Dog Warriors

20/10/2025

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo has pledged to issue a regional regulation banning the sale and consumption of dog and cat meat in Jakarta. The move, announced after a meeting with the advocacy group Dog Meat Free Indonesia, is being framed as a preemptive measure to curb rabies transmission in the capital. If the ban necessitates a regional law, the governor plans to submit it to the Jakarta legislature for approval. Existing national laws on food and animal health would provide a legal basis, he said. DMFI leaders welcomed the commitment, urging Jakarta to serve as an example for other regions in ending the dog and cat meat trade.

17/10/2025

Dozens of dogs rescued from an illegal dog meat farm in Cheongju, South Korea, have arrived in the U.S. and are being rehabilitated in Maryland. The 50 dogs just flown in are getting veterinary care and behavioral support before being placed with shelters or rescues for adoption. Humane World for Animals and actor/advocate Daniel Henney helped coordinate the rescue, having witnessed horrific conditions on the farm, including overcrowded cages, malnutrition, and cruelty. The farm had operated for 40 years before being shut down for Animal Protection Act violations. Humane World notes that their decade long “Models for Change” program helped close 18 farms, and South Korea’s 2024 law banning dog meat is accelerating closures.

Dozens of dogs are settling in at our care and rehabilitation center in Maryland after arriving last week from an illegal dog meat farm in South Korea. Members of our staff accompanied them on their flight, greeted them at JFK International Airport, rode with them to our rehabilitation center in Mar...

16/10/2025

A recent event in Seoul organized by Humane World for Animals Korea to celebrate South Korea’s move away from the dog meat industry. Held during Bok Nal, a time when dog meat soup traditionally sees increased demand, the event drew over 100 people and their dogs to walk or run, share messages, enjoy activities, and promote awareness. It also marked the start of a public campaign supporting the Special Act to ban the dog meat industry, passed in 2024, which will be fully implemented by 2027. This article highlights Humane World’s past work rescuing nearly 2,800 dogs and helping close farms, and frames the event as part of a shift in culture toward ending cruelty and celebrating companion animals.

In South Korea, Bok Nal is a month-long period in July and August that marks the hottest days of the year. During this time, some residents eat certain foods they believe help to ease the heat, including dog meat soup. Although most Koreans don’t eat dog meat, dog meat soup typically rises in popu...

15/10/2025

A Seoul animal welfare group, Beagle Rescue Network, is staging an adoption fair this weekend in central Seoul to find homes for beagles rescued from laboratory research. The “Be Happy Beagle Adoption Fair” in Myeong-dong aims not only to match dogs with adopters but also to raise awareness of the plight of lab animals and promote responsible pet adoption. The event includes ceremonies honoring previous adopters, consultations, interactive workshops, multimedia exhibits about the dogs recoveries, and a marketplace whose proceeds support rescue efforts. The organizers also plan to collect signatures for an anti animal testing petition.

Beagles once confined to laboratories will be looking for their forever homes at a special adoption event this weekend in Myeong-dong, one of Seoul...

09/10/2025

On October 8, 2025, Animal Justice and Soi Dog Canada appeared in Federal Court to challenge a 2022 Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) ban that prohibits the importation of rescue dogs from over 100 countries. The ban, initially introduced as a temporary measure to prevent rabies, has remained in place despite rabies being a 100% vaccine preventable disease. The organizations argue that the ban is unlawful and causes unnecessary suffering for countless dogs abroad, particularly in regions affected by conflict and the dog meat trade. They contend that the CFIA's decision was made without consulting rescue groups and that no other Western country has implemented such a sweeping ban, instead relying on science based safeguards like vaccinations and quarantine. The groups are seeking to overturn the ban and encourage the adoption of modern, science based rabies prevention measures.

Media AdvisoryOctober 7, 2025 OTTAWA—On Wednesday, October 8, Animal Justice and Soi Dog Canada—a rescue group helping stray dogs suffering from wars and other disasters in Asia—will be in Federal […]

07/10/2025

In Defense of Animals (IDA) and SPAR Philippines have made significant strides in combating the dog meat trade on Siargao Island through free spay and neuter clinics. Since early 2025, these initiatives have sterilized 355 dogs and cats across several communities. The clinics also provided rabies vaccinations, deworming, grooming, and education on compassionate animal care. This effort aims to reduce the population of free roaming animals, thereby decreasing the supply of dogs for meat consumption, a practice that persists in some of the island’s poorest areas. The program is expanding to additional villages and is part of a broader vision to transform Siargao into a model for humane animal care and rabies prevention.

04/10/2025

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Called "brilliant" and "heart-rending" by BBC Radio, the film follows a team of canine-loving combat vets waging a new kind of war—against South Korea’s brutal dog meat trade. Through covert and overt ops, they infiltrate shadowy dog farms and markets, risking everything to save as many lives as possible.

02/10/2025

Gyeonggi Province in South Korea has announced a five year plan to invest 289.3 billion won (approximately $220 million USD) to enhance animal welfare. The initiative, known as the 3rd Gyeonggi Province Animal Welfare Comprehensive Plan, aims to strengthen safety nets, expand infrastructure, promote companion animal culture, and foster related industries. Key projects include operating veterinary forensic centers, supporting disaster and emergency animal rescues, expanding animal protection centers, and promoting education on responsible pet ownership. The plan also focuses on the welfare of farm animals and retired service animals, aiming to double the number of direct protection centers and improve adoption rates. The province seeks to position itself as a leading model for animal welfare in the country.

Gyeonggi Province has decided to invest 289.3 billion won over the next five years to strengthen animal welfare.Gyeonggi Province announced on the 24th that it has established the 3rd Gyeonggi Provinc..

01/10/2025

South Korea needs to do more to protect pets during natural disasters caused by climate change. Right now, Korean laws don’t require shelters to accept animals, which can force people to either refuse rescue or abandon their pets. Other countries, like the U.S. and Japan, already have rules to include animals in disaster plans. A new law called the “Disaster Animal Relief Act” is being discussed in Korea to fix this. In the meantime, pet owners are encouraged to register their pets, make an emergency plan, and know where the nearest vet is.

Natural disasters are on the rise around the world due to the effects of increasingly serious climate change. Korea is also facing a major disaster regardless of whether it is water or not, and the fr..

25/09/2025

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25/09/2025

DOG WARRIORS is now available to stream from home!

A team of canine-loving combat veterans infiltrates the dog meat farms and markets of South Korea to save as many dogs as possible.

23/09/2025

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! After years in the making, a top award at Raindance Film Festival last year, and a weeklong Oscar qualifying run last week, we're happy to announce that DOG WARRIORS is now available for home video streaming through the Open Eye Pictures online store! The film is also available for educational licensing for community groups, non-profits and classroom use. Spread this good news across your social media networks and let's help make an impact for dogs worldover.

A team of canine-loving combat veterans infiltrates the dog meat farms and markets of South Korea to save as many dogs as possible.