Hongcheon FCI International Dog Show & Hongcheon County Companion Animal Culture Festival to Be Held on the 20th

Expanded Opportunities for Residents and Students
A Wide Array of Free Hands-On Programs
At Hongcheon-eup Sports Park, September 20-21

Hongcheon County in Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province announced on September 1 that the '2025 Hongcheon FCI International Dog Show & Hongcheon County Companion Animal Culture Festival' will be held at the Hongcheon-eup Sports Park for two days from the 20th to the 21st.

'2025 Hongcheon FCI International Dog Show & Hongcheon County Companion Animal Culture Festival' poster. Provided by Hongcheon County

This event, now in its second year following last year's inaugural edition, is organized by the Korea Kennel Federation (President Song Hakyeong) and sponsored by Hongcheon County. A wide variety of domestic dog breeds will participate, showcasing world-class competitions and judging.

This year, in particular, the festival has significantly expanded its range of free hands-on programs to increase participation opportunities for Hongcheon residents and local elementary school students compared to last year. Activities include agility experiences and dog fitness with companion animals, first aid education, craft-making for children, and a junior dog trainer program, making it a festival that families and visitors of all ages can enjoy together.

In addition, the event aims to promote a proper companion animal culture and raise awareness of respect for life through initiatives such as lost and abandoned animal adoption and animal registration campaigns.

An official from Hongcheon County stated, "We have prepared a cultural festival that everyone in the county can enjoy, alongside a world-class international dog show," adding, "We will do our best to establish Hongcheon as a companion animal culture city, especially through a variety of experiences that children and families can participate in together."

Meanwhile, last year's event attracted approximately 1,800 visitors and dog show participants, and an even larger turnout is expected this year.

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