Is it illegal to eat dog meat in America? My American friend says that you cannot buy dog in American grocery stores, that it would be against the law.
Is it against the law to sell dog meat, or to eat it also? If my Korean grandparents send me dog meat by mail, can I get in trouble for having it here?
The regulations governing meat and meat products are very strict. You may not import fresh, dried, or canned meats or meat products from most foreign countries into the United States. Also, you may not import food products that have been prepared with meat.
The regulations on importing meat and meat products change frequently because they are based on disease outbreaks in different areas of the world. APHIS, which regulates meats and meat products as well as fruits and vegetables, invites you to contact them for more information on importing meats. You may write to:
USDA-APHIS Veterinary Services National Center for Import/Export (NCIE)
4700 River Road
Unit 40
Riverdale, MD 20737-1231
or call (301) 734-7830
Matt
eating dog meat in America is considered animal abuse. it's weird because only dogs and cats and other house pets can be "abused" but pigs and cows etc can't.
Why would you want to eat dog meat?!?!
In the United States, the laws regarding the consumption and sale of dog meat vary by state. As of now, there is no federal law that explicitly prohibits the consumption of dog meat, but several states have their own laws banning it.
It is important to note that the importation of dog meat from other countries is highly regulated. The United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) prohibits the importation of fresh, dried, or canned meats or meat products from most foreign countries, including dog meat. This is primarily due to concerns over disease outbreaks.
If your Korean grandparents were to send you dog meat by mail, it would be subject to the regulations of APHIS. It is best to contact them directly for the most up-to-date information on importing meats and meat products. You can reach out to the USDA-APHIS Veterinary Services National Center for Import/Export (NCIE) for further guidance.
It is always advisable to familiarize yourself with the specific laws and regulations of your state regarding the consumption and sale of dog meat to ensure compliance and avoid any potential legal trouble.