e distinct differences between human and animal in Korea. Many Koreans even don’t like living with any animal under the same roof of the house and get them their own home outside. As well, the family relationship has been very strong in Korea, so they don’t treat dogs as pets in the western way. That’s why Koreans do not have much affection for dogs, which is usually given to eat leftovers and manure traditionally.There is also misconception to be fixed up about this dog-eating among Koreans. According to some scientific research, dog meat contains enzymes to help our digestion, and this is why eating the meat is good for our health. And from the long time ago, dog meat was used with herbs as medicine. So dog meat was recognized as a special energy-giving food. But there is nothing with sexual vigor as people believe. At this time, Korea is not a small land of the Morning Calm any more. It has become a dynamic and modern country that is taking its important place in the world. More and more the international press and people are giving attentions to it. Telling them about us correctly is stressed right now to lead them to the better understanding of us. After all, the good image of Korea will be the very benefit of us. So, even though it is a small thing, getting to know better about this food habit is actually very important for us. ...
