Celebrity dog in China stolen, sold for US$25 and eaten, sparking outrage

Chutou, a celebrity Border Collie in China, was stolen, sold for 180 yuan (US$25), and slaughtered at a dog meat restaurant. His owner, Guo, sought legal action, but faced major hurdles due to existing laws on pet ownership in China. The case has sparked widespread anger online and renewed debate over China’s dog meat trade.