https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2026/03/24/viral-video-of-dogs-escaping-in-china-racks-up-230-million-views/
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China has a persistent problem with dog theft because dog meat is still considered a delicacy in some parts of the country, surrounded by old superstitions that eating dogs is helpful for surviving long, cold winters. Farming dogs for meat is expensive and controversial, so thieves round up strays and steal pets..."