Hong Kong Professional Pet Grooming Association Limited
(Hong Kong Professional Groomers Association Ltd, HKPGA)
Hong Kong Professional Pet Groomers Association Limited (HKPGA) was established in 2003.
HongkongProfessional Pet Groomers Association Ltd(HKPGA) aims to promote the welfare of pet groomers and improve the status of pet groomers in society.
Main exchange areas of the association: FCI Taiwan Branch - KCT (Taiwan Kennel Club), Taiwan Pet Industry Association, Malaysia, etc.
Hong Kong Professional Pet Grooming Association Limited (HKPGA) Development Timeline
Jan 2003
Hong Kong Professional Pet Grooming Association Limited (HKPGA) was established
Jun 2012
Founder Vicardo Lau received the education commemorative medal from the Li Ka Shing Institute of Professional and Continuing Education of Hong Kong Metropolitan University
July 2012
Cooperated with Taiwan Pet Grooming Association (TGA) to hold the first pet groomer certification in Hong Kong
2010-2011
Started pet grooming technology exchanges with Taiwan Pet Grooming Association (TGA), providing opportunities for local pet groomers to broaden their horizons
January 2011
Collaborated with the Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education of Hong Kong Metropolitan UniversityHosted the first pet grooming diploma course
March 2011
andAccredited by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan - PSG Association held the first pet groomer license assessment test to provide local pet groomers with recognized Japanese pet groomer certification
August 2011
Participate in the Shanghai International Pet Products Exhibition, and Ms.Tang, the instructor of the association, served as the lecturer of the exhibition
January 2004
Established the pet groomer training institution of the association - International Professional Pet Grooming Academy (IPGA), began to provide formal pet groomer training courses for local people who intend to enter the pet industry, and promoted the pet groomer industry to local schools, and provided government jobs Pre-Training - Wings Plan Holds Pet Grooming Course
March 2013
Take candidates to participate in the Taiwan Pet Grooming Association (TGA) pet grooming test
Sep 2013
Began to cooperate with the Open University of Hong Kong Li Ka Shing Institute of Professional and Continuing Education held [YJD53 Pet Grooming and Service] Yi Jin Diploma Course
2014
Chairman Vicardo Lau became an inspector of the International Dog Show of Taiwan Cattle and Dog Association (KCT) under FCI
Nov 2014
Cooperate with the Asia Pet Groomers Association (APGA) in Malaysia to hold the international pet grooming and grooming qualification. Ms.Zhu and Ms. Tang, the association's cooperative instructors, serve as the reviewers for the pet grooming certification
January 2016
In response to the educational exhibition held by the Hong Kong Amusement Park Association, introduce the pet grooming industry to students
February 2016
Invited by TVB to shoot a program to promote the correct concept of pet grooming and introduce content rated by beauticians
Sep 2016
Cooperate with the International Professional Pet Grooming Academy (IPGA) to hold [Pet Grooming Volunteer Training Course]
January 2018
Cooperate with the International Professional Pet Grooming Academy (IPGA) to participate in the [Saigon Youth Sharing Session] to promote the purpose and significance of pet grooming to the community
January 2018
March 2018
Cooperate with ipetmall.com.hk to hold a "one-day course on building an online store" to provide spare-time training for pet groomers
Participate in WAHL Seminar Tainan Station, exchange Speed Trimming fast beauty technology
May 2018
Academic exchanges with the World Groomer Association (WGA)
August 2018
Lend the venue to Ms. Carrie Lam to hold a seminar on "Pet Essential Oils and Business Opportunities" to share experiences with local pet grooming professionals
Nov 2018
Cooperate with the International Professional Pet Grooming Academy (IPGA) to hold [Entrepreneurial Accounting Lectures] for pet grooming entrepreneurs
January 2019
planning candidates toFCI's Taiwan Dog Association (KCT) participated in the pet groomer certification
May 2019
Promoted basic physiotherapy and aromatherapy for cats and dogs for Ms. Carrie Ho, Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing (Honours) from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Royal Veterinary College
May 2019
Filmed a new online teaching course on pet grooming and care for Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education of the Open University of Hong Kong [Self-study Program for Free Life]
August 2019
Invite senior door-to-door pet groomers to hold [door-to-door pet grooming sharing session]
Sep 2019
Held 【FCI's Taiwan Cattle and Dog Association (KCT) Certification Seminar】to provide a platform for local pet groomers to take public exams
December 2019
Organized a study tour in Tainan under FCI's Taiwan Dog Association (KCT)
planning candidates toFCI's Taiwan Dog Association (KCT) participates in the Pet Handler Certification
July 2020
Filmed a career planning series pet groomer for the Hong Kong Education Bureau, providing guidance and guidelines for all students in Hong Kong after graduation
March 2021
Hold 【Pet Industry Development and Operation Seminar 2021】
July 2021
Participate in the planning of the Education Bureau, [Self-financed Higher Education Alliance Institutions Launch 2021/2022 Yi Jin Diploma Program Information Day]
Aug 2021
Assist in the promotion of the veterinary lecture hosted by the 4th "Fate Line" group of Jiyi Chengqiu. Online Zoom sharing session on caring for older furry children [Recognizing Pets‧ Cherishing Life: Two Steps of Petting Activities (1)]
Sep 2021
Assisted in the promotion of the "Knowing Pets‧ Cherishing Life: Two Steps of Petting Activities (2)" Workshop on Furry Children's Life Storybook hosted by the 4th "Pet and Fate Line" group of Jiyi Chengqiu
December 2021
Invite senior pet groomers with 10 years of experience to hold [Professional pet groomer functions (knowledge, skills, behavior and attitude) sharing session]
Jun 2022
Shooting career planning for the Hong Kong Education Bureau. Live the Real Me VII Series Episode 2: Pet Grooming Instructor, providing guidance and guidelines for all students in Hong Kong after graduation
July 2022
Cooperate with the International Professional Pet Grooming Academy (IPGA) and invite the owners of two pet grooming shops to hold a [Pet Grooming Mentality and Preparation Sharing Session Before Employment]
July 2022
Participate in the planning of the Education Bureau, [Self-financed Higher Education Alliance Institutions Launch 2022/2023 Yi Jin Diploma Program Information Day]
Nov 2022
Academic exchanges with Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education of Hong Kong Metropolitan University and Taiwan Tajen University of Science and Technology
March 2022
Ms. Tang, the mentor of the association, represented the Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education and the International Professional Pet Grooming College of the Open University of Hong Kong, and conducted academic exchanges with the Pet Grooming Discipline of Daren University of Science and Technology in Taiwan
Aug 2022
Ms.Tang hosts an online teaching activity on the introduction of cat hair care for Hang Seng Bank employees
