Hong Kong Metropolitan University Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education Delegation Visits Tajen University for a Professional Pet Care Workshop

A delegation from the Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education at Hong Kong Metropolitan University visited Tajen University from June 3 to 11, 2025, to participate in the nine-day “2025 Professional Pet Care Workshop.”
The program was jointly organized by the International Continuing Education Division, the International Cooperation Center, and the Department of Pet Care and Grooming. Centered on pet health, behavior training, grooming practice, and industry insights, the workshop integrated theoretical courses with field visits, creating a platform for cross-university and cross-border professional exchange.

The diverse and enriching curriculum included courses such as pet behavior analysis, aromatherapy, pet product making, animal first aid, exotic pet medicine, and pet grooming, all taught by Tajen University’s expert faculty.
In addition, the delegation conducted on-site visits to notable venues including the Pingtung County Animal Shelter, Kaohsiung Animal Protection and Education Center, White Horse Pet Park, and Dashu Pharmacy Pet Center, gaining an in-depth understanding of Taiwan’s achievements in animal welfare and the pet industry.

Dr. Huang Bo-Shen, Vice President for R&D at Tajen University, remarked that this opportunity for immersive learning and cultural exchange aims to inspire students with innovative perspectives on the pet industry and to strengthen collaboration between higher education institutions in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Looking ahead, the two universities will continue to deepen the connection between education and industry, cultivating internationally competitive talent for the pet care sector.