Seoul has launched a new initiative, ‘Super Buddies,’ enlisting teams of dogs and their owners to patrol neighborhoods and assist in crime prevention and safety measures. The program, initiated in 2022, has grown significantly, with 1,424 teams now actively participating. These canine patrols support authorities in monitoring safety blind spots, locating missing individuals, and reporting suspicious activities. Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon praised the initiative and emphasized its potential to foster a safer city.