Q: I am relatively in the early stages of looking into teaching in Korea, probably beginning next year. Only one big problem: I have a dog. And I would love to bring him with me. I know this process will probably be expensive and lengthy. Can you suggest any recruiters who work with those who bring pets to Korea?

A: Just a heads-up. I don’t know which country you are coming from, but a lot of airlines have changed their pet policy during Covid.

So before you talk about it with your recruiters, I want you to check that first.

I don’t think that it will be difficult to bring your pet to Korea, but there are things you need to prepare for.

You have to have your documents and vaccinations ready before you depart.

If you don’t have everything, your dog can be held in quarantine.

It’s something you don’t want , because it takes time to get them out, plus unnecessary expenses occur.

And.. Some landlords here in Korea are picky about their tenants having a pet.

But I read somewhere that many schools and hagwons don’t mind teachers about coming with their pets.

There are a few groups on social media where you can find tons of information about it. So I suggest that, too. Anyways, hope you make it soon!