Today, August 15th, is Malbok, marking the last day of Boknal, Korea’s annual dog meat ending consumption. By this time, hundreds of thousands of dogs would have needlessly suffered and …Read More about Join Us for Freedom Walk to End the Dog Meat Trade
Public Awareness
Debunking Myths of Dog Meat Trade Survivors
July 26th of this year marks Joongbok, the second day of Boknal, Korea’s annual dog meat consumption tradition. While we have previously provided education and awareness on Boknal and the …Read More about Debunking Myths of Dog Meat Trade Survivors
Korea’s New Leader: Shaping the Future of the Dog Meat Trade
Last fall, the world leaned in intently with open ears after South Korean president Moon Jae In reportedly asked vice president Kim Boo Kyum, “Hasn’t the time come to end …Read More about Korea’s New Leader: Shaping the Future of the Dog Meat Trade
Winter Shelter Preparations
Another year, another winter. While we switch our furnaces from cool to warm, put away our tee shirts and shorts and bring out the winter coats and boots, winter preparations …Read More about Winter Shelter Preparations
Thank You for an Amazing Freedom Walk 2021!
Our third annual Freedom Walk (and first in-person Vancouver walk) had us smiling from ear to ear, and we’re still all smiles! It was such a joy to see everyone …Read More about Thank You for an Amazing Freedom Walk 2021!
Yongin Dog Meat Rescue Update 2
It’s been for a while since we discovered and rescued 15 dogs from a restaurant in Yongin, Korea, who were being raised for slaughter for fresh dog meat stew. They …Read More about Yongin Dog Meat Rescue Update 2
Boknal: Did You Know?
Boknal, Korea’s annual dog meat tradition in which dog meat consumption is encouraged during the “hottest days of summer” to boost stamina, immune systems, and prevent or cure other ailments, …Read More about Boknal: Did You Know?
The Dogs of the Yangpyung City Pound
In an industrial like building there are rows upon rows of kennels and the sounds of loud barking echoing through. As you walk down each aisle, scurrying little feet follow …Read More about The Dogs of the Yangpyung City Pound
A Successful Freedom Walk 2020!
We’ve concluded another successful Freedom Walk, and we couldn’t have done it without you! Thank you to everyone who participated, donated, shared our mission, and cheered us on. We are …Read More about A Successful Freedom Walk 2020!
Life Lessons from Onjung:
They often say we can learn a lot from dogs, which is certainly true of Onjung’s story. She teaches us that even when life gives you spoiled lemons, you can …Read More about Life Lessons from Onjung:
FKD Freedom Walk and Picnic
We are thrilled to be hosting our first ever Free Korean Dogs 5K Freedom Walk. Please join us as we walk together to free all dogs from lives of pain …Read More about FKD Freedom Walk and Picnic
Join the FKD Therapy Dog Program
Hey, Free Korean Dogs family! We all know how wonderful our dogs are and how much they bring to our lives, but have you ever considered sharing your dog’s beautiful …Read More about Join the FKD Therapy Dog Program