- A hotel in Wuhan, China, is offering guests the unique service of sharing their room with a trained dog for 499 yuan (£51) per night.
- The Country Garden Phoenix Hotel allows guests to choose from breeds such as golden retrievers, huskies, or West Highland terriers, providing companionship without the responsibilities of pet ownership.
- Launched in July, the service has quickly gained popularity, with over 300 guests signing up in the initial weeks, reflecting China's booming pet economy.
- The hotel employs 10 temperament-tested and trained dogs, some raised by the hotel, aiming to provide emotional comfort to guests and stimulation for the animals.
- This initiative highlights the significant growth in urban pet ownership in China, where pets now outnumber young children, leading to a surge in pet-related services.
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