Students of Dongmyeong University Department of Pet Grooming and Behavior Correction Complete KPA Training

First-year students in the Department of Pet Grooming and Behavior Correction at Dongmyung University completed the Dog Trainer Foundation course offered by the American KPA and received certificates.

This training program was conducted as one of the KPA (Karen Pryor Academy) courses designed to help minimize stress in companion dogs and teach them how to live harmoniously with people.

The training process consisted of helping companion dogs choose the correct behavior over incorrect behavior by rewarding them for consistently selecting the right actions.

First-year students of the Department of Pet Grooming and Behavior Correction at Dongmyung University are taking a commemorative photo after completing the KPA course.

Student Bong Chaeyeon said, “It was very helpful to learn the KPA and FEAR FREE courses tailored to the regular demands of companion dog training in our country.”

Department Head Kwak Jinsook stated, “We will do our best to nurture pet professionals responsible for the health and happiness of companion animals.”

KPA offers various training programs based on effective, non-coercive training methods that prevent stress in companion dogs.

The Department of Pet Grooming and Behavior Correction at Dongmyung University is the first in the nation to incorporate positive reinforcement training methods into its regular curriculum, enabling students to obtain overseas certificates such as KPA and FEAR FREE upon graduation.

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