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 |
Poodle (Miniature) |
Adult Available
Animal ID:
2744698
Species:
Dog
Age:
Adult
Gender:
Male
Size:
Small
Primary Breed:
Poodle (Miniature)
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Atom | Apply Here Atom is a 7-year-old Poodle weighing 11.5 lbs. This calm and mild-mannered boy has a warm, easygoing nature that makes him a perfect companion for any home. He can't wait to find his forever home in NYC! Atom underwent orthopedic surgery on both hind legs to address patella issues, with successful healing and good surgical outcomes. He was treated for hypothyroidism in 2025, which responded beautifully to medication—his thyroid levels normalized, and medication was discontinued. The condition had caused some hair loss that improved significantly once treated. Atom also has a grade 3 heart murmur (early-stage mitral valve disease, MMVD Stage B1). His vet has evaluated his heart and determined he does not need medication at this time, though regular monitoring is recommended. 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: Indoor Treez - 474 7th Ave, New York When: Sat, June 20th Time: 1pm-4pm 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:
2744488
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Male
Size:
Large
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Byeol Yang | Apply Here Byeol Yang is a 9-month-old Jindo Mix weighing 30.2 lbs. This friendly and mild-mannered pup has a bright smile and an even brighter future ahead. He can't wait to find his forever home in NYC!
Female |
Jindo |
Young Available
Animal ID:
2744475
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Female
Size:
Small
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Choi | Apply Here | Videos Choi is a 1-year-old Mini Jindo Mix weighing 8.8 lbs. This friendly and playful girl has a striking brindle coat and a big personality to match. She can't wait to find her forever home in 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: Indoor Treez - 474 7th Ave, New York When: Sat, June 20th Time: 1pm-4pm 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 |
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 11 months old, 44lbs, 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: Indoor Treez - 474 7th Ave, New York When: Sat, June 20th Time: 1pm-4pm 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:
2745271
Species:
Dog
Age:
Young
Gender:
Female
Size:
Medium
Primary Breed:
Jindo
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Myeong Wang | Apply Here Meet Us At Our Next Adoption Event Where: Indoor Treez - 474 7th Ave, New York When: Sat, June 20th Time: 1pm-4pm 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 Love Block Party - Union Square When: Sunday, June 7th Time: 11am-4pm 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 |
Golden Retriever |
Adult Available
Animal ID:
2744484
Species:
Dog
Age:
Adult
Gender:
Female
Size:
Large
Primary Breed:
Golden Retriever
Secondary Breed:
Status:
adoptable
Meet Reina | Apply Here
Reina is truly the Queen of Goldens - she’s 5 years old and a dainty 65lbs! She came to us in one of our spay/neuter clinics in South Korea, where we’ve been helping the overpopulation crisis by spaying/neutering dogs kept outside in the countryside. Occasionally when we help a family, they decide to surrender to give their dog a better life. Lucky for Reina, her former family knew she deserved royalty treatment.
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. 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. 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: Indoor Treez - 474 7th Ave, New York When: Sat, June 20th Time: 1pm-4pm 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: Indoor Treez - 474 7th Ave, New York When: Sat, June 20th Time: 1pm-4pm 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
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Byeol Yang
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Hasol
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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.
Myong Wang
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Myongwang is absolutely the silliest pup we’ve seen in a while and photos only capture a fraction of her goofy personality! She’s two years old and a noodle shaped 35lbs. Don’t let that number fool you, she’s linguine, not rigatoni!
Though she is still adjusting to the big city, Myongwang’s curiosity is through the roof. She’s already figured out the lay of the land in her foster home and now inspects anything unfamiliar as much as she can. Silly girl still has a lot to learn about - she was caught grumbling at her own reflection in a mirror just yesterday. Her crate training and house training is going well, but she’s still building up confidence outside. With plenty of practice and encouragement she’ll be walking the neighborhood like it’s a runway in no time.
By the hour, she continues to show more and more of her character and truly has her fosters laughing at every new thing. From her long tongue that seems to have a mind of its own, to her polite demands for pets, she will definitely be the highlight of any home.
Sweet girls like Myong never have to wait too long - submit your application today! You can meet Myongwang - or any of our adoptables - one on one with her foster once you’re pre-approved. So don’t wait another second!
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!
Reina
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Golden girls do it best and Reina is no exception. Of course she’s just happy to be included and will have her classic golden smile even in the most mundane settings. When lounging around the house with her foster family, she often stares lovingly at them like there is no bad in the world. She loves a good bake in the sun and carries her chew toys around like a toddler with a dolly. Seriously, Reina makes our hearts flutter she’s so sweet!
Reina is very curious but slightly overwhelmed so far when exploring the busy city, so she’ll need consistent guidance in the beginning. Learning the NYC hustle isn’t easy for such a mellow girlie! She also would benefit from continued crate training to make sure she doesn’t get TOO attached to her humans 😉
Ok y’all - this one is SPECIAL. Go to the link in our bio and submit your application STAT. Golden girlie pop waits for no one!
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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*These dogs are part of our Foster-to-Adopt program VIP in the East Coast. Learn more here!*
