Freedom for our furry friends? S. Korea’s dog meat ban renews similar push by animal advocates in Cambodia

Ban it already: In Cambodia, the deep-rooted and controversial practice of consuming dog meat, involving an estimated annual slaughter of three million dogs, reflects a significant cultural tradition, according to a 2020 report by animal welfare NGO, Four Paws. — The Phnom Penh Post/ANN

THE recent ban on the production and sale of dog meat in South Korea, which will come into effect in 2027, has spotlighted the issue of the dog meat trade, inspiring Cambodian animal lovers and activists to renew their calls for a similar ban.

The groups view Korea’s Jan 10 decision as a catalyst for change and are advocating for legislative action in the Kingdom.