A trip to Korea has a very different meaning and purpose for the Directors of Free Korean Dogs. Unlike a leisurely trip for most travelers to Korea, I have been telling everyone the Founder & Executive Director of Free Korean Dogs is doing the heavy lifting in Korea.
Dog Meat
My name is Dave
It wasn’t always Dave. I had a temporary name, Da-Haeng, when I was rescued. Before, I was a dog hanging by the noose, waiting to be slaughtered. I was being beaten so that I could be tenderized for dog meat soup during Boknal. I was destined to die and become food.
80 Dogs Rescued from Dog Meat Farm in Korea
In Korea, over two million dogs are tortured and slaughtered for human consumption every year. As part of the efforts to stop the dog meat trade, many animal rights activists work hard to shut down dog meat farms run illegally. But it is not easy.
All They Want for Christmas is You!
The season of love and joy is upon us. December is when people celebrate the year end at holiday parties, and of course, there is Christmas – oh yes, Christmas… with beautiful lights on the street, people’s smiles and laughter, a table full of delicious and warm food, and presents going around the room with …Read More about All They Want for Christmas is You!
Help 55 Adorable Dogs Find Their Forever Homes
Imagine there are 55 adorable and adoptable pups in a shelter in South Korea being taken care for and looked after with love and dedication. Now imagine that this only haven for these dogs must be shut down within less than 2 months, and the pups are facing the uncertain fate. Some of them may need …Read More about Help 55 Adorable Dogs Find Their Forever Homes
Help Us Find a Forever Home for Matilda
Matilda is a 2-year-old female Labrador mix rescued from Korea. This sweet girl is looking for her forever home in Toronto.
Ongoing Protest against the Dog and Cat Meat Trade
Our protest against the dog and cat meat trade continues until August 11 (the last day of Boknal). EK Park, the founder of Free Korean Dogs, will be at the Korean Consulate in Toronto for the following days. If you can join us, that would be amazing. Your voice counts. July 27 (Thursday) from 12-2pm …Read More about Ongoing Protest against the Dog and Cat Meat Trade
Toronto Protest Against Korea’s Dog and Cat Meat Trade
Join Free Korean Dogs for our second annual Toronto protest against the Korean dog and cat meat trade. Thousands of dogs and cats will be tortured and slaughtered during Boknal, Korea’s summer dog meat festival, which begins July 12th. Help us send a clear message to Korea that now is the time to end the …Read More about Toronto Protest Against Korea’s Dog and Cat Meat Trade
Our Olympic Family is Growing
Heidi and Daniel, parents of Olympic figure skater and animal advocate Meagan Duhamel, recently adopted Daegong, a rescue from the Korean dog meat trade.
Toronto Adoption Event
There will be eight adorable Korean rescue dogs avaialble for adoption at Wooftown, Toronto.
Tax Evasion May End Korean Dog Meat Trade
Animal welfare activists have found a new strategy. Tax evasion has become the latest weapon in the fight against the Korean dog meat trade.
PS9 Pets: Poodle Invasion Adoption Events
We held our “Poodle Invasion” adoption events at PS9 Pet Supplies NY on Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28. (With the help of a dedicated team from South Korea, we saved these 12 adoptable adult poodles from a high kill shelter in Jinhae, Korea.)
