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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Hyung-Jin Kim

South Korean dog meat farmers push back against growing moves to outlaw their industry

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The dogs bark and stare as Kim Jong-kil approaches the rusty cages housing the large, short-haired animals he sells for their meat. Kim opens a door and pets one dog’s neck and chest.

Kim says he’s proud of the dog meat farm that has supported his family for 27 years, but is upset over growing attempts by politicians and activists to outlaw the business, which he is turning over to his children.

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