With the support of our dedicated team and partner organizations, Korean K9 Rescue has helped save over 3,500 dogs from dire situations. In South Korea, where adoption rates remain low, many dogs face uncertain futures. We transport them to the U.S. so they have the opportunity to find loving, forever homes.
We are also proud to be a New Hope Partner with NYC Animal Care Centers (NYCACC), working together to alleviate shelter overcrowding and expand lifesaving efforts locally. Through this collaboration, more dogs are given the second chance they deserve.
As a foster-based rescue, our dogs live in loving homes before adoption. This allows them to decompress, build confidence, and show their true personalities in a home environment.
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We recommend reviewing our Adoption Procedures and FAQs before applying to help ensure a smooth and successful adoption process. You can also meet our dogs at upcoming adoption events.
Foster to Adopt
Not quite ready to commit? Our Foster to Adopt program gives you 7 days to welcome a dog into your home before making it forever. If it’s not the right fit, we ask that you continue fostering for three weeks while we find the dog their perfect match. You’ll never navigate it alone, our team is with you every step of the way
Learn More & Meet the Dogs
east coast dogs
These dogs are fostered in the East Coast and are available to applicants within our adoption radius in the East Coast.
Male |
Jindo |
Puppy Available
Animal ID:
2707315
Species:
Dog
Age:
Puppy
Gender:
Male
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Hasol | Apply Here Hasol is 1 year old, 52 lbs, and seemingly knows he’s absolutely gorgeous. He’s sweet and sensitive and just overall a fun loving guy. Our adoptable boy Hasol was originally found with two siblings, abandoned on farmland in a cardboard box. In storybook fashion, a lovely family found and fostered the pups until they could find a rescue to help find homes. From tiny potato to long leggy hunk, Hasol is nothing but cute! You don’t have to wait for an adoption event. In-person meet-and-greets are available in the NYC area, with virtual meet-and-greets available for adopters outside NYC. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Female |
Jindo |
Young Available
Animal ID:
2745269
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Female
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Lavi | Apply Here Lavi is beauty and grace at 32lbs and a fresh 1 year old. She’s goofy and playful, snoozes like your grandpa at a family gathering, and cuddles like a bug in a rug. She was found on the side of the road in Gangneung, tied up and left alone. You don’t have to wait for an adoption event. In-person meet-and-greets are available in the NYC area, with virtual meet-and-greets available for adopters outside NYC. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Female |
Jindo |
Puppy Available
Animal ID:
2771036
Species:
Dog
Age:
Puppy
Gender:
Female
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Mia | Apply Here This sweet girlie pop is 8 months old and 25lbs! We are pretty confident that she’s a Jindo, but she was rescued locally! A shelter in Teterboro, NJ notified us after an owner surrendered her - they explained her nervousness and loud bark made it difficult to give her care. We are so grateful they reached out so we could help this little one. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Female |
Jindo |
Adult Available
Animal ID:
2779899
Species:
Dog
Age:
Adult
Gender:
Female
Size:
Large
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Rinda | Apply Here | Videos This smiley silly babe is Rinda, she’s a cute 50lbs and 6 years old and is most definitely living life to the fullest. She was rescued in 2021 by our rescue partner We Act at a dog meat farm in Hwaseong. Though she had such a horrible start, she has found nothing but happiness in her new life. You don’t have to wait for an adoption event. In-person meet-and-greets are available in the NYC area, with virtual meet-and-greets available for adopters outside NYC. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Male |
Jindo |
Young Available
Animal ID:
2762762
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Male
Size:
Large
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Toshi | Apply Here Toshi is 1-and-a-half and 40lbs - he’s mostly legs and a sleek body though. He was rescued from the wildfires in Andong last year and has since been having fun and learning a lot at our center in Bundang. You don’t have to wait for an adoption event. In-person meet-and-greets are available in the NYC area, with virtual meet-and-greets available for adopters outside NYC. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Male |
Jindo |
Young Available
Animal ID:
2732779
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Male
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Miso | Apply Here This good lookin’ fella is Miso! He’s a 2 year old and 33lb Jindo Mix and boy does he turn heads. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Male |
Jindo |
Adult Available
Animal ID:
2716400
Species:
Dog
Age:
Adult
Gender:
Male
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Pollo | Apply Here Pollo is 6 years old and 35lbs. He can be a little shy and unsure of things at first, but once he’s given time to warm up he’s a complete goofball. You don’t have to wait for an adoption event. In-person meet-and-greets are available in the NYC area, with virtual meet-and-greets available for adopters outside NYC. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Male |
Tosa Inu |
Young Available
Animal ID:
2368949
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Male
Size:
X-Large
Primary Breed:
Tosa Inu
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Uzu (우주, pronounced Woo-joo), means “universe” in Korean. He is a gentle, 3 year old Korean Mastiff currently thriving in foster care. At 80 pounds, he is a striking and affectionate presence, with a calm, sensitive personality. Uzu is slowly gaining confidence and learning to trust the world around him. He enjoys walks, sniffing everything in sight, and showing playful behaviors like zoomies and bows once he feels safe. Uzu is food motivated, especially for bananas and sweet potatoes, and interacts well with other dogs in a patient and structured environment. Uzu would thrive in an adult-only home with an active lifestyle and a warm, understanding family who can give him the space and support he needs. To learn more about Uzu’s rescue story, click here. You don’t have to wait for an adoption event. In-person meet-and-greets are available in the NYC area, with virtual meet-and-greets available for adopters outside NYC. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Female |
Mixed Breed |
Young Available
Animal ID:
2481563
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Female
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Mixed Breed
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Remi | Apply Here | Videos Remi is a lively, clever 2 year old Terrier Mix. Remi is about 25 pounds. She came to us from NYC ACC and needed a calm, supportive environment to flourish which is exactly what she’s been getting since coming into our care. Remi is excelling at crucial skills like impulse control, settling independently, and understanding the value of play. She is energetic, playful, and full of personality, with a knack for making her humans laugh. She still benefits from guidance and encouragement as she builds confidence and expands her world. Remi would thrive in an adult-only home with no cats, where her adopter can provide consistent structure, enrichment, and opportunities for play and learning. She is eager for a family ready to match her energy and wit. Remi is part of our FTA VIP program, a foster-to-adopt initiative that provides promising adopters with up to 30 days to acclimate while we supply food and training support. Her training package is partially sponsored, ensuring her forever family has all the tools for success. Remi’s adoption fee is $300. To learn more about Remi's rescue story, click here. Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Female |
Corgi |
Adult Available
Animal ID:
2706058
Species:
Dog
Age:
Adult
Gender:
Female
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Corgi
Secondary Breed:
Jindo
Status:
adoptable
Meet Numi | Apply Here | Videos Numi is a petite 35lb, 6 year old Jindo mix with a long body and little legs. In 2020, our team and partners rescued over 100 dogs from a factory in Paju, South Korea. What originally started as a few dogs on the property, rapidly became a hoarding situation where the gene pool was very limited. Despite the guardian’s efforts, things were quickly out of his control and rescuers needed to step in. Since then, Numi’s two puppies and most of the relatives of the rescue have found wonderful forever homes all over the world. Numi would do best in a home outside of NYC You don’t have to wait for an adoption event. In-person meet-and-greets are available in the NYC area, with virtual meet-and-greets available for adopters outside NYC. Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Petco Turtle Bay - 991 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 When: Sat, July 25th Time: 12pm-3pm Learn more about our adoption process: www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-procedures www.koreank9rescue.org/adoption-faq Korean K9 Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit saving dogs from the Korean dog meat trade and overcrowded shelters. Support our mission: • Donate: www.koreank9rescue.org/donate • Patreon: www.patreon.com/koreank9rescue
Hasol
Details:
About:
Having just turned one year old, Hasol is the happiest guy around. He absolutely loves playing with his foster brother, Baloo, no matter the time of day. He does do wonderfully in his crate and when it’s time to settle, but be prepared for WWE style body slams when he plays with other pups!
Everything with Hasol is a lovely walk in the park - he takes time to sniff the flowers and has become very well mannered on leash. His house training is perfect, he loves a good cuddle, and did we mention how handsome he is? Truly, Hasol is the full package.
Seeing this and thinking “wow, Hasol really is tall, tan, and handsome!” - take the hint and apply to adopt him! Pre-approved applicants can meet Hasol and his foster privately to fully experience his goofiness and charm.
Lavi
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This gorgeous girl is more than good looks - she has many talents in store! First, the obvious, that toof! Her cute snaggletooth gives her facial expressions extra sass just when she needs it and hides away when more serious matters are afoot. When Lavi is super comfortable in her space, she’ll knock your socks off with her best human impression as she stands on her back legs as tall as she can manage. All jokes aside though, she’s been such a sweet girl inside, does great in her crate, and has even started playing with her foster buddies.
Lavi is still adjusting to the busy city and definitely needs help with her fear of large vehicles. She’s starting to make progress with her foster, but she will definitely benefit from our Jindo Journey training stipend! Lavi and her future family are eligible to receive $300 towards their training package to make sure everyone is set up for life long success.
Mia
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Mia is thriving in foster care after having a few days to settle into the routine. She was initially very wary of her foster and not too sure what a leash was, but with continued support and encouragement she’s done a full 180. She’s a big fan of playing with other pups and even has made an especially good friend in foster that she cuddles up with for naps. As the days go on, she’s gaining confidence, showing her spunkiness, and soliciting more affection from humans.
She is also eligible for our Jindo Journey training stipend! This means Mia and her future family could receive a $300 grant towards their required training package. Mia is so much fun to work with already, and a fast learner, so we know training will be a blast.
This gal will be making her debut appearance this Sunday at Culture Lab LIC!
Rinda
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Rinda is a big believer in stopping to smell the roses and will remind you daily to slow down and really appreciate the small things in life. She’s a very relaxed walker outside and a cozy girl inside. No matter what she’s doing or where she is, she has a smile on her face! She enjoys gentle breezes in the sunshine, watching the world roll by through a window, and wiggling her butt to get your attention. Truly such a dreamy girl.
This sweetie is also eligible for our Jindo Journey training stipend so she and her adopters can receive $300 towards their training! Rinda is very treat motivated so she will definitely be fun (and funny) to work with on whatever you need or please.
TOSHI
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Now that he’s made the trip to NYC, he’s figuring out the good life in his foster home. Toshi is very tuned into receiving affection and getting attention! He enjoys being showered in compliments and will let you know with a gentle paw tap if he’d like some more rubs and pets please. He’s still adjusting to the city noises but has already made so much progress! He also needs some extra consistency with his crate; sometimes he gets a little FOMO.
With Toshi’s size though, he’s eligible for our Jindo Journey training stipend! This means he and his adopters are eligible to receive $300 towards their training package! Handsome boy in his tuxedo suit will be an upstanding pup citizen in no time.
Miso
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Miso has been a little reserved since his arrival, but with consistent encouragement and direction from his foster family and alumni foster sibling, he’s slowly but surely coming out of his floofy shell. He absolutely needs patience and time to decompress in new places with new people. Because of his overall soft demeanor and timid nature, he would do best outside of Manhattan and away from the typical NYC grind.
This boy is excellent on the leash even still, taking guidance easily and rarely pulling on the leash. Miso loves his crate and has been an A+ student in all things house training. He’s learning to enjoy midday naps close to humans more and more. Though he might not be a snuggle bug right now, the sky is the limit for him with a loving forever home. We can’t wait to see what Miso’s future looks like once he’s had time to settle into a life of love.
Miso is available for private meet and greets for pre-approved adopters! Submit your application today and go through the steps for approval~ Our team would love to hear from you and set up a date!
Pollo
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Though Pollo greatly benefits from some structure and a gentle, patient hand, he also thrives with a go with the flow mindset. Pollo loves romping around in the park and has absolutely mastered his recall with his foster @sofiatashmandogtraining
He’s a big fan of anything fun and is very easily caught in a zoomie run! He likes to play chase with his furry foster sibling and foster alike. Pollo is also super sweet and loving once he feels safe; he often gets so into pets and rubs that he’ll twist all around his foster in excitement.
This guy would be an amazing hiking partner down the line! Because of his need for extra time to feel safe and comfortable with new people, Pollo needs an experienced adopter or someone willing to put in the work to earn his affection and trust.
If your heart skipped a beat tap the link in our bio and fill out an application! Who knows, maybe you’re the match Pollo has been waiting for.
Uzu
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Remi
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Numi
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This girl is a little extra special though, so her adoption journey has taken a bit longer. Currently, she’s been diagnosed as fully blind in both eyes due to advanced cataracts and chronic glaucoma. Numi is absolutely in no pain from this though, and proves more every day how resilient she is! At first meet, you might not even realize that she’s blind - she maneuvers very well both inside and out, engages with her fosters happily, and lifts her head to sniff the fresh air often.
Numi is very mellow and lowkey - she loves a good nap and adores belly rubs and neck scritches. Though she needs a special family willing to take things slow and tackle the world with her, she’s honestly a perfect little gal. She does wonderfully in her crate, is good with her house training, triumphs obstacles and new paths outside like a pro, and is already becoming more and more playful. She would thrive most outside of the city since she can be a little unsure of loud city noises.
For now, we’re only having private meet and greets for lovely Numi to reduce her stress and avoid overstimulating her in the city. But don’t let that stop you from applying!! Pre-approved adopters can meet her and her foster family one-on-one! Just connect with our team if you’re already approved or waiting to interview. Tap the link in our bio to submit your application too!
*These dogs are part of our Foster-to-Adopt program VIP in the East Coast. Learn more here!*
