Posts

Showing posts with the label Life in Korea

A Day in the Life of a Korean Dog (That Lives Better Than Me)

Image
A Day in the Life of a Korean Dog (That Lives Better Than Me) In Korea these days, it really feels like dogs live more like humans — or even better. I don’t own a dog myself, but one of my close friends does. And after seeing how their dog lives... I was honestly speechless. Let’s just say, in their home, the dog is the real boss. 🚍 A Dog That Goes to Kindergarten? Every morning, my friend gets ready for work and also packs a tiny bag — for the dog. At first I thought it was just a cute accessory, but nope. Their dog actually goes to doggy kindergarten . Even crazier? There’s a pick-up service . A special pet shuttle bus comes right to the door to pick up the dog. Uniformed driver and all. I’m not even kidding. 🎓 Morning Classes and Social Skills Once at daycare, the dogs run around with friends, play with toys, and attend obedience classes. But it doesn’t stop there. They even take socialization training to help them get along with other dogs. Honestly, this dog’s ...

$800 a Month to Learn ABCs? Inside Korea’s Wild English Kindergartens

Image
“$800 a month to learn ABCs?” In Korea, that’s not shocking at all. Welcome to the world of English kindergartens — a common yet intense part of Korean early childhood education. What Are English Kindergartens in Korea? These kindergartens aren’t just about learning a few English words. They’re full immersion programs, often run entirely in English from morning to afternoon. Native-speaking teachers lead classes, playtime, mealtimes, and even nap time — all in English. It’s like sending your kid to a mini international school… inside Korea. How Much Do They Cost? On average, over ₩1 million per month (around $800). Some elite kindergartens charge even more — and that’s not including extra fees like admission, textbooks, transportation, and after-school programs. Is It Worth It? Let’s be honest. ₩1 million is a lot of money in Korea. For some people, that’s what they might earn from a month of part-time work. Yet many parents still make the financial stretch to enroll thei...

Why Everyone's Talking About Dogs – From Superhero Krypto to Korea’s Puppy Craze

Image
Why Everyone's Talking About Dogs – From Superhero Krypto to Korea’s Puppy Craze The Krypto Effect Have you seen the new Superman movie? Everyone’s talking about Krypto, the superhero dog who totally stole the show. Well, turns out, Koreans are also going through a bit of a dog craze right now—though it’s less about flying and more about cuddling. Korea’s Rising Pet Culture In Korea, the number of pet-owning households has skyrocketed. More than 1 in 4 homes now has a furry friend, and small-breed dogs like Maltese, Poodles, and Shih Tzus are especially popular. There’s even a new word here: “petfam,” short for "pet family." Dog Cafés and VIP Treatment You can find entire cafés dedicated to dogs in Korea. Yes, cafés—not for humans, but for dogs! These dog cafés are a mix of playground, salon, and spa. Some even throw birthday parties for their canine customers. It's Krypto-level pampering. ▲ Many dogs in Korea are treated like family membe...