Archive · 12 Dec 2025
BTS Jungkook Faces Criticism Over Dog Bam
BTS member Jungkook is facing criticism from fans over his dog Bam.
Bam, a Doberman, has been staying at a training facility for a long time, even after Jungkook finished his military service.
Jungkook explained that Bam is well taken care of there and that he visits often.
Some fans understand, but others think Jungkook is abandoning Bam.
They argue that if he can't take care of Bam, he shouldn't have brought him home in the first place.
Neither Jungkook nor his management has responded to the recent criticism.
BTS' Jungkook faces criticism for leaving his dog Bam at a training facility.
Fans debate whether this is abandonment or proper care.
Jungkook explained in December 2023 that Bam is well cared for at the facility.
Some fans accept his explanation, while others argue he should bring Bam home.
Neither Jungkook nor BIGHIT Music has addressed the renewed controversy.
- Who
- BTS member Jungkook and his dog Bam
- What
- Controversy over Bam's extended stay at a training facility
- When
- Renewed criticism in 2024, initial explanation in December 2023
- Where
- Online communities and social media
- Why
- Fans question Jungkook's care for Bam, debate abandonment
- Dog's Name
- Bam
- Dog's Breed
- Doberman
- Jungkook's Explanation
- Bam is in a training facility for better care
- Fan Reactions
- Mixed, some accept, others call it abandonment
- Jungkook's Military Service
- Completed, but Bam still not brought home