THE ROAD TO YULIN is an in depth look at the dichotomy between the empathetic, companionship-based human/canine relationships exhibited in many countries, and the horrific and brutal interactions that dogs face in parts of the world that have an unrestrained dog meat trade. Often, humankind’s capacity for love and compassion can only be rivaled by its capacity for cruelty, hatred, and despicable actions. Exploring the barbaric Yulin Dog Meat Festival, the Documentary Short highlights the torture and neglect that dogs are exposed to on their journey through the insidious dog meat trade. The Documentary Short features the new Chinese culture of activism, The Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s involvement in ending the festival, and provides solutions as to what one can do to help end the torture.