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South Korea Enacts Landmark Law to Phase Out Dog Meat Industry by 2027

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SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea has passed a law that aims to prohibit the sale and slaughter of dogs for their meat by 2027. The move comes in response to changing attitudes among the younger generation, who increasingly view dogs as family pets rather than a source of food. Dog meat stew, known as “boshintang,” has long been considered a delicacy for older generations, but its popularity has been waning. According to estimates, South Korea currently has approximately 1,600 dog meat restaurants and 1,150 dog farms. The new law will ban the raising, butchering, … Read more

South Korea Implements Ban on Dog Meat Slaughter and Sale by 2027, Ending Centuries-Old Tradition

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SEOUL (AP) — South Korea has passed a new law aiming to phase out the slaughter and sale of dogs for meat by 2027. The centuries-old practice of eating dog meat will finally come to an end under this legislation, which has been introduced to align with changing societal attitudes towards the consumption of dogs. In recent decades, the popularity of dog meat has declined significantly, particularly among young people who actively avoid it. The law makes it illegal to raise or slaughter dogs for consumption, as well as to distribute or sell dog meat. … Read more