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Other IDA Campaigns Korean Animal Abuse |
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In Defense of Animals (IDA) has learned that two million South Korean Where do the dogs come from? Most are homeless dogs, captured by butchers and sold in open markets. The tragic reality is that authorities are giving the dog meat trade their silent blessing by turning a blind eye to this outrageous bloodbath even though Korean law forbids the sale and consumption of dog meat. The country's Animal Protection Law, which was passed in 1991 considers dogs to be "domestic pets. Let me assure you the eating of dog meat isn't based on any deeply rooted Korean tradition. Koreans have only eaten dogs when poverty has been widespread, as was the case during World War II. Even in those hard times, dogs were treated as companion animals. Now, however -- with the unspoken blessing of the government, greedy, unscrupulous dog traders in South Korea propagate the myth that canine meat increases male sexual prowess and general health. This illegal industry has organized itself well. It bribes government officials and police, hires thugs to intimidate animal welfare campaigners, and persuades newspapers to extol the "virtues" of dog meat.
"It's inconceivable to me that a being we consider 'man's best friend' could be so brutally killed, skinned, and butchered." --Elliot M. Katz, DVM
The fate of the innocent... In spite of a 1991 law which prohibits consumption of dogs and cats, a flourishing industry exists within the markets of Korea. Illegal and unsanitary dog farms are hidden away in the countryside where breeders raise their stock for butchers. Korean Support for IDA Dear IDA, Hi, this is Elaine Eunjoo From South Korea. Today, I have learned that IDA will hold a protest against dogs and cats abuse in Korea on July 14. Yes, these abuse have to be ended. However, Korean government and officials are indifference to this matter. I am so glad that IDA take action to fight this tragedy and I will be a part of this action. I am sure that if the international organizations , like IDA, and international society keep eyes on this matter and put pressure on our government, our government cannot ignore this matter. Please remember that majority of Korean are dogs and cats lovers and they will fight with IDA. Again, thank you for taking action and I will be part of it until end of this tragedy. Sincerely, | |||||||||||
| International day to protest Korean of dog eating
Undercover Video Exposé Spotlights Korean Dog and Cat Meat Cruelty International Day for Korean Dogs and Cats a Success South Korea Passes New Animal Welfare Law International Day for Korean Dogs and Cats - July 25 U.S. Travel Agents Boycott International Tourism Expo in South Korea International Day for Korean Dogs and Cats a Success Click here to view a PDF (925k) with photos that expose the cruelty at two Korean dog farms. Korean Dogs Rescued from Abusive Meat Rancher |
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dogs are electrocuted, strangled, or bludgeoned to death each year. Then they're boiled, skinned, browned by a torch, chopped up and eaten. All of this cruelty and suffering is enough to make you sick.
Although the vast majority of Koreans don't eat dog meat, official figures indicate there are at least 6,484 stores nationwide dealing in this horrific trade.