South Korea's parliament has approved a bill to ban the consumption and sale of dog meat, marking a significant shift away from the centuries-old practice. The National Assembly passed the bill by a vote of 208-0, with the law set to take effect after a three-year grace period.
Breeding, selling, and slaughtering dogs for their meat will be punishable by up to three years in prison or fines of up to 30 million won (£18,000). The move is seen as a positive step for animal welfare, as attitudes toward dogs in South Korea have evolved, with more people considering them as family pets.
Despite the ban, some dog farmers plan to file a constitutional appeal and protest the decision. Eating dog meat was once a traditional practice believed to boost stamina in the hot Korean summer but has become increasingly rare, especially among younger generations.
The ban reflects changing societal views on animal cruelty and aims to promote respect for life and harmonious coexistence between humans and animals.
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