Dogs seek new homes

Volunteers take part in “Black Dog Day” at Banryeomaru Yeoju, an animal welfare and adoption center operated by Gyeonggi, on Aug. 17. This was the center’s first event specifically devoted to black dogs, and 18 of the animals were present. Black dogs can be overlooked for adoption due to prejudice against their coat color, a phenomenon known as “black dog syndrome.” Banryeomaru Yeoju has helped find homes for more than 1,110 rescued animals since opening in November 2023.