'Gang Hyeonguk Controversy Fallout' Seol Chaehyun Speaks Out "Don't Worry, I Might Be Like That Too"

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Amid the controversy surrounding dog trainer Kang Hyung-wook's workplace harassment allegations, another dog trainer and veterinarian, Seol Chae-hyun, has expressed her position.

Veterinarian specializing in pet behavior, Seol Chaehyun [Photo by Seol Chaehyun, Instagram capture]

On the 22nd, Seol posted on her social media, saying, "The atmosphere feels off, and I was quietly holding back because writing in such an atmosphere might make me look opportunistic. However, seeing the worried and suspicious looks, I want to clarify that I am not like that."

Seol, an expert in pet behavioral medicine who runs an animal hospital in Seoul, shared a photo with her staff and stated, "I have been working with them for 8 years, 7 years, 6 years, and 3 years respectively."

She explained, "I try my best for my staff. I am always sorry for not being able to do better, but I am grateful to my friends who stick with me like cicadas to create a proper education culture in our country." She also mentioned the names and durations of employment of her staff, expressing affection and gratitude.

Seol emphasized, "In conclusion, you don't have to worry about me doing any (power harassment). Honestly, without that, I would be a corpse."

The post also received comments from her employees. A former employee, A, said, "I have been working with Teacher Seol since before she became famous, back when she was a veterinarian. When pet owners and dogs were struggling due to improper training methods, she worked hard behind the scenes." A added, "When I was sick due to personal reasons while working with Teacher Seol, she helped me return to work, and I learned well under her guidance and now run a kindergarten."

Another employee, B, said, "Despite the busy schedule, she was always kind to the staff, and above all, she was never insincere to the dogs even for a moment." B continued, "Even when meeting dogs and owners for filming and providing solutions, she tried her best to offer help beyond just a one-time effort."

Those who appeared on the show "There Are No Bad Dogs in the World," in which Seol participated, also left comments. C, who identified as a family member of a participant, said, "Teacher Seol built a house for a black dog late into the night, even when the cameras were off. I was truly moved by how much she loves dogs." Another participant, D, said, "Even after filming ended, she continued medication treatment for nearly a year and kept providing various feedback," showing support for Seol.

Seol is known as a dog trainer and veterinarian who has appeared on numerous pet-related TV programs such as "There Are No Bad Dogs in the World" and "Dogs and Cats That Need Conversation."