67 Dogs Rescued from Grim Fate at Dog Meat Farm — with Help from “Wheel of Time” Star Daniel Henney

67 Dogs Rescued from Dog Meat Farm with Assistance from Daniel Henney

In a heartwarming rescue operation, a total of 67 dogs were saved from a dog meat farm with the help of actor Daniel Henney. The daring rescue took place at a dog meat farm in Cheongju, South Korea, which was shut down after violating the Animal Protection Act. The farm had been operating for over 40 years, breeding dogs for meat consumption in the owner’s restaurant until it was closed down due to cruelty violations.

Humane World for Animals played a crucial role in the rescue mission, working tirelessly to relocate the dogs from the farm to the United States. The closure of the facility came at a significant time, following the passing of South Korea’s dog meat ban, which is set to be enforced in 2027. The farm owner transitioned to chili farming as authorities cracked down on the inhumane treatment of the animals.

Daniel Henney, a passionate advocate for animal welfare and a long-time supporter of Humane World for Animals, was on the ground during the rescue operation. The rescue team, including Henney, assisted in moving the dogs from their cages into travel crates for their journey to safety in the US. The dogs, mainly Jindo-mixes, included newborn puppies and pregnant mothers in need of urgent care and a second chance at life.

The emotional scenes at the rescue site captured Henney’s empathy and dedication as he interacted with the rescued dogs, ensuring their well-being and safe transfer. The dogs, who had suffered immensely on the farm, were visibly relieved to receive love and care from the volunteers. Henney expressed his anguish at witnessing the dogs’ suffering, emphasising the importance of ending the dog meat trade.

Accompanied by other volunteers, Henney oversaw the safe transportation of 50 of the rescued pups to Incheon International Airport, where they would begin their journey to a new life in the US. The remaining 17 dogs, including some with deformities from malnutrition, will join their companions once they are fit for travel. The rehabilitation process for the dogs, including veterinary care and adoption plans, is underway at Humane World for Animals’ center in Maryland.

Henney, a devoted dog lover and owner of a dog meat trade survivor himself, expressed his pride in supporting Humane World for Animals’ mission to eradicate the dog meat industry. He highlighted the significance of South Korea’s move towards valuing dogs as companions, not commodities for consumption. The rescued dogs symbolise a hopeful future where kindness triumphs over cruelty, and each dog finds a loving forever home in the US.

The successful rescue operation marks a turning point in the fight against the dog meat trade in South Korea. With the impending ban on dog meat production, campaigners and volunteers like those at Humane World for Animals are optimistic about providing a brighter future for animals previously destined for a grim fate. The rescued dogs now have the promise of a life filled with care, compassion, and a newfound freedom from the horrors of the dog meat industry.