Woman devotes herself to training guide dogs in NW China's Shaanxi

Peoples Daily online

14th November 2025

Woman devotes herself to training guide dogs in NW China's Shaanxi

(Web editor: Chang Sha, Liang Jun)

At 44, Liang Yanfang has finally seen her work gain official recognition. She now holds the title of "service dog trainer."

In July, China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security released its seventh batch of newly recognized occupations. Among them, "service dog trainer" was formally listed as a new occupation under the category of "pet trainer."

Service dogs serve primarily as specialized assistants. Through professional training, military and police dogs, search and rescue dogs, guide dogs, and emotional support dogs become essential partners to people who need assistance.

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