4 lakh dogs vanished before South Korea's meat ban. Where did hundreds of thousands of dogs go?

Jun 28, 2026 - 17:00
4 lakh dogs vanished before South Korea's meat ban. Where did hundreds of thousands of dogs go?

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South Korea's impending ban on the dog meat trade leaves the fate of hundreds of thousands of dogs uncertain. While farms are closing and compensation is offered, official records show minimal adoptions or shelter transfers. Animal welfare groups suspect many dogs were slaughtered before the law takes effect, highlighting the industry's unregulated past and the challenges faced by former farmers.

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