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Background: Poky was discovered as a puppy, alone and neglected on the streets, her coat matted with dirt and marred by severe skin damage. Fortunately, she was rescued and found refuge in a shelter alongside other dogs until her departure from Korea. In 2018, a family in Toronto adopted her, providing a loving home where she flourished. Sadly, the arrival of a newborn with allergies meant that the family had to make the tough decision to surrender both Poky and her fur sister, Susu, who joined the family in 2020.
Together Forever: Poky and Susu are very close to each other. Poky, the more reserved of the two, complements Susu's outgoing and playful nature. Together, they form a well-balanced duo. While we hope to find a home where they can stay together, and offer a special adoption fee of $780 for both, we are also open to applicants interested in adopting them individually.
Personality and Socialization: Gentle, sweet, and quiet, Poky possesses a medium to low energy level. Initially shy around new faces, she reveals a loyal and affectionate nature once comfortable. She doesn't ask for much but will always be there when you need her—a very sweet and loving companion.
Behaviors: Poky loves sunbathing, enjoys soothing back massages, and adores belly rubs. She eagerly explores on her walks and initially may be shy with other dogs but becomes playful as she gets comfortable. She is house-trained, behaves well in cars and during baths, and walks nicely on a leash. Poky and Susu love playing and spending time together at home.
Health: Poky is in excellent health, with recent comprehensive veterinary care including dental scaling, parasite and heartworm testing, and blood work. She is spayed, and microchipped, and her vaccinations are up to date.
Ideal Home: Poky will thrive with mature individuals who have some experience with dogs. She appreciates those who understand her, rewarding them with loyalty and dedication. Ideal for someone with a quiet, relaxing lifestyle looking for a gentle furry companion, Poky is low-maintenance—she simply desires to cuddle and share a long, happy life with you. Poky’s calm demeanor and gentle presence make her an ideal candidate for a loving forever home.
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For more info about the dog or the adoption application, please follow the link below.
https://www.freekoreandogs.org/dog/poky/
Background: Poky was discovered as a puppy, alone and neglected on the streets, her coat matted with dirt and marred by severe skin damage. Fortunately, she was rescued and found refuge in a shelter alongside other dogs until her departure from Korea. In 2018, a family in Toronto adopted her, providing a loving home where she flourished. Sadly, the arrival of a newborn with allergies meant that the family had to make the tough decision to surrender both Poky and her fur sister, Susu, who joined the family in 2020.
Together Forever: Poky and Susu are very close to each other. Poky, the more reserved of the two, complements Susu's outgoing and playful nature. Together, they form a well-balanced duo. While we hope to find a home where they can stay together, and offer a special adoption fee of $780 for both, we are also open to applicants interested in adopting them individually.
Personality and Socialization: Gentle, sweet, and quiet, Poky possesses a medium to low energy level. Initially shy around new faces, she reveals a loyal and affectionate nature once comfortable. She doesn't ask for much but will always be there when you need her—a very sweet and loving companion.
Behaviors: Poky loves sunbathing, enjoys soothing back massages, and adores belly rubs. She eagerly explores on her walks and initially may be shy with other dogs but becomes playful as she gets comfortable. She is house-trained, behaves well in cars and during baths, and walks nicely on a leash. Poky and Susu love playing and spending time together at home.
Health: Poky is in excellent health, with recent comprehensive veterinary care including dental scaling, parasite and heartworm testing, and blood work. She is spayed, and microchipped, and her vaccinations are up to date.
Ideal Home: Poky will thrive with mature individuals who have some experience with dogs. She appreciates those who understand her, rewarding them with loyalty and dedication. Ideal for someone with a quiet, relaxing lifestyle looking for a gentle furry companion, Poky is low-maintenance—she simply desires to cuddle and share a long, happy life with you. Poky’s calm demeanor and gentle presence make her an ideal candidate for a loving forever home.
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For more info about the dog 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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