Nearly a quarter of Koreans live with a four-legged or finned companion

The number of Koreans raising pets is nearing 15 million, nearly a quarter of the entire population.

2021-03-28

Fishy business is big business, says Korean government

Korea said Monday it will seek to expand the size of the local pet fish market by 35 percent through 2025 by developing more homegrown species while encouraging the public to adopt them.

2021-03-22

Local governments cater to their canine citizens

Regional governments in Korea are opening up pet centers taking into account the growing number of households that have pets. In addition, they are also introducing pet-related educational services to help owners better train their animals.

2021-02-08

Seoul city to test pet cats, dogs for Covid-19

The Seoul metropolitan government will test pet cats and dogs for Covid-19 if they show symptoms, an official said Monday. The new program will start the same day, several weeks after the country reported its first Covid-19 case...

2021-02-08

Washing machine for all the family

Models and a dog pose with LG Electronics’ new Tromm washer, left, and dryer that are useful for pet owners.

2021-02-03

Housebound Koreans splash out on Fido and friends

“Trust me, my dog’s food is more expensive than rice.”

2021-01-30

Actor Park Eun-seok apologizes for habitually abandoning his pets

Actor Park Eun-seok admitted and apologized on Wednesday night for habitually abandoning his pets after previously denying the allegations. "I realize my wrongdoing in not having taken responsibility of a life until the end and I do not wish to ...

2021-01-28

First case of coronavirus found in pet on home soil

Anxiety is running high among pet owners in Korea after health authorities reported the country's first case of the coronavirus in an animal — a cat — which apparently got infected by its owners.

2021-01-25

KDCA assures 'no changes' in vaccine plan after AstraZeneca warns of shortfall

Though British drug maker AstraZeneca has cut back Covid-19 vaccine deliveries across Europe, health authorities in Korea assure the country will have no issues receiving doses from the company within the first quarter of the year.

2021-01-24

New wave of discounts targets hungry homebound fitness enthusiasts

As people continue spending time at home under the extended Level 2.5 social distancing measures, retailers and food companies are offering promotions on home gym equipment, study materials and meal kits.

2021-01-06

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