250820 Kim Chaewon Weverse Update (feat. Shiro)
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In the clips, Chaewon lies down while Shiro licks her lips and mouth. At one point, she even makes kissing sounds as the dog presses closer. For fans, it was a little too much. Reactions poured in, with one comment reading “She loves her dog a little too much,” while another said bluntly, “That was disgusting.” Others went further, calling it “a whole make-out session” that left them uncomfortable scrolling through their feeds.
The uproar has not just been about appearances. Veterinarians and researchers have long cautioned against letting dogs lick faces, especially around the mouth. Studies have found that pets can carry bacteria like Salmonella and Pasteurella, which can cause food poisoning, stomach cramps, or, in rare cases, serious infections. Experts have pointed out that even healthy dogs may carry pathogens capable of spreading to humans.
PLEASE stop putting that video of chaewon with her dog on my tl pic.twitter.com/F6Dc5KiOKw
— cali ✚ (@calipatis) August 20, 2025
Doctors warn that people with weakened immune systems are at particular risk, and infections have been traced to situations where pets licked open wounds or came into close contact with their owners’ mouths. As one veterinary microbiologist noted, it may feel like harmless bonding, but it can expose both pet and owner to unnecessary health risks.
For Chaewon, the intention may have been simple affection for her beloved Shiro, but the response shows how quickly a seemingly playful post can snowball. Between cultural expectations, fandom reactions, and genuine health concerns, this viral video has become one of the most debated idol updates of the year.
