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Occurrence of Abandoned pets and for effective management
- Focusing on Busan Metropolitan City -

Byung Gil, Woo

Department of Public Policy at Graduate School of Economy and Trade of Pusan National University

Abstract

The culture of companion animals is becom...

Occurrence of Abandoned pets and for effective management
- Focusing on Busan Metropolitan City -

Byung Gil, Woo

Department of Public Policy at Graduate School of Economy and Trade of Pusan National University

Abstract

The culture of companion animals is becoming more main stream as income levels increase. Such evolution in the increase of pets, however, has also led to an increase in abandoned animals and conflict between pet owners and their neighbors.
Therefore, this study reviews the current status of companion animal ownership in Korea, the issues related to abandoned pets and policies to identify measures that can deter the abandonment of pets through more efficient management.
Some of the biggest reasons for abandoning pets seem to be the lack of responsibility on the part of the owner and lack of regulations or monitoring regarding pets.
The following is suggested to resolve these issues. First, a registration system for pets should be reinforced and applied more widely. The registration method, too, must be made uniform by using built-in wireless identification devices. It must also be applied not only to dogs but also to cats. Second, registration of businesses that sell pets needs to be reinforced. At present only a three hour education session is required for registration as a business in selling companion animals, but regulations need to be strengthened and the management of such businesses should only be allowed to those who have majored in related fields. Third, protective facilities for abandoned animals need to be installed and improved. Such facilities need to be converted to those run by the government in order to gain more confidence from citizens and to improve animal welfare. A more thorough operation guideline and standardization in the operation are also needed. A fundamental measure to reduce the number of abandoned animals would be to promote more responsibility in the owners and better understanding on their part for the care of their pets. Sterilization of pets must also be made obligatory in order to prevent reckless breeding. A registration system can prevent intentional abandonment of pets. Moreover, by running an adoption center for abandoned animals, the animals who are at the risk of being euthanized can be taken into new homes for a new lease on life. Education on animal welfare and protection for an improved pet culture, volunteer programs by citizens or corporations, talent donations and donations must also be promoted.

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