South Korea is approaching a major turning point as the country prepares to end the breeding, slaughter, distribution, and sale of dogs for human consumption. But closing the farms does not automatically mean thousands of dogs are headed to new homes.
In this episode of Rescue Tails, Robert Forto and Robin Lucas of Rebel Rescue South Korea discuss what happens when an industry shuts down but the dogs remain. They explore the enormous challenges facing rescue organizations, including limited space, funding, rehabilitation, socialization, medical care, and the reality that some former farm dogs may require years of support before they are ready for adoption.
Robin also shares the story of Sammy, an eight-year-old former farm dog who has spent five years at Rebel Rescue. His story shows that rescue is not simply about getting a dog off a farm. It is a long-term commitment involving thousands of meals, daily care, training, medical support, and the continued search for the right home.
It is a difficult conversation, but an important one about what rescue really looks like after the headlines disappear.
