Closure of Dog Meat Farm Escalates Dog Meat Ban in SK

Dog Meat Ban in South Korea Escalates with the Closing of Dog Meat Farm

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On March 10th, a South Korean dog meat farm witnessed the release of nearly 200 canines by the Humane Society International

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Reported to be a historic event in 2023, the happenings have contributed to the continuing "Dog Meat Ban" slogan

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Mostly consisting of Korean Jindos and Tosas, the farm had been operating for 30 long years

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During these years the dogs had been living a life amidst cramped up spaces, with no protection against the heat, cold or rain

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Also the only food they had to survive on included restaurant scraps, indicating exposure to worse environments all their lives

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After their heartwarming rescue the absued dogs are being sent to United States and Canada where they will spend rest of their lives in proper conditions

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"There is no future for the dog meat industry" stated farm owner, Yang who only agreed to reveal his surname during the interview

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The increasing pressure from animal groups and the ruling Government alike had been the core reasons behind the growing backlash around dog meat consumption

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