaner
- After swimming, rinse and dry thoroughly, use ear cleaner for the ears, and monitor skin condition for 24 hours
If you have any questions, please consult a registered veterinarian.
This article is an independent compilation of information and has no affiliation or partnership with the venues or brands mentioned. All trademarks and names mentioned belong to their respective owners. Venue information, opening hours and fees are subject to official announcements; please check with the venue before departure.
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