SF Holding(SZ:002352) Xin Jing Bao·2025-12-22 00:15Core Viewpoint - The investigation reveals that the practice of shipping live pets via regular express delivery services, such as SF Express, is widespread and violates multiple laws and regulations regarding animal transport [1][9][11]. Group 1: Shipping Practices - Many pet sellers use SF Express to ship live animals, often misleading customers by claiming they are using specialized pet transport services [1][4]. - The investigation found that pets are shipped alongside regular cargo, which poses significant risks to their health and safety due to inadequate transport conditions [3][11]. - SF Express's own customer service representatives confirmed that shipping cats and dogs is not permitted, yet local branches continue to accept such shipments [3][5]. Group 2: Legal Violations - Shipping live animals without proper health certificates and quarantine documentation violates the Animal Epidemic Prevention Law and other related regulations [9][10]. - The investigation highlighted that some pet transport companies claim they do not require any health documentation, which is against legal requirements [9][10]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The pet market in areas like Xuzhou is thriving, with numerous sellers and live-streaming influencers facilitating the sale and shipment of pets [5][12]. - Many sellers use deceptive practices to lure customers into private transactions, often inflating costs and charging for unnecessary services [12]. - The demand for fast delivery through express services like SF Express is driving the trend of shipping pets, despite the associated risks [5][12].