The owners of Monchiu, a female American Bully, have publicly questioned Hong Kong’s strict regulations regarding "fighting dogs" following the animal's death during a routine neutering surgery last Friday. The owners stated that the dog died while under anesthesia at a veterinary clinic. They had scheduled the procedure in response to a recent government crackdown aimed at ensuring owners of restricted breeds comply with local laws.

According to the owners, Monchiu suffered from several health issues, including vision and hearing impairments, as well as chronic skin problems. They argue that these health conditions made the dog a poor candidate for the surgery, and they are using the incident to highlight their opposition to the current legal classification of the American Bully breed. Under Hong Kong law, American Bullies are subject to strict controls, and owners are required to adhere to specific registration and handling mandates. The owners’ public statement, released via social media, serves as a critique of the policies that forced them to seek the procedure despite their concerns about the dog's physical fitness for surgery.