What is the most appropriate way for a movie theater to celebrate the Year of the Dog? A cinema in east China’s Hangzhou City decided to invite moviegoers and their four-legged friends to enjoy screenings together. /Chinanews Photo

As the cinema opened on Thursday, many excited dog owners brought their furry pets to the theater to have a rare bonding time together, as pets are banned from entering most public places in China. /Chinanews Photo

Feburary 16 marks the beginning of the Year of the Dog. To celebrate the new year, public places like Hangzhou’s cinema and a few airlines have gone dog-friendly. Starting this year, pets can join their owners in the cabin when travelling on Hainan Airlines' domestic flights. /Chinanews Photo