Gyeonggi-do Animal Protection Group Transfers 1,410 Rescued Dogs to Pet Complex
In a noble effort to safeguard the well-being of animals, an animal protection group in Gyeonggi-do took action on the 1st by relocating 1,410 dogs rescued from a dog breeding farm in Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si. The dogs were transferred to the esteemed pet complex cultural space ‘Gyeonggi Pet Maru.’ To ensure their safety, comprehensive protective measures were implemented.
However, this decision by Gyeonggi-do to employ provincial government workers to oversee and control the rescued puppies has stirred up controversy. According to Gyeonggi-do officials on the 5th, a tip from an animal protection group led to the rescue of 1,400 vulnerable puppies from a private dog breeding farm in Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si. Out of this number, 580 were relocated to the ‘Companion Maru,’ a pet complex cultural space situated in Yeoju-si, with immediate protective measures put in place.
However, due to a shortage of manpower to manage the vast number of puppies effectively, Gyeonggi-do made the decision to hire a total of 70 staff members. These workers were scheduled to be deployed in the field from the 4th to the 10th of the month, with a team of 10 staff members rotating every day.
As news of this plan emerged, complaints flooded the Gyeonggi-do government official’s internal bulletin board. One provincial government official expressed their discontent, stating, “During the 7th civil election, Governor Lee Jae-myeong requested us to buy sushi, and in the 8th civil election, they asked us to clean up dog poop. It seems like an excessive burden,” he added.
Responding to the mounting protests, the Gyeonggi Provincial Civil Servants Union released a statement on the same day, questioning the rationale behind Governor Lee Jae-myeong’s decision. The statement read, “Does the governor of Gyeonggi Province believe that cleaning and feeding stray dogs should be urgently prioritized over the duties of public officials? What kind of disaster and emergency work is this?” The union also highlighted the need for prior consultation when promoting work that could impact the working conditions of union members as per the collective agreement signed between the union and the province. They further emphasized that work instructions through social media are strictly prohibited, except under special circumstances and in compliance with the regulated working hours.
In response to these concerns, Gyeonggi-do decided to accept applications from interested workers and volunteers to assist in the field. The aim is to address the persistent protests and ensure appropriate care for the puppies. A Gyeonggi-do official explained, “Currently, we are providing protection to approximately 580 puppies on the pet floor. However, due to the unsatisfactory conditions at their previous breeding grounds, around 110 puppies are suffering from various diseases, necessitating careful management.” The official also noted plans for the adoption process, highlighting the importance of additional manpower to carry out health checks, vaccinations, neuter surgeries, and hygiene management before adoption can take place.
It is evident that this compassionate initiative by Gyeonggi-do has sparked discourse and calls for a reconsideration of the province’s approach to safeguarding the rescued dogs. The protection and well-being of these animals remain at the forefront of the ongoing discussions.
On the 1st, an animal protection group in Gyeonggi-do transferred 1,410 dogs rescued from a dog breeding farm in Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si to the Gyeonggi-do pet complex cultural space, ‘Gyeonggi Pet Maru,’ and took protective measures. /gyeonggi-do
Controversy brews when Gyeonggi-do decides to hire provincial government workers to protect and control puppies rescued from dog breeding farms.
According to Gyeonggi-do on the 5th, Gyeonggi-do received a tip from an animal protection group on the 1st and rescued 1,400 puppies that were vulnerable to abuse at a private dog breeding farm in Paltan-myeon, Hwaseong-si . Gyeonggi-do moved 580 of them to the ‘Companion Maru’, a pet complex cultural space created in Yeoju-si, and took emergency protection measures.
However, when there was no manpower to manage hundreds of puppies, Gyeonggi-do decided to hire a total of 70 staff, 10 every day from the 4th to the 10th, and put them in the field.
As soon as this plan became known, complaints were posted on the Gyeonggi-do government official’s internal bulletin board that day. A provincial government official said, “During the 7th civil election, Governor Lee Jae-myeong, they told me to buy sushi, and in the 8th civil election, they asked me to clean up dog poop. It seems too much,” he said.
The Gyeonggi Provincial Civil Servants Union issued a statement on the same day and said, “Does the governor of Gyeonggi Province think that cleaning and feeding stray dogs is something that public officials should do urgently, setting aside their duties? What kind of disaster and emergency work is that?” He added, “When promoting work that may affect the working conditions of union members in accordance with the collective agreement signed by the union and the province, we consult with the union in advance, and work instructions through social media are prohibited , except compliance. with working hours and special circumstances.” He said, “Even if the governor is ignorant of the promise of the collective agreement, should he employ the workers as servants?”
As the protests continued, Gyeonggi-do decided to accept applications from hopeful workers and put them in the field. At the same time, he began recruiting volunteers from among the residents.
An official from Gyeonggi-do said, “Currently, about 580 puppies are protected at the pet floor, but due to the poor environment of the current breeding grounds, about 110 puppies are suffering from diseases, so they need to be managed carefully.” intend to proceed with the adoption process, but before adoption, we will need as many hands as we need health checks, vaccinations, neuter surgery, and hygiene management.”
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