Nowon-gu Operates Pet Dog Care Shelter During Chuseok Holiday

This Chuseok Holiday Pet Care Shelter Operates Sept 28-30 at District Office 2nd Floor Auditorium
For Small Dogs Under 8kg with Animal Registration and Rabies Vaccination Completed, Boarding Fee 5000 Won
Sept 11-20, 6 PM, One Dog Per Household, First-Come-First-Served for 30 Dogs

Nowon-gu (Mayor Oh Seung-rok) announced that it will resume the operation of the companion dog care shelter from September 28 to September 30 during the Chuseok holiday.

The 'Nowon-gu Companion Dog Care Shelter' is a representative animal welfare service of the district, started to reduce the burden on owners planning to return home and to prevent the increase of abandoned dogs during the holiday season. It has been in operation for six years since its launch during Chuseok in 2018.

In a satisfaction survey conducted among 22 dog owners who used the 'Nowon-gu Companion Dog Care Shelter' during the last Lunar New Year holiday, all users expressed their intention to use the service again. Therefore, the shelter will be set up as before in the large auditorium on the 2nd floor of the district office.

The shelter operates divided into ▲hotel rooms and ▲playgrounds. During the care period, companion dogs rest comfortably in the hotel rooms furnished with cozy bedding such as cushions and mats, and enjoy playtime with various exercise equipment and toys in playgrounds separated by gender and size.

To ensure the safety of the dogs staying at the shelter, the work shifts are systematically organized. From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., pet sitters are assigned in two shifts with teams of three, and during nighttime, on-duty personnel at the district office monitor the dogs carefully. In case of illness or injury, dogs are promptly referred to a local 24-hour animal hospital to prevent serious accidents.

The district plans to strengthen customized care considering the characteristics of each breed for smooth companion dog care. Basic individual data about each dog, including owners’ special requests, will be distributed to pet sitters in advance, and the photo sending service, which was previously provided flexibly twice a day, will be fixed to ▲after morning feeding and ▲before bedtime.

Applications are accepted from 9 a.m. on September 11 to 6 p.m. on September 20 through the Nowon-gu Office website, and the care fee is 5,000 KRW. Vulnerable groups such as elderly living alone, disabled persons, and recipients of basic livelihood security can also apply by phone.

The shelter is available for small companion dogs under 8kg raised by district residents who meet the following conditions: ▲at least 6 months old ▲registered animals ▲completed rabies vaccination ▲no socialization issues. Dogs with contagious diseases, pregnant or in heat are not eligible. To help dogs adapt well to the unfamiliar environment, it is recommended to bring their usual food, toys, and bedding.

On September 20 at 3 p.m., a lecture titled 'Wise Companion Life with Veterinarian Seol Chae-hyun' will be held in the large auditorium on the 2nd floor of Nowon-gu Office. Those wishing to attend can enter by ▲pre-registration (250 people) or ▲on-site registration (100 people) via the district office website. On-site registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 2 p.m. on the day. However, pets are not allowed to accompany attendees.

Oh Seung-rok, Mayor of Nowon-gu, said, “During the Chuseok holiday, companion dogs will be cared for at the district office, so please visit your hometown comfortably and spend happy time with your family. We will continue to make every effort to create a companion animal-friendly city where people and animals coexist.”

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