1) We domesticated horses and dogs to perform a service, not serve as food. These animals were not bred to be flavorful.<p>2) If you are eating a service animal, that implies it was either too sick or too old to be of service. An old or sick animal is unlikely to yield quality meat.<p>3) Domestication is a powerful force. With great power comes great responsibility. Warning, the next paragraph is dark.<p>One of the most abominable animal abuses comes from eating dogs. Dogs are bred to be timid and sensitive. Consequently they are easily tormented. While it is an uncommon practice, in rural Korea dogs are tormented prior to butchering and then served in such a way to give the consumer an adrenaline buzz. These dogs are also a special farm-breed that is more flavorful.<p>The above story was told to me by several hosts while I was in Korea.