"Puppies Take Over Bonghwa"... Bonghwa County Takes Its First Step Toward Becoming a Companion Culture City

Healing, Education, and Experience Combined
'2025 Companion Culture Festival'
Showcases New Growth Potential for the Region

Bonghwa County has achieved a meaningful first milestone in its journey toward becoming a "pet-friendly city" where people and companion animals coexist in harmony.

The county announced on November 17 that it successfully hosted the "2025 Bonghwa County Companion Culture Festival" from November 15 to 16 at the Bonghwa Euneo Songi Theme Park.

Bonghwa County Companion Culture Festival

This festival, held for the first time this year, was designed as an open event that welcomed not only families with companion animals but also local residents and tourists. It is being praised for achieving two key outcomes: unveiling new possibilities for the companion animal industry and enhancing the region's image.

◆ Walks, Hiking, Parades... Immersed in Nature

The "Let's Go for an Autumn Walk, Puppy!" program, which kicked off the "Companion Healing Content" festival, was organized as a late autumn walking course and received an enthusiastic response. In particular, the 1.2-kilometer "Puppy Walking Tour," which reached capacity early on, created a touching scene as guardians and their dogs completed the course side by side, while the ongoing cheers from the crowd heightened the excitement at the venue.

◆ Agility Experience, Petiquette Education... "Enjoy and Learn a Sophisticated Companion Culture"

The agility demonstration and experience program by Korea Pet High School, the nation's first high school specializing in companion animals, was the busiest spot throughout the two-day festival. Each time a dog cleared an obstacle, applause erupted, and guardians expressed satisfaction, saying, "It was a special experience since there are few opportunities to try dog sports in real life."

Educational programs, such as Professor Lee Woongjong's behavioral correction and training talk concert and the Petiquette OX Quiz, also received positive reviews. By conveying basic knowledge and etiquette for pet owners in an easy and entertaining way, the festival was credited with "raising the level of local companion culture beyond a simple event."

Bonghwa County Takes First Step Toward Companion Culture City with Companion Culture Festival

◆ Lifestyle Participation Programs Spark Laughter... Snack-Eating Races, Wait Competitions, and Talent Shows Draw Crowds

Lifestyle programs like the "Snack-Eating Race" and "Wait!! Competition" were among the most popular attractions, drawing the biggest laughs from the audience. Especially during the wait competition, the adorable sight of dogs resisting the temptation of snacks in front of them filled the venue with constant laughter and applause.

The talent show stage, where dogs' tricks and guardians' performances came together, brought the festival atmosphere to its peak. Participants unanimously agreed, "This stage confirmed Bonghwa's potential to grow as a hub for companion culture."

◆ The Potential for a "Pet-Friendly City" Becomes Tangible... Synergy Expected with Baekdudaegan Healing Pet Village

Based on high participation and on-site satisfaction, the festival has given strong momentum to Bonghwa County's future strategy of building a companion culture foundation. The event's structure, which naturally brought together families, local residents, and tourists, was also positively received.

In particular, expectations are high for synergy with the "Baekdudaegan Healing Pet Village"-scheduled for completion next year-which will feature facilities such as a dog hotel, pet yard, and walking trails. As a result, Bonghwa County's prospects of establishing itself as a pet-friendly city are growing even stronger.

A Bonghwa County official stated, "This festival was a refined event created jointly by companion animal families and the local community, marking a meaningful occasion that laid the foundation for a culture where people and companion animals coexist. We will continue to expand various programs to further vitalize companion culture in the future."

Healing, Education, and Experience Combined: '2025 Companion Culture Festival' Confirms Regional New Growth Potential

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