Koreans Clone Dogs -- Ol' Blue Plate Specials In Demand

South Korean scientists have produced the first dog clones for the dual(?) purposes of human medical research and epicurean delights.

Dog meat is considered a delicacy in S. Korea where about 6,000 restuarants serve up "dog chow".

Koreans hope dog clones will help them understand and treat a range of serious diseases in humans who may be "sick as a dog" -- or, any man who gets sick when man eats "man's best friend". If successful, they will be considered "top dogs".

If unsuccessful, they will be "barking up the wrong tree", in which case, they will "wag the dog", fire up the grill and serve up some truly "hot dogs".

Although "Canine cloning runs contrary to the Kennel Club's objective" and concerns have been raised about the ethical implications of this research, Koreans figure any potential backlash can be reversed with the introduction of scientific and ethical dietary supplements marketed as "dog biscuits". And they "ain't just a-woofin'.

Sure, it's a culture gap, but the "dog days of summer" has taken on new meaning.

-- LynZee

Image Credit: Woo-Suk Hwang via AP