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After Innovative ‘Idol’ Campaign, All 18 Rescue Dogs From Jeju Find Permanent Homes

After Innovative ‘Idol’ Campaign, All 18 Rescue Dogs From Jeju Find Permanent Homes

JEJU, Mar. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – In an uplifting tale that has captured hearts across the nation, 18 mixed-breed dogs who once roamed the streets of Jeju Island have successfully “debuted” into loving families over the past two and a half years, courtesy of an ingenious adoption campaign. The project, spearheaded by a group called “Tangerine [...]

Taean County Unveils Self-Service Dog Wash Facility, Boosting Pet-Friendly Tourism and Senior Employment

Taean County Unveils Self-Service Dog Wash Facility, Boosting Pet-Friendly Tourism and Senior Employment

TAEAN, Mar. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – In Taean County, celebrated last year as a ‘Pet-Friendly Tourism City’, a new self-service dog wash facility has opened its doors, adding to the region’s pet-friendly amenities. The inauguration of ‘Happy Paws’ (translated), a specialized self-service dog wash store, took place on March 14 with notable attendees including Taean [...]

City of Ulsan Launches Birdwatching Bus Tours to Celebrate World Sparrow Day

City of Ulsan Launches Birdwatching Bus Tours to Celebrate World Sparrow Day

ULSAN March 16 (Korea Bizwire) – From March 20 to 24, the city of Ulsan, in collaboration with the Taehwa River Ecotourism Council, is set to introduce a unique sparrow-watching bus tour, marking an inventive initiative to commemorate World Sparrow Day and reacquaint city dwellers with these ubiquitous birds. Designed to shed light on the [...]

South Korea’s Endangered Gorals Struggle for Survival During Harsh Winter

South Korea’s Endangered Gorals Struggle for Survival During Harsh Winter

YANGGU, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – For many, heavy snowfall paints a picture of tranquil landscapes, creating a winter wonderland that captures the season’s romantic essence. However, this idyllic scene belies the tough reality faced by wildlife, as they struggle to endure the harsh conditions. This is particularly true for the endangered Korean goral in Gangwon Province’s [...]

Fu Bao’s Farewell: South Korea Bids Adieu to Beloved Panda as Legacy of Late Grandmother Xin Nier Sparks Debate in China

Fu Bao’s Farewell: South Korea Bids Adieu to Beloved Panda as Legacy of Late Grandmother Xin Nier Sparks Debate in China

SEOUL, Mar. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – Fu Bao, the first giant panda born in South Korea, is set to return to China on April 3, drawing significant attention not only to her journey but also to the story of her late grandmother, Xin Nier. Xin Nier, who passed away in 2016 due to intestinal obstruction at [...]

Surge in Pet Insurance Contracts Reflects Growing Number of Pet-Owning Households in South Korea

Surge in Pet Insurance Contracts Reflects Growing Number of Pet-Owning Households in South Korea

SEOUL, Mar. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – The trend of pet ownership in South Korea has surged to new heights, with a quarter of all households now boasting furry friends. This boom in pet adoption has had a remarkable ripple effect on the pet insurance industry, witnessing a substantial 50% increase in policies over the past year.  [...]

Wildlife in Peril: Concrete Canals Become Death Traps Despite New Safety Laws

Wildlife in Peril: Concrete Canals Become Death Traps Despite New Safety Laws

DANGJIN, Mar. 4 (Korea Bizwire) – Large agricultural waterways are turning into lethal traps for wildlife such as water deer and raccoons, despite laws enacted last year mandating the creation of escape routes. In a recent field report from Dangjin, South Chungcheong Province, the harrowing sight of a water deer trapped in a concrete canal over [...]

Everland’s Panda Pavilion Swamped as Fans Bid Farewell to Fu Bao Ahead of China Return

Everland’s Panda Pavilion Swamped as Fans Bid Farewell to Fu Bao Ahead of China Return

YONGIN, Mar. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – In an unprecedented surge of visitors, Everland, a popular theme park in Yongin, South Korea, is witnessing massive crowds this weekend, all eager for a final glimpse of Fu Bao, the beloved giant panda, before its scheduled return to China in early April. Starting from the March 1 holiday’s eve, [...]