How It Started
We love exploring the great outdoors, and we love dogs, and together, we think the combination is just unbeatable!
As a way to connect explorers and their dogs, we hosted our first ever trip on a weekday in July 2020, to explore a small, remote island in Sai Kung, and a whopping 27 people and their dogs showed up!
Since then, we have been hosting monthly excursions on the first Saturday of every month to explore different parts of Hong Kong, all whilst raising money for our local animal shelters, as a way to give back and support the community that gave us these wonderful hiking companions to begin with!
Read our origin stories below, or check out our TedX video for more >
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Chief Exploring Officers
Steph & Lola
Stephanie first started exploring Hong Kong with her rambunctious beagle, Tigger, at the age of 14, until he unfortunately passed of cancer in 2018, at the ripe old age of 14.
It wasn't until Stephanie fostered Lola from a shelter that rescued meat trade dogs in Dongguan, that her love for exploring the outdoors with dogs was rekindled once more.
Now Stephanie and Lola spend their days exploring different parts of Hong Kong.
When Lola is not throwing herself into a body of water, she's either hanging her head out a car window or alerting you to our arrival at our next adventure.
Ambassadors
These trips would not be possible without our trusty Ambassadors! Get to know them👇
Nicolas
Nicolas is a wildlife and pet photographer, a wildlife conservation researcher, and a dedicated advocate for animal welfare. Having volunteered extensively for the SPCA in Hong Kong, he brings a deep-rooted passion for animal protection to everything he does. In the field, he balances his time between rigorous conservation research and capturing the natural world through his lens. He is also a supportive regular at Exploring Dogs events, where he joins the action to take professional photos of participants and their dogs. Check out these photos and his broader portfolio in his online gallery here!
Philippa & Rocky
Rocky is a rescue pup from SPCA and is big sister to Kaiya and Oscar, both mutts from LAP and Catherine’s Puppies. When out exploring herself she’s one to explore off-route and rocky roads, but when with her gang she makes sure her baby sis is looked after and that the whole crew sticks together. Rocky is the face of FOR THE LOVE OF DOG - a drawing project by Philippa that raises funds for dog shelters in Hong Kong.
Serene & Nano
Adopted from the SPCA as a "Covid baby", Nano brought immense joy to a locked-down world before Serene channeled his affectionate nature into community service, leading him to become an official therapy dog with Animals Asia. Together, this compassionate duo volunteers their time to spread happiness, cultivate deep human relationships, and deliver a boost of “feel-good” neurochemicals to everyone they meet. When off the clock from their pawfessional duties, both hooman and pup tackle long hikes, rugged trails, and scenic peaks, allowing them to deepen their unique bond in nature.
Vincci & Beaker
Vincci welcomed Beaker into her home during the height of the COVID pandemic, sparking a journey filled with adventure. With Beaker's love for the outdoors, Vincci, a talented photographer and designer, embarked on their first Exploring Dogs experience to Po Toi Island. This adventure led to many more, as they began organizing outings with friends, capturing unforgettable moments along the way. Inspired by these experiences, Vincci founded Ruff Tales Photography, driven by the belief that every wagging tail has a unique story waiting to be told. Check out her portfolio here!
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