Taiwan President Lai Ching-te praised for gentle interaction with dogs at pet expo

President Lai Ching-te demonstrated his affinity for animals and his support for the burgeoning pet industry during his visit to the Taipei Pet Products Exhibition. The president, who identifies as a "dog person" and owns two dogs himself, engaged warmly with attendees and their pets.

During his visit, President Lai made a point of interacting with several dogs. A particularly noted gesture involved him extending his hand for a dog to sniff before petting it. This cautious and considerate approach was widely praised by netizens, who saw it as an indicator of his character and empathy.

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Very delicious.

Beyond his interactions, President Lai also embraced the role of a shopper, browsing various pet supplies including food, treats, and accessories. He replenished his own dogs' supplies and selected gifts for former President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim, both of whom also have pets. In a lighthearted moment, he even sampled a pet meat treat, describing it as "very delicious."

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Seeing how someone treats a dog is pretty much how you can see their personality.