YONGIN/SEOUL, Apr. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – In an event that has captured the hearts of people nationwide, Fu Bao, the panda cherished as the “forever baby,” is set to depart for China on April 3, marking the end of an era that saw her receive widespread love and attention. As the day of her journey [...]
UIJONGBU, Apr. 2 (Korea Bizwire) – Starting April 27, residents of Gyeonggi Province in South Korea will be required to obtain a permit from the provincial governor to keep certain dog breeds designated as potentially dangerous, according to an announcement made on April 1 by local authorities. The new permit system for “dangerous dogs” stems from [...]
GOYANG, Mar. 29 (Korea Bizwire) – Despite various initiatives to promote pet adoption, the animal protection center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, is facing challenges due to a prevailing aversion towards mixed-breed dogs, resulting in a declining adoption rate. According to the center, the number of adopted stray animals has decreased from 487 in 2020 to 496 [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – With preparations underway for Everland’s giant panda Fu Bao to be sent back to China next month, there are worries circulating online that the bear is being kept in inadequate conditions before its quarantine and repatriation. Citizens have pointed out that Fu Bao has remained confined to its indoor enclosure [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – An ostrich that caused a commotion by running loose on a road in Seongnam, South Korea, had lost its partner about a month earlier, officials said on March 27. According to the Gyeonggi Province Fire and Disaster Headquarters, multiple reports came in around 9:30 a.m. on March 26 that an [...]
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, 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 13 (Korea Bizwire) – Seoul’s effort to neuter stray cats has paid off, cutting the city’s stray cat numbers in half over the past eight years. City officials are optimistic that they will be able to halve the number of stray cats again in the near future. A recent survey conducted by the city [...]