In New York City’s Times Square, photographs of Wang Wang rotate on a large digital screen every 35 minutes. One caption reads: “She was loved. She wanted to live. She should still be here.” Similar billboards have been installed near Taipei 101, featuring an image of Wang Wang caring for her puppies with the message: “This planet is their home too. Justice for Wang Wang.”
CK, a Taiwanese advocate, spent NT$30,000 ($930; £692) on the Taipei billboard, aiming to create a shared sense of purpose. She also established social media accounts on platforms like Reddit and X to amplify the cause.
Elara, another Taiwanese volunteer, used AI to translate the incident into 10+ languages, including Japanese, Portuguese, and Russian, which were widely shared online.
In Hong Kong and Macau, residents funded posters displayed on public transportation. Meanwhile, within mainland China, the focus has shifted to raising awareness and pushing for legal reforms against animal cruelty.
A cartoon depicting Wang Wang and her puppies became a focal point during a football match in Dalian, displayed on a stadium screen with the slogan: “Every life deserves respect and kindness.”
Local businesses, including Amortals and Wah Yan Ching Nin, have promoted anti-animal abuse messages via mall advertisements and Taobao listings of Wang Wang-themed stickers and decals.
Some efforts faced challenges, such as a Changsha mall being ordered to remove Wang Wang billboards, though representatives cited unclear instructions.
Despite obstacles, online activism continues. Weibo users encourage persistent advocacy, emphasizing that raising awareness is crucial to preventing animal abuse.
