Clubpets cover page shoot!

I have been praying for good weather today because it's nn and Amber's 1st cover page photoshoot. They did appear on magazines but it's either using my photos or not on the cover page. hehe.. Excited! 

I think nn was more excited than me because it was the 1st time that she put on makeup. haha.. And for me, it was actually very tiring changing them, getting their attention, etc. Didn't feel so tiring when I was the photographer. haha.. But it was a good experience. Can't wait to see the Sept issue of Clubpets magazine!

Credits:
photography by Avenue 8
hair & makeup by Andrea Lai
*thank you Sherlyn for sending me some of the behind the scene photos*

It's fate I think?

Everything happen for a reason. For a few months, I have been thinking of getting a sibling for Amber. And I was very inerested in this particular litter. I went to see that litter last Thursday and almost paid deposit for it, except that I didn't bring any cash. Daddy Chew passed me money on that very night. I was excited go to down and pay the deposit on Saturday but somehow, I hesitated. And in the end, I decided not to get it.

And Sunday, I received a private message from a desperate mummy. She needed help with her dogs as her daughter was diagnosed with cancer. And even though she is now cancer free after chemo, she still needs post treatments and transplant, etc. Her immune system is also not ready for animals in the house. And what is worse, the little girl is only less than 2 years old. My heart broke. As a mother of 2, I especially feel for her. I can imagine, for a little body to go through so much and yet as a mummy, there is nothing she can do to take away the pain, the side effect of treatments, it is really cruel and devastating for family. So I agreed to help her with 1 of her dogs while I ask around for help with the other dog.

This weekend, Amber and her dog will meet up to see if they can get along. If all are well, our house will be a temperory home for her dog till her daughter is all well. I hope very soon, the little girl and her dogs will have as much fun as nn and Amber.

Favourite park

Amber and my favourite park is definitely Bidadari Park. It has big green fields for the dogs to run about and not many people in the morning. 

This time we went to the Mt Vernon side. And to go to that side of the park, daddy Chew n I parked at the casket. In addition to the fact that Bidadari was ex cemetery, plus I think there is higher chances to bump into snakes, I guess I won't go to this side of the park alone.. lol.. I really don't know how to react if Amber bumped into a snake. 

The other side of the park is near to Cedar Girls. It's very big also. More open hence less shades. But it looks safer to me though Mz did encounter face to face with a snake. I guess should be safe if I keep Amber away from the tress and drains. Well, at least this side of the park has more people and people can hear if I ever shout for help. lol.. 

Separation anxiety

One big problem about having pet is going for holiday.. We will be leaving tomorrow morning so I have to send Amber to mm's place tonight.. sob sob.. A night without her is going to be so empty and quiet. Especially when she sleeps beside me every night. =( Sigh.. I seem to be the one suffering from separation anxiety. 

But well, at least I know she will be in good hands and she will be having mm as companion. Staycation for Amber! Be good my dear.. We will be back very soon..  

AAMM Swim day at Sun Petgamart

It's the moment that the buddies have been looking for! Swimming day! Yeah! 

Remember Xiao Dan from the old Upet at Pasir Ris? She is now here at Sun petgamart. Xiao Dan is really huge but gentle. I think many people would have been intimidated by her size. We were too at first. But went there a few more times and realised that she is really gentle. In fact NN scared her a little with her sudden movement when she tried to go closer to take a picture with her.. 

This is my 2nd time to the pool ever since it's opened. The pool is wider than the old one at Pasir Ris but not as deep I think. Both ends are gradual slope and it can be pretty slippery for both dogs and human. MM had difficulty coming up initially. But Audi and Amber were ok. 

The pool is under shade so it wasn't too hot even in days like this. BUT one thing really really irritated me was the mosquitoes!!! So many of them. They were like having buffet on us. Poor nn still scratching all around. Next time must must must bring insect repellent! 

Other than that, they have shower area for the dogs foc which is great! I can shower Amber and sun dry her a little before bringing her back to blow dry her. 

For the charges, there will be a 1 time membership fee of $38 but it entitles to discounts in store and also free weekend swim. I personally will avoid weekend because of the crowd. There will be a charge of $10 for weekdays swim and also do note that Sun petgamart is closed on every Tues for pool maintenence. 

Address of Sun Petgamart :
26, Seletar West Farmway 1

Who is wrong?

I just came across this incident whereby a golden retriever snapped at a small dog. And I really don't understand why people just point their fingers at the big dog without understanding the situation. Just because golden retrievers are big dogs. =_='

Apparently that small dog kept humping the golden retriever and I would say that it's actually sexual harassment! I don't know what others would do but if any human ladies were being harassed like that, I think the male would have died a few times already! lol… So as a female dog, she would naturally retaliate too! Even small dogs would snapped right. And why didn't the owner keep the dog by his/her side? I also don't like it when other males keep humping Amber and the owner just do nothing.… 

I don't side golden retriever because Amber is a golden retriever. She was bitten by an aggressive golden retriever for passing by him when she was 4 months old. I could still remember the pain.. But I hope people would at least understand the situation before pointing fingers at big dogs. 

Amber's favourite cafe!

 After visiting most of the pet friendly cafes in Singapore, my personal favourite definitely goes to Paw Pet-radise!! Simple and clean. But what I really like about this cafe is the spacious area catered for not only small dogs but big dogs as well! And of course also the owners' passion for animals! I think it's very important because our dogs' welfare come 1st rather than $$. At least my mind is at ease even if I were to leave Amber with them. Ok. in short, I just love them! =)

Food is yummy at reasonable price too. Japanese salad, chicken chop, black pepper chicken pasta, sandwiches are some of my favourite. And their mid wings is a MUST HAVE everytime we go! Bb and nn usually like the exact opposite food. But since both of them love the midwings so it's.. really something! haha.. 

Super yummilicious midwings

Their new kids menu. Just nice for nn. =) If not, I always have to share with her and I can't eat my black pepper chicken pasta! And I got so excited about the black pepper chicken pasta today that I have forgotten to take photo! =( 

See.. she is happy just looking at her prince charming Zegna

And her long time no see friend, Muffin

Amber simply loves to be there even though she doesn't really play with other dogs. She just love to walk around, look around at all the big people, small people, big dogs, small dogs. Silly girl. But ya, she does get a lot of attention and of course TREATS! With the meatballs and liver fruit cake, she will do anything and everything! 

The cafe has board games too to keep the kids occupied. I don't think they know what they were playing but they could just made a game with whatever they had. lol. 

I will try to bring Amber to the cafe to play with Mentos (their cafe ambassador) every week. So there is a chance catching Amber and nn there if anyone hopes to see them in person. =) The cafe welcomes everyone whether you have dog or not. If you do not have dogs, just go down and play with one! I think the dogs will be more than happy to have a tummy rub! =)  

Address of Paw Pet-radise: 
530 Balestier Road 

• Monville Mansion #01-07