Behind the making and marketing of ‘trendy’ dog breeds
Park Ji-won, 34, often hears comments like "It's refreshing to see a shih tzu. They seem so rare these days," while walking her 5-year-old dog. The recurring remarks prompted her to ponder a question: "During my elementary school years, shih tzus were everywhere. Where have all the shih tzus gone?" she said. "Even when I encounter them occasionally, they're usually very old." Park's observation reflects a shift in pet preferences in South Korea over
May 15, 2024