tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post7070994255570295235..comments2024-03-12T01:46:10.572+09:00Comments on Ask the Expat: Reactions to Big Dogs in South KoreaThe Expathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10795876773477053551noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-89715115306585608242021-06-29T05:20:53.216+09:002021-06-29T05:20:53.216+09:00I was diagnosed as HEPATITIS B carrier in 2013 wit...I was diagnosed as HEPATITIS B carrier in 2013 with fibrosis of the<br />liver already present. I started on antiviral medications which<br />reduced the viral load initially. After a couple of years the virus<br />became resistant. I started on HEPATITIS B Herbal treatment from<br />ULTIMATE LIFE CLINIC (www.ultimatelifeclinic.com) in March, 2020. Their<br />treatment totally reversed the virus. I did another blood test after<br />the 6 months long treatment and tested negative to the virus. Amazing<br />treatment! This treatment is a breakthrough for all HBV carriers.MATINAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03056834682621326306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-79206400555579943572016-06-18T01:57:57.070+09:002016-06-18T01:57:57.070+09:00My husband and I are moving to Seoul at the beginn...My husband and I are moving to Seoul at the beginning of July and are bringing our 87lb German Shepherd and our 18 lb Jack Russell with us. We are military and have the option of living on base, but would prefer off to get a better integration into Seoul. I noticed people mention Nowon-gu as a good place to live. Do you have any other areas that you would suggest? I know this will all be dependent on landlords, but if we can narrow our search a bit, that would be very helpful. Thank you for this great post! Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07389324831927472533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-89128925247922118752014-03-07T11:43:54.263+09:002014-03-07T11:43:54.263+09:00what are your recommendations on finding an apartm...what are your recommendations on finding an apartment that will allow a big dog? (50lb labrador retreiver) i am planning on moving end of august and any suggestions will be a big help!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-49167691043123720132011-12-31T03:24:23.623+09:002011-12-31T03:24:23.623+09:00An English Mastiff would be considered a really, r...An English Mastiff would be considered a really, really big dog. Above 25-30lbs gets people on the street nervous. Furthermore, you need to consider several things before hauling a dog of that size over here. <br /><br />First of all, make sure your apartment owner or landlord is okay with a dog that big. Most won't be. <br /><br />Secondly, you've gotta consider the cost of flying a large dog over. I don't know the size of your dog, but a 30lbs goes for about $800 bucks. <br /><br />Lastly, the real struggle is going to be for the dog. Korea is jam-packed with people, cars and, most of all, small apartments. Will your dog be comfortable in such a place?<br /><br />As for the other question about subways, YES, they can be in an enclosed carrier. NO, a muzzled dog won't work. You'll get the police called.The Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10795876773477053551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-24006300627168998172011-12-31T02:54:34.444+09:002011-12-31T02:54:34.444+09:00Some of the comments have claimed seeing "big...Some of the comments have claimed seeing "big dogs" in Korea. What would you classify a big dog as? We are moving to Korea soon, to Dongducheon in the North, and have a 1 year old english mastiff. What are your thoughts on this particular big dog?Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06210667369540215901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-72159648517134550452011-06-26T15:06:57.154+09:002011-06-26T15:06:57.154+09:00Are big dogs (a german shepherd)allowed on subways...Are big dogs (a german shepherd)allowed on subways? Is it okay as long as one puts them in a large carrier or puts a muzzle on them?Anonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01674357978828919206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-17748476965883596642009-06-19T16:34:20.153+09:002009-06-19T16:34:20.153+09:00At first I thought the title was "Reaction to...At first I thought the title was "Reaction to Big Dongs in South Korea".<br /><br />I think that research would have been cooler.Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11249329919688653405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-36191555971296048002009-06-18T08:44:51.562+09:002009-06-18T08:44:51.562+09:00I live in Bucheon and I have seen a good number of...I live in Bucheon and I have seen a good number of large dogs, Maybe an area around Seoul would be better if bringing a large dog.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-87224877110216053012009-06-18T06:48:13.522+09:002009-06-18T06:48:13.522+09:00I left this comment on the other dog post:
So I t...I left this comment on the other dog post:<br /><br />So I told my parents I was going to get a 똥개 (dong-gae) when I move to Korea and they started laughing and asked if I like dog meat.<br /><br />Apparently, the term "똥개 (dong-gae)" came from the fact that starving stray dogs ate human shit. Little kids would shit on the streets and that's all the dogs could find to eat.<br /><br />Back in the days of the Korean War and thereafter there were a lot of stray dogs all over the place. Food was scarce for Koreans, so they were forced to eat these dogs. Typically, the larger breeds since they provided more meat.<br /><br />똥개's can still be found raised and sold as food (like any US livestock) in the more rural areas and is considered the best type of meat. I hear it's very pricey.<br /><br />So when a native stops, points, stares, comments about your 똥개, I don't think it's because of the fact that it's a mutt, but probably because you're walking around food.<br /><br />Imagine someone in the US walking in public with a leash around a chicken, or cow, or pig (ie George Clooney). I would stop and stare, too.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07305236720770640815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-52214271149677677332009-06-18T00:19:04.643+09:002009-06-18T00:19:04.643+09:00Good post, and good advice by The Expat.
A number...Good post, and good advice by The Expat.<br /><br />A number of my friends in Seoul have large dogs, and they manage fine with minimal hassle from strangers on the street.(Might I suggest Nowon-gu as a particularly nice place in Seoul for larger dogs?)<br /><br />The part about Internet forums is particularly true. By reading a bit, it's easy to believe that Koreans have a strong hatred of cats too. I travelled with my kitten several times on the subway, and recieved nothing more than curious glances and a few offers to pet him.<br /><br />Hopefully, you and your dog enjoy your time in Korea.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13287150942324098400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-72185466064458359712009-06-17T22:56:35.290+09:002009-06-17T22:56:35.290+09:00Great point about the tap water on the urine thing...Great point about the tap water on the urine thing. Winning points for big dogs should be our goal. The more they are exposed to them, the better off we'll all be.The Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10795876773477053551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8417613683563024050.post-45628627238704785342009-06-17T22:51:29.422+09:002009-06-17T22:51:29.422+09:00Just wanted to echo 'expat's advice. Defin...Just wanted to echo 'expat's advice. Definately bring your dog. I have a 25lb american cocker spaniel. Most everywhere else he would be considered small. Here, he's considered HUGE. Your dog will be considered a freak of nature. However, you won't get huge reactions. Koreans will most probably stare in awe. A couple of pointers:<br /><br />1. always clean up after your dog when in public - this seems obvious. Although it might seem a bit extreme, I take cleanliness one step further and carry with me a supply of tap water to dilute his urine in more pedestrian places. This is probably a little over the top, but it usually gets me big bonus points in the public sentiment category.<br />2. Don't get too annoyed with 20-30 year old girly-girl types who yelp (sometimes screech) at the sight of your baby. It's going to happen a lot, so get used to it.<br />3. Don't let your dog off the leash in public. You'll see plenty of little scrawny mutts off their leashes in public, and you might be tempted to think it's okay - especially because your baby is so docile. But Koreans are really nervous around what they consider to be big dogs.<br />4. Show your baby off. Koreans need to be exposed to larger breeds. If a little kid wants to pet your baby, let him (but stay close at hand to show you are being careful with the kid).<br />5. There are lots of parks and places to go with your baby in Korea. Find a place to live that's near a park - or better yet, close to the han river, which has parks all along its banks. <br /><br />I wish you luck with your dog in Korea.<br />~ScottScott Stouthttp://www.brandconfucian.comnoreply@blogger.com