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Is dog meat illegal in South Korea?

Partly. Dog meat is banned in effect in South Korea. Full ban starts February 2027; over 80% of dog farms already shut.

Special Act on ending dog meat breeding, slaughter and distribution passed Jan 2024; 3-year grace period, full ban from Feb 2027; MAFRA reports 82% of farms closed; Star, 9 Aug 2026.

Source: MAFRA, Korea 2026

• South Korea is one of 15 countries where dog meat is banned, and 7 more restrict it.
• Its neighbours: banned in 0 of 1.
• In Asia: banned in 3 of 46 countries.

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Other countries that ban dog meat

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