A mixed-breed mutt rescued from a dog meat farm looks likely to become a member of South Korea’s new first family.



Animal rights groups, pet lovers and a local newspaper Hankyoreh are demanding President Moon Jae-in make good on his promise to adopt Tory, a 4-year-old dog, from an animal shelter in Seoul.





Tory, a 4-year-old mix-breed dog (Coexistence of Animal Rights on Earth)



Moon was sworn in at noon Wednesday after winning the election the previous day.



During his 60-day electioneering, the liberal politician, who has one dog and two cats, met with fellow pet lovers and supporters of animal rights groups, vowing to make Korea a better place not just for humans but also animals.



Since being saved from slaughter two years ago, Tory has stayed at the shelter, as he was unpopular with would-be adopters. During the meeting, Moon was asked to be its new owner and he had promised then to take it to the presidential residence, if elected.



“My family and I anticipate the day to welcome Tory as a new family member and will make sure he adjusts well to the new environment,” Moon said via his camp last week.





Moon Jae-in talks with pet owners and supporters of animal rights groups at an animal park in Seoul on April 15. (Yonhap)