What happens when dog rescue crosses cultures?

In this episode of Rescue Tails, Robert and Robin continue their deep dive into the cultural differences between South Korea and the United States, this time through the lens of volunteers, foster homes, and adoption outcomes.

Inside this episode:

• How Korean volunteers often view rescue dogs as “children.”

• Why American volunteers approach shelter work differently

• The impact of over-coddling on separation anxiety and behavior

• Why do some dogs thrive in foster, while others struggle in shelter

• The adoption gap between Korean and American homes

• Scooby’s latest training update from Alaska

• Dog of the Week: Caramel, a miniature poodle mix rescued from a city shelter

If you’re in rescue, military life overseas, fostering dogs, or navigating international adoption, this episode gives you a rare behind-the-scenes look at how culture shapes behavior, expectations, and outcomes for dogs.

This episode was recorded on the Shure SM7B

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