The group alleges that it is a common practice in Korea to consume dog meat after first beating, torturing and strangling the dog to increase its adrenaline level. It is believed that this will make a man consuming the meat more virile, Akin said. Gao knows Americans don't eat dog meat. Dog is man's best friend. In the next breath, he said he welcomes investors from the United States or anywhere else to help them expand their operations.
Dog meat is thought to be nutritious and good to eat in the winter because it heats up the body.
Gao said every part of a dog can be eaten except for the lungs. Some restaurants offer a full banquet of up to 100 different dishes made from one dog. Whereas American palates rarely venture beyond the staples, Asians are far more adventurous diners, enjoying chicken feet, pig brains and countless other dishes that would make Americans squeamish. Still, in Beijing and many other cities in China, dog meat is not commonly eaten and is available only at a few restaurants. It is more popular in the northeast, which has a large ethnic Korean population, and Guangdong province in the south.