A 'Knife' Placed Around a Dog's Neck... "Animal Abuse, Try Hanging an Axe Around a Person's Neck" vs "Loves Dogs, It's Strength Training"

Animal Protection Groups Demand Strict Punishment for Abuse in Blue House Petition

Dog Owner Appeals 1 Million Won Fine, Requests Formal Trial

A black dog with a sledgehammer hanging around its neck. [Image source=Care, captured from online community]

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-woo] An owner who hung a 2kg metal hammer around a dog's neck has been brought to trial.

An animal protection organization is calling for severe punishment of the owner, and the black dog that wagged its tail wearing a 'knife'-like torture device once placed on criminals is currently missing.

The organization and the dog's owner are at odds with differing views.

According to the animal rights group CARE on the 26th, a sentencing hearing was held on the 23rd at the Daegu District Court Seobu Branch for Mr. A, who was indicted on charges of violating the Animal Protection Act.

Mr. A is accused of hanging a metal hammer weighing about 2kg around the neck of a 3 to 4-month-old puppy.

Mr. A, who was fined 1 million won and summarily prosecuted, appealed and requested a formal trial, with the sentencing hearing expected to be held in September.

CARE stated through SNS and other channels, "If a hammer weighing about 2kg was hung around the neck of a dog weighing 7 to 8kg, it is equivalent to hanging a weight of over 9kg around the neck of a 70kg adult male," adding, "No person can wear a necklace weighing over 9kg or carry a heavy axe around their neck for strength training."

They also expressed anger, saying, "How is this different from hanging dumbbells around a young child's neck to build strength?"

Mr. A's side reportedly stated in court, "I am a person who really likes dogs. I hung a weighted metal hammer to exercise the dog."

They argue, "The leash was lengthened so the dog could exercise freely, and the intention was to strengthen its muscles, not to abuse it."

The dog is currently reported missing. During the trial, Mr. A's side claimed, "Since the dog is very friendly to people, someone must have secretly stolen it."

CARE plans to submit a petition to the court demanding severe punishment for the 'abuser.'

This issue has also been posted on the Blue House National Petition Board.

The petitioner wrote a post requesting punishment for the abuser who hung the hammer around the dog's neck, and as of noon on the 26th, the petition has gained over 15,000 supporters and is ongoing.

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