Some 62% of the same age group said they regard dogs as pets, not food. Many young Koreans think those who eat dog are anachronists. In Defense of Animals opposes the consumption and trade of dog meat in Korea, viewing it as an unregulated industry, with conditions it views as unsanitary and cruel. read more
The consumption of dog meat in South Korea, where it is known as "Gaegogi" (Korean: 개고기, literally "dog meat"), has a long history originating during the Three Kingdoms of Korea period of the first century AD. read more
A large population of people in South Korea that don't eat or enjoy the meat feel strongly that it is the right of others to do so. There is a smaller but still vocal group of pro-dog cuisine people in South Korea who want to popularize the consumption of dog meat in Korea and the rest of the world. read more
Opponents of dog meat consumption in South Korea are critical of the eating of dog meat, as some dogs are beaten, burnt or hanged to make their meat more tender. The restaurants that sell dog meat, often exclusively, do so at the risk of losing their restaurant licenses. read more
The consumption of dog meat in South Korea, where it is known as "Gaegogi" (Korean: 개고기, literally "dog meat"), has a long history originating during the Three Kingdoms of Korea period of the first century AD. read more