Unraveling the Mystery of a Beloved Pet's Death: 'Detectives' Trade Secrets' Reveals Shocking Details

The latest episode of Channel A's 'Detectives' Trade Secrets' is set to air on October 4th at 10 PM, unveiling the shocking mystery behind a pet dog's death involving a massive investigation team, including animal detectives and numerous police officers.

In the segment 'Detective 24 Hours,' animal trainer and rescue expert, Professor Kim Hyo-jin, known as an 'animal detective,' shares a startling case. The incident began with a tip-off to an animal rescue organization: "The temporary guardian disappeared, leaving only a text saying 'the pet dog has died.'"

The client, who lived alone with a 5-year-old Goldendoodle named 'Cloud' (alias), was set to move abroad in October 2024. Due to the complex procedures for transporting animals internationally, the client found a temporary guardian through a large dog open chat room. Assured by the guardian's claim of living in a spacious duplex and owning eight large dogs, the client entrusted Cloud to them. During Cloud's stay, the dog appeared well-cared-for, gaining weight and showing no signs of distress.

However, in August 2025, as preparations for Cloud's overseas transport began, issues arose. The temporary guardian postponed the process to December, citing personal reasons, and then cut off contact. On December 27th of the same year, the guardian sent an unbelievable text stating, "Cloud has died."

The guardian claimed that Cloud ingested a foreign object during a walk, was hospitalized, but eventually passed away, with the funeral and cremation already completed. However, no evidence such as a death certificate or photos was provided, and the alleged veterinary hospital denied any such treatment. Suspicion grew with the ominous comment, "This has happened before with this person."

Upon returning urgently to the country, the client faced a dire situation at the guardian's residence. Witnesses reported a severe odor in the hallway, prompting Defconn to suspect, "Isn't that the smell of a corpse?" and Yoo In-na to express anxiety, fearing a gruesome discovery. Despite hearing computer game sounds from inside, the door remained closed, and the client had to leave Korea again without confirming Cloud's fate. Over two months have passed with no contact.

The client pleads, "If Cloud is alive, please rescue him, and if he's dead, I want to find his remains and give him a proper farewell." The animal detective tracks the movements of the temporary guardian, a woman in her early 30s living alone with multiple large dogs, as the investigation intensifies. The truth behind the mysterious pet death case draws significant attention.

This episode features 'Korea's No.1 Travel Creator' Pani Bottle, with 2.55 million subscribers and 685 million cumulative views, joining as a guest detective. Encouraged by his close friend Kim Poong, Pani Bottle expresses his trust, describing Kim as a "big brother figure" he turns to for life advice.

When Kim Poong mentions giving Pani Bottle interior design advice, Defconn humorously retorts, "Didn't you get scammed yourself?" Kim Poong cheekily responds, "Only those who've been hit know," while Pani Bottle defends, "Thanks to him, it went well." However, Pani Bottle reveals, "To talk with Kim Poong, you need to set aside at least two hours," to which Kim Poong admits, "I pretend to give advice while actually detoxifying," causing laughter on set. Yoo In-na praises Pani Bottle's genius naming sense, which can be seen in the episode airing at 10 PM.

Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr