Eating Dogs!?

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The Finn

Actually, the Japanese do not eat dogs. Most Japanese are Buddhist and while pure vegetarianism is not widespread (pork and chicken are popular), the food is very healthy with lots of veggies - and no doggies on the menu.

The Koreans do have a tradition of eating dogs, though (and the Chinese have been known to do that, too). However, it's getting a bit shameful there now, as many foreigners shun this. It's a bit like whale eating in Japan, which is a cultural tradition frowned upon by foreigners.

But who's to say that eating one kind of animal is ok, while eating another kind is not? These tend to be culturally conditioned feelings. I do agree with you that if animals are used for human consumption, raising and slaughtering them should be done as humanely as possible.

meetha

I don't see anything wrong with eating dogs.
Dogs have been seen as "man's best friend" for a long time, that's why it feels wrong to eat dogs. If man's best friend is a cow or lamb, then it'll be okay to eat dog.
I thing all meat are the same.
Besides, I don't think Japanese people eat dogs anyway.

You people really get on my nerves!!

WHY don't you check your facts?? Why don't you just come on here and ask "DO Japanese people eat dogs?" instead of barging in and accusing people???!!!

You people that accuse innocents should be ASHAMED of yourselves!!! HOW could you be so disgusting???!!!!

Do you REALLY not know the difference between China and Japan?? The difference between rumour and fact??!!

There are two very useful phrases that YOU should remember next time you want to accuse people of things -
1. You can't believe everything you read!
2. People in glass houses shouldn't throw stones!

Do you REALLY believe that the animals YOU eat didn't suffer when they died? If so, PROVE it!

Why do you think that dogs are more deserving of sympathy than cows? Or sheep? Or pigs? Chickens? Fish? The countries where people actually EAT dogs are countries which have had a dangerously low availability of protein sources for centuries! That's why they had to eat dog! For the same reason that YOU eat chickens and cows - because they were AVAILABLE!!!!

Anyway, I've just been to your site and searched for 'dog' - strangely enough there was NO mention of Japan! The only thing relevant was an image of a dog that was butchered in North Korea, so why don't you actually paste the URL of the actual page with the lies on, so we can all see it?!

Oh, and before you start with more groundless accusations, Japanese people do NOT eat babies! So just calm yourself down, and go to a restaurant where you can select the lobster of your choice, and they'll boil it alive for you!

Julia Encarnacion

I lived in Japan for six years, and as far as I know, nobody in Japan eats dog meat.

I have heard that dog meat is eaten by some people in Korea and China -- but only in rural areas.

2good4u

Are you a vegetarian?
Do you think its gross to eat chickens, cows, pigs, etc...?
All cultures are different and you should respect that.

Sticky

It's easy. Often I am actually more disgusting than that. You should see our rat farms!

eatmyworld

LOL.
Hmm I guess you got your butt handed to you.

But just incase you've forgotten the above 10+ messages to you let me just reiterate.

Ahem.........THE JAPANESE DO NOT EAT DOGS!!!
Nor babies for that matter in case you were wondering.

Yes Japanese eat beef, pork, chicken, fish, lamb as I'm sure you do too. Whales are a delicacy, and we eat tuna like crazy.
And as someone else mentioned, horses are also considered a delicacy. But not dogs.

But even IF we did, do I care what you think?
It's the same as someone screaming at me to not eat that lovable, cute, red and white bird specimen just as I'm about to pop a chicken tender in my mouth.
Sounds kinda comical doesn't it?

I'd probably laugh at you and eat the tender anyway. I'd even tell you if it was good, or too salty, or too tender, or not crisp enough. It won't bother me that you're in my face ranting and raving about it. So why even bother?

Ananke402

Unless you are a vegan, your statement is slightly hypocritical. Some people think cows and chickens are just as cute as dogs.

Carl_the_Truth

Don't believe everything you see on the internet ! BTW, the Japanese do NOT eat dogs, nor do they have "dog farms " ! That's CRAZY !

*â€¢.â™¡Cynâ™¡.â€¢*

â™¡Well, everyone has pretty much answered your question already! â˜†JAPANESE DO NOT EAT DOGS.â˜† Some cultures do, but everyone has to eat, right? What makes what YOU eat any different than anyone else?! If you eat any kind of meat, it all comes from animals. Do you think they want you to eat them? No, but you just do, don't you? THINK ABOUT IT please. ï½žDo you honestly believe everything you see on websites? Perhaps next time you might want to ASK instead of just accusing without any proof if you have doubt about something you've seen on a website. Better yet, why don't you COME TO JAPAN and see for yourself? I've been here almost 9 years and I know some people who don't even eat meat, of any kind! You shouldn't really confuse Japan with Korea either, there is a huge difference you know.ï½žDogs are actually pretty expensive here in Japan and they are usually much loved and cared for by the people who own them.â™¡

Adam

Get your facts correct please.

No one in Japan eats dogs.

penguins.are.koo

ppl do eat dogs, but not the cute ones and i think the law doesnt allow that anymore

kara_nari

To the asker:
Are you actually taking note of what everyone is saying to you? Or are you going to just paste this question into any section that you 'think' might get some attention.

I answered this question in more detail in the Korea section... I wont bother to repeat everything that I said in there, if anyone is interested, they can view it there.

Everyone is getting all excited about this subject and pushing and shoving blame all over the show.
Ok, so the whole world recognises that Korea eats dog.
I want to say this: That does not mean that Koreans do not have hearts, it does not mean they are disgusting. Nor does it mean that they sit down and eat it at every meal.
Dog is actually an expensive dish to order in a restaurant.
It's not common, and its not for the poor.
I know more Koreans opposed to eating dog, than I do who actually enjoy it, so please before everyone gets all defensive about Japan, take just a second to question whether you REALLY think ALL Koreans eat dog. The answer is no.

More about what I really felt about the actual question on the other section... this answer is more to the other replies.

maybe you are mistaken,... no..they don't eat dog..because dogs are their bestfriends..
this is misconception...
there was another question like this and we found out that the website was not taken in JAPAN..
or maybe.... HOT DOGS?
good day!
I adopted a dog, he is still in good shape.. look at this site.. they are always happy dogs.. smiling,

etw25nna

dumb a s s they don't eat dogs in japan.

televisionmademewhatiam

Japanese do not eat dogs. Never. They would not even think of it.

Koreans eat dog, but it is not widespread.

You seem closed minded and hypocritical.

Joriental

Don't mix both countries. Only Korea have that custom. Go and ask in the Korea category.
Probably they don't want to answer that though.

Surfwax

true dat, they don't eat dogs in japan. but did you know that horse is a delicacy in japan? yes, quite expensive to eat.

benny

agreed. how could you eat a cute little puppy?

~âˆ‚Ð‡Î²~

In India they respect cows and we eat them... same thing. Each culture has its pets and what is considered food. Its no big deal you don't have to cry.

And don't be stupid enough to think they would revert to cannabalism. Thats so ignorant!

Black Dog

Most Japanese love dogs. Some dress their dog. Some build a tomb for it. But personally, I think it's extravagant behavior.

I seldom eat meat though I can eat dogs, cats, monkeys, snakes, lizards, insects, etc. I've heard red dogs are delicious.

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