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Animal Rights Group Challenges Removal of Feral Cat Feeding Stations in Busan Wetland

BUSAN, Jun. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – An animal protection group has filed an administrative appeal against the Cultural Heritage Administration and local authorities for ordering the removal of feral cat feeding stations on Eulsukdo Island, a crucial migratory bird habitat in Busan. The Korean Alliance for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (KAPCA) held a press conference [...]

Ex-head of Animal Rights Group Gets 2-yr Jail Term for Euthanizing 98 Rescued Dogs

SEOUL, Feb. 14 (Korea Bizwire) — A former chief of an animal rights organization was sentenced to two years behind bars Tuesday for euthanizing 98 rescued dogs under her group’s care due mainly to economic costs. The Seoul Central District Court delivered the sentence against Park So-yeon, a former leader of Care, who was indicted [...]