What is the status of cats in the hearts of Koreans?

Cats still have a very high status in the hearts of Koreans

The most popular pet in Korea is dog, accounting for 75% of pets. Followed by cats and fish. Among the dog breeds, the Maltese dog is the most popular and is the national dog of South Korea; followed by the Teddy dog ??and the poodle. The most popular cat is the Korean Shorthair, followed by the Persian and the Russian Blue.

In order to further standardize pet keeping behavior, relevant Korean departments have also introduced many new regulations in recent years. For example, consumers who purchase pets from 2022 must complete relevant courses in advance.