Imsil-gun Launches 'Mature Companion Animal Culture Campaign'

[Imsil=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Park Nosik] Imsil-gun, Jeonbuk (Governor Shim Min) announced on the 31st that it will carry out a "Mature Companion Animal Culture Campaign" for one month starting next month to welcome the autumn season.

This campaign focuses on promoting pet etiquette culture in preparation for an increase in local residents and outsiders accompanied by companion animals, especially around Osu Dog Park, which had seen less use due to COVID-19 and the summer heat.

The county plans to ensure that pets wear leashes when walking in parks and to guide residents to avoid conflicts caused by pet waste and noise between houses.

The main guidelines for pet owners to follow include ▲wearing a leash and harness when going out ▲immediate disposal of pet waste ▲animal registration for pets over two months old ▲completion of education for owners of fierce dogs and subscription to liability insurance.

For non-pet owners, it is recommended not to provoke others' dogs and to refrain from touching or feeding pets without the owner's consent.

Considering the COVID-19 situation, the county is encouraging active participation from locals and visitors by posting banners in parks and walking trails frequently used by pet owners and in areas with many complaints.

Additionally, posters encouraging pet registration are being displayed at animal hospitals, town offices, and residential areas to strengthen publicity.

Known for the Osu Dog Legend, the county is gaining attention as a hub for the companion animal industry centered around the Osu Dog Tourism Area.

The Osu Dog Tourism Area includes facilities such as the Osu Dog Breeding Research Institute, a pet playground, and a caravan camping site, attracting many pet owners.

Recently, it has centralized all aspects of the companion animal industry by establishing the Osu Pet Memorial Park, the first public pet burial facility among local governments nationwide.

Plans are underway to create the nation's first world-famous companion animal theme park by developing pet cafes, experience centers, education centers, camping sites, and attracting private investment for a pet hotel.

The county intends to continue its efforts to foster a mature companion animal culture in the community in line with this industrialization of companion animals.

Governor Shim Min said, "Through continuous campaigns, we will ensure that a mature companion animal culture spreads and settles throughout the community," adding, "We will integrate companion animal culture and industry to firmly establish ourselves as a key region for the companion animal industry."

Imsil=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Park Nosik sd2481@asiae.co.kr

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