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** Note: Currently, Mars is at a foster home in Markham ON.
Background: Mars was born to a courageous mother who was rescued from the dog meat trade just before giving birth. Following her rescue, she gave birth to four puppies, with Mars being one of them. Mars lived with his siblings and other dogs at our partner’s boarding house until leaving Korea.
Living Environment: Mars currently lives with his foster family in Markham, ON. He resides with 2 adults who work from home and a resident dog who is a FKD alumnus. Mars loves doing zoomies in the backyard, lying outside in the sun, and running around playing with his canine foster brother.
Personality: Initially, Mars may feel a bit anxious in a new environment, but once he adjusts, he reveals his easy-going and playful nature. He has also met children and is very sweet with them after proper introductions. Mars is a sociable, friendly boy who loves to soak up all the attention from his humans such as petting, scratching, and cuddling. He has medium energy levels paired with a sweet, cheerful, and goofy personality.
Behaviors: Mars loves going for walks, spending time outdoors, and playing in the backyard. He may pull when he spots squirrels but walks well on a leash otherwise. He is fine with car rides and baths and is housetrained. He is also quiet indoors. He will chase small animals like squirrels and cats.
Moving to a new foster has caused some separation anxiety behaviors in the beginning. But this subsided with time and comfort. Mars loves to chew toys and can entertain himself for 15-20 minutes at a time. He is also extremely food-driven and enjoys interactive food toys like his Kong. Mars is not at all picky with his food or treats.
Socialization: Given some time, Mars will reveal his true friendly nature and become your shadow. Mars thrives on human companionship, enjoys cuddles, and seeks affection with his wagging tail and eager eyes. His warm and genuine personality reflects his resilient spirit and trust in people. Mars loves being close to his humans, often shadowing them around, and he is a big sweetheart.
Health: Blessed with good health and no known food allergies, Mars is neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. Monthly preventative measures safeguard him against internal and external parasites.
Ideal Home: Mars thrives in a home where someone is present most of the time, especially during the initial transition period. An ideal adopter for Mars would be someone who works from home or is retired and has experience with large dogs. Given Mars’ youth and new surroundings, a patient individual with the time, energy, and dedication will be great. Mars enjoys playing with other dogs, so having another playful canine companion at home would be a bonus. A house in a quiet neighborhood with a fenced backyard would be ideal. Mars is a gentle and lovable boy who will make a wonderful furry companion.
*Note: he is a Dosa and Labrador mix.
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For more info about Mars or the adoption application, please follow the link below.
https://www.freekoreandogs.org/dog/hwasung/
** Note: Currently, Mars is at a foster home in Markham ON.
Background: Mars was born to a courageous mother who was rescued from the dog meat trade just before giving birth. Following her rescue, she gave birth to four puppies, with Mars being one of them. Mars lived with his siblings and other dogs at our partner’s boarding house until leaving Korea.
Living Environment: Mars currently lives with his foster family in Markham, ON. He resides with 2 adults who work from home and a resident dog who is a FKD alumnus. Mars loves doing zoomies in the backyard, lying outside in the sun, and running around playing with his canine foster brother.
Personality: Initially, Mars may feel a bit anxious in a new environment, but once he adjusts, he reveals his easy-going and playful nature. He has also met children and is very sweet with them after proper introductions. Mars is a sociable, friendly boy who loves to soak up all the attention from his humans such as petting, scratching, and cuddling. He has medium energy levels paired with a sweet, cheerful, and goofy personality.
Behaviors: Mars loves going for walks, spending time outdoors, and playing in the backyard. He may pull when he spots squirrels but walks well on a leash otherwise. He is fine with car rides and baths and is housetrained. He is also quiet indoors. He will chase small animals like squirrels and cats.
Moving to a new foster has caused some separation anxiety behaviors in the beginning. But this subsided with time and comfort. Mars loves to chew toys and can entertain himself for 15-20 minutes at a time. He is also extremely food-driven and enjoys interactive food toys like his Kong. Mars is not at all picky with his food or treats.
Socialization: Given some time, Mars will reveal his true friendly nature and become your shadow. Mars thrives on human companionship, enjoys cuddles, and seeks affection with his wagging tail and eager eyes. His warm and genuine personality reflects his resilient spirit and trust in people. Mars loves being close to his humans, often shadowing them around, and he is a big sweetheart.
Health: Blessed with good health and no known food allergies, Mars is neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. Monthly preventative measures safeguard him against internal and external parasites.
Ideal Home: Mars thrives in a home where someone is present most of the time, especially during the initial transition period. An ideal adopter for Mars would be someone who works from home or is retired and has experience with large dogs. Given Mars’ youth and new surroundings, a patient individual with the time, energy, and dedication will be great. Mars enjoys playing with other dogs, so having another playful canine companion at home would be a bonus. A house in a quiet neighborhood with a fenced backyard would be ideal. Mars is a gentle and lovable boy who will make a wonderful furry companion.
*Note: he is a Dosa and Labrador mix.
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For more info about Mars or the adoption application, please follow the link below.
Free Korean Dogs (FKD) is a registered charity in Canada (BN:80580 0166RR0001).
Founded in Toronto, Canada on July 1st, 2015, our organizations rescue dogs from Korea’s dog meat trade and other at-risk circumstances and find their forever loving homes in Canada and the US.
Millions of dogs are slaughtered for meat consumption in Korea every year. Most of them are kept in tiny, overcrowded cages in dog meat farms and provided no water or shelter from the elements, and given only scraps of waste to eat. It is also common practice for dogs to be brutally tortured prior to slaughter as it is believed to enhance flavor and nutritional healing properties, despite an overwhelming lack evidence to support these claims.
Korea is the only country in the world that commercially farms dogs for food. Lack of legislation regulating the Korean dog meat trade result in the lack of standards for safety or humane treatment. Simply speaking, dogs can be obtained by any means, whether stray or farmed, and treated in unfathomable inhumane manners without consequence. The dog meat trade in Korea is a legislative gray area and political landmine that nobody in power wants to address.
Our international rescue and adoption program saves over hundreds of dogs each year from the Korean dog meat trade and finds their homes in Canada. Since 2015, we have shut down two dog meat farm operations, rescued over two hundreds dogs from the dog meat trade, and found forever homes for over seven hundreds dogs rescued from euthanasia or the risk of being forced into the meat trade.
We also promote public awareness to create a cultural shift from cruelty to compassion for dogs in Korea through campaigns, protests, and events. Through rescue, rehabilitation, and education, we hope one day all dogs and animals can lead peaceful and happy lives.
Free Korean Dogs (FKD) is a registered charity in Canada (BN:80580 0166RR0001).
Founded in Toronto, Canada on July 1st, 2015, our organizations rescue dogs from Korea’s dog meat trade and other at-risk circumstances and find their forever loving homes in Canada and the US.
Millions of dogs are slaughtered for meat consumption in Korea every year. Most of them are kept in tiny, overcrowded cages in dog meat farms and provided no water or shelter from the elements, and given only scraps of waste to eat. It is also common practice for dogs to be brutally tortured prior to slaughter as it is believed to enhance flavor and nutritional healing properties, despite an overwhelming lack evidence to support these claims.
Korea is the only country in the world that commercially farms dogs for food. Lack of legislation regulating the Korean dog meat trade result in the lack of standards for safety or humane treatment. Simply speaking, dogs can be obtained by any means, whether stray or farmed, and treated in unfathomable inhumane manners without consequence. The dog meat trade in Korea is a legislative gray area and political landmine that nobody in power wants to address.
Our international rescue and adoption program saves over hundreds of dogs each year from the Korean dog meat trade and finds their homes in Canada. Since 2015, we have shut down two dog meat farm operations, rescued over two hundreds dogs from the dog meat trade, and found forever homes for over seven hundreds dogs rescued from euthanasia or the risk of being forced into the meat trade.
We also promote public awareness to create a cultural shift from cruelty to compassion for dogs in Korea through campaigns, protests, and events. Through rescue, rehabilitation, and education, we hope one day all dogs and animals can lead peaceful and happy lives.
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