Published: 04 Aug. 2024, 18:55
Updated: 04 Aug. 2024, 19:08
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The Seoul Metropolitan Government urged pet owners to register their pets by the end of September. Â
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The city government announced on Sunday that the city will waive fines for unregistered pets starting from Monday until Sept. 30. Â
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During this period, first-time registrations or updates to existing information for pets will be exempt from fines.
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Under animal protection law, dog owners are required to register dogs over two months old. Any changes to information about the owner or the dog — such as if the pet is lost, found or deceased — must also be reported, with fines up to 600,000 won ($441.77) for noncompliance.
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Registration can be made at assigned agencies including animal hospitals. Â
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BY WOO JI-WON [woo.jiwon@joongang.co.kr]