A broadcast from KBS, South Korea’s public broadcaster, featuring the program “Dog is Wonderful” (“개는 훌륭하다”) aired on March 2, 2026, depicted a dog bite incident during grooming, prompting discussion about the challenges of canine care. The program, which addresses behavioral issues in dogs and their owners, has been running since at least 2023, according to KBS archives.
“Dog is Wonderful” focuses on understanding the complexities of the relationship between humans and dogs, particularly in an era where pet ownership is increasingly common. The program’s official website describes its mission as exploring how people and dogs coexist despite the lack of verbal communication. The show features cases of “ 고민견들” (dogs with problems) from across the country, according to a description of a 2024 special episode.
Recent episodes have highlighted family conflicts stemming from differing approaches to dog training, and care. One case involved a disagreement between a mother and daughter regarding a dog’s behavior, described as a “위태로운 모녀의 동상이몽” (precarious mother-daughter discord). Another featured a guest appearance by singer Shin Yu, filling in for singer Young Tak as a special MC, alongside Kim Ji Hyun.
The January 1, 2024, broadcast revisited cases from 2023, examining the outcomes for families who sought help with their dogs. The program also promised to reveal “개통령만의 DOG(독)심술의 비결” (the dog president’s secret to understanding dogs’ hearts) and featured surprise guests, including individuals referred to as “세리, 경규 제자, and 형욱,” whose identities were not fully disclosed in available program information.
KBS has made the program available for on-demand viewing through its digital platforms, including KBS 다시보기 플레이어. The program’s popularity is evidenced by its substantial subscriber base on YouTube, with over 2.59 million subscribers to the KBS 한국방송 channel.
