Cat owners, rejoice! The Grateful Pet is releasing their first-ever cat food line for your feline pawpals on 1st December 2021.
The brand’s new line of nutritious raw cat food will be their first offering for cats, adding to their existing line of gently cooked and raw dog food. Cat owners can look forward to the brand’s signature superfoods boosted flash-frozen meals that are rich in animal protein and boosted with feline-friendly fresh ingredients.
Flavour Options
The three new recipes are:
Chicken
Beef & Chicken
Kangaroo & Chicken
Chicken
Beef & Chicken
Kangaroo & Chicken
All meals are 100% preservative-free and made without grains, gluten, corn, wheat, soy and synthetic vitamins. The raw cat food is sold in a box containing 12 x 85g tubs (1.02kg). Prices start from $32/box.
A new formula
Made with a minimum of 95% lean muscle and organ meat, The Grateful Pet’s human-grade raw cat food caters to the dietary needs of cats who thrive on predominantly meat diets. Meals are also enriched with taurine, an essential amino acid that contributes to healthy digestive function, good vision and heart health.
The superfoods used for the formula — including fermented prebiotic seaweed and New Zealand green-lipped mussel — are taken from a species-appropriate selection that ensures your felines feel amazing from the inside and out. Natural ingredients like cod liver oil and nutritional yeast are also added to support your cat’s immunity and maintain healthy joints with every bite.
How to prepare it for your feline
Each box contains 12 tubs — Just thaw the number of tubs you want!
Feeding The Grateful Pet raw cat food is easy—simply thaw the desired number of tubs and serve. This range of time-saving meals is also perfect for busy cat owners as all nutritional guesswork is taken out with these AAFCO-complete and balanced raw meals.
As a way of giving back to the animal shelter community in Singapore, a portion of proceeds from each sale will be donated to Causes for Animals Singapore through The Grateful Give Back, the company’s community outreach arm.
To learn more about The Grateful Pet and to place an order, visit their site now!
This Christmas season, everyone is excited to extend a hand and respond to the spirit of giving. What better way to give back to the community than to share a bowl (of food) with those who need it the most? Pet Lovers Centre and Pet Lovers Foundation are organising their annual fundraising event — The 14th Annual Pet Food Drive 2021 — to lend support to three Animal Welfare Groups (AWGs) in Singapore.
This pet food drive provides a fresh opportunity for all of us to serve our less-than-fortunate four-legged friends by contributing whatever food we can. Let us remember the pawpals who can’t speak for themselves and have nobody to care for them save a few generous hearts like yours.
About the organisers
Pet Lovers Foundation
Set up in 2009, Pet Lovers Foundation is the first non-profit organisation in Singapore that aims to help animal welfare organisations in Singapore. Besides contributing financially to them, Pet Lovers Foundation also helps them raise funds through jointly developed and organised programmes and activities.
Pet Lovers Centre
Pet Lovers Centre (PLC) is collectively the largest and only pet care retail chain in South East Asia. A household name today, PLC has become the standard-bearer for responsible pet ownership. The retail chain offers the widest and freshest range of products, continuing to delight pet owners and pets alike ever since its founding in 1973.
Meet the beneficiaries
1. Animal Lovers League
Animal Lovers League (ALL) aims to encourage the public to adopt instead of buying animals, and endeavour to rejoin the animals at ALL with loving and committed families. In addition to feeding strays, ALL also brings animals for veterinary check-ups when they are sick or injured, to vaccinate them against illnesses, and to neuter/sterilise them.
2. Cat Welfare Society
The Cat Welfare Society (CWS) aims to make Singapore a stray-free country and prevent the inhumane culling of cats. Their work includes community mediation and frontline intervention, community cat population management, as well as education, outreach, and advocacy.
3. Mercylight Animal Rescue & Sanctuary Limited
Mercylight Animal Rescue And Sanctuary Limited holds a strong desire to care for animals by helping them find the right homes. The group promotes compassion for animals through the provision of animal welfare services and the prevention of cruelty to animals.
Here’s how you can help
Last year’s pet food drive was a resounding success. The beneficiaries of the pet food drive received a whopping $653,332 in contributions — that’s 39,908kg of pet food pledged! This year, Pet Lovers Centre and Pet Lovers Foundation hope to match or even better that value. Your help will come in handy.
For the 14th Annual Pet Food Drive, the chosen premium pet foods are:
1st Choice
Burp!
Fish4Cats
Fish4Dogs
Simply go to any Pet Lovers Centre and The Pet Safari stores to pledge these products. Alternatively, you can call 1-800-PET-FOOD (1-800-738-3663) or pledge online through here. Contributions are open from 26 November to 12 December, so don’t miss out on it!
All food pledged will be ordered fresh after the campaign and ready in Q2 2022. Beneficiaries will feed the animals in the shelters with the contributed pet food and share it with other smaller AWGs, as well as fosterers and cat caregivers.
This Christmas, worry no more with Furbo’s Smart Dog Camera!
If you are struggling to decide on a gift for your hyperactive and attention-seeking doggo, look no further! We’ve put together a perfect Furbo-themed gift guide for you (or your friend!)
Stay tuned until the end for a giveaway surprise ?
So, what’s a Furbo?
Furbo is an interactive smart dog camera designed specifically for dogs!
This paw-some device helps you see, talk, and toss treats to your dog remotely! Hailed as the best pet cam anywhere, this state of the art equipment is jacked with a super clear 1080p Full HD, 4x zoom, 160’ wide-angle and night vision camera. Your dog will never feel like they are alone. You can also keep your eye on them (and your house!) with this camera.
COURTESY OF FURBO DOG CAMERA
It is also a great gift for those who are transitioning back to working in the office. With their Barking alerts, the device will send you an alert whenever your dog begins to bark loudly. You can check in on them via the Furbo camera, or by speaking to them through the Furbo itself. Their camera also comes with an attached speaker that will help you interact with your pet.
It is certainly one of the greatest gifts out there this Christmas!
And Furbo’s Black Friday Sale is also around the corner, stay connected with Furbo!
You can use code ‘PAWJOURR30’ to save $30 OFF (min. Spend $299) on Furbo to enjoy saving even when there is no sale.
Valid in Furbo Singapore website only. Expires 31 Dec 2021. Not applicable with other promo codes or sales.
(Plus, did we mention their sleek and minimalist design will blend in perfectly with your furniture?)
To help you keep the treats going…
Stock up on treats for your Furbo! As mentioned, Furbo Smart Dog Camera also allows you to dispense dog treats through the device. You can opt to set a fixed schedule for snacks or dispense them manually through a mobile device.
COURTESY OF FURBO DOG CAMERA
According to Furbo, treats that are not too crumbly, sticky or wet are most compatible with their device. Treats that are smaller than the dispenser are also ideal. Recommended treat sizes are those within half an inch to an inch.
Here are some products that we believe would be compatible with Furbo:
For the Health Conscious
Taffy Barkery Freeze-Dried Treats
These single-ingredient treats are freeze-dried to ensure an optimal snacking experience. It currently comes in a variety of flavours so you can choose something that is most suitable for your pet.
Plus, their bite-size pieces fit perfectly in the Furbo’s treat dispenser!
2. For Non-Meat Lovers
Fish4Dogs
Explore the tantalising world of seafood. Made with Norwegian Ocean white fish, Fish4Dogs freeze-dried white fish treats provide great nutrition for your pets. You can check out a pet owner’s review of the brand here.
3. For Picky Eaters
Vitakraft Beef Stick Quadros
This brand has a strong reputation for being every dog’s kryptonite (and with good reason!). These beef stick Quadros are diamond-shaped and contain a tantalising slither of cheese in every bite. In the event that the pieces are too large for your Furbo, you can break them into pieces.
Still not sure? You can also opt to redeem samples with us to see what best suits your pet (and their Furbo!). Check out available treats here.
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This October, the Royal Albatross team is inviting a party of ghouls onboard their dog-friendly cruise ship. Following the success of their previous Halloween event, Peter Pela, CEO and owner of Royal Albatross, announced their desire to “spice things up”.
As such, get ready for a frightening evening out, packed with ghosts and goblins as you set sail on their “Howl-loween – The Barkest Night” cruise. Running from 27th to 31st October, watch as the luxury cruise ship transforms itself into a tattered, run-down version of its past self. Paw-rents (and their pups!) are also invited to dress up for this special event. Best dressed guests are eligible to win prizes worth over $200!
Possible costume idea?
The theme for this year revolves around the mysterious waters of the “Sentosa Triangle”. As such the ship’s route will take you through the Sentosa coastline. A gourmet 3-course dinner will be served. You can opt to upgrade to a 6-course dinner at $50+++ per pax. Dog meals are prepared by their official partner, BOM BOM Catering. As quoted by Raphael Lim, their Head of Marketing, dinners will be served with a “dark twist”. What that is, is up to you to find out!
The month of August marks a special event for Singaporeans.
On the 9th of August, Singaporeans gather around to celebrate their National Day. Due to heightened pandemic alerts, celebrations were held online. As such, many Singaporeans took this opportunity to spend some time with their loved ones in the comfort and safety of their homes.
Since adopting Dexter, the 9th of August marks more than 1 special occasion for Shermaine. Here’s what she had to say:
What does Singapore mean to you and how will you be celebrating National Day this year?
Growing up in Singapore, this country symbolises comfort and security for me.
Especially during these trying times, I am glad that our pandemic situation has not spiralled out of control. I feel assured that we are reasonably protected in Singapore!
I also enjoy the peace and security we have in Singapore that I think we should definitely not take for granted!
This year, the performances have been postponed, but I believe my family and I would still be up to watch the parade! Definitely can’t miss out on the flypast, am I right? ?
Afterwards, it would just be a really chill day. I intend to catch up on some family time and celebrate my little monkey’s* birthday! I ordered a birthday cake for him so I am pretty excited about that. It will be a small celebration though since we are unable to invite his doggy friends.
*Little Monkey is the nickname Shermaine has for her pomeranian dog, Dexter.
Oh wow, what a surprise! What does it mean to celebrate both Dexter and Singapore’s birthday on the same day?
I was relatively surprised too when I found out that he is a National Day baby. It is great because I can be sure I would always have time to celebrate his birthday since it is a Public Holiday. Plus, enjoy some fireworks! (though not this year)
Dexter is my second dog after the sudden passing of my first dog named Junior. Hence, I understand wholeheartedly the importance of cherishing every moment I have with him. He is an integral part of my family so I always feel the need to protect him. Especially since he is dependent on me for his living.
He is my baby and I will do anything to keep him safe and happy!
That is so sweet! I can sense that you share a deep bond with Dexter. What are some steps you take to protect your furkid?
I bring him out for regular checkups which are super important. I also believe in the importance of vaccinating your pets. Since Dexter is relatively small, I have to be sure not to over-vaccinate him. Just the essential shots to reduce his susceptibility to illnesses. Prevention is better than cure!
My expenditure for vet visits is constantly increasing. Based on my past experience with Junior, medical costs are always a concern. From the pet owners I have talked to, most of them recommended pet insurance. I think it works similarly to human’s insurance, right?
If we purchase insurance for our family members, and Dexter is family, then certainly I should be getting him some too!
Speaking of pet insurance, have you heard about Aon Happy Tails?
Yes, I have!
I heard that toy and small breeds like Pomeranians are very prone to joint issues such as luxating patella. Dexter is one of them. For an active dog like him who is constantly jumping and running around, I worry about him constantly. However, I am aware that luxating patella is only covered by Aon Happy Tails pet insurance if it is not a pre-existing condition.
That being said, for dog owners who are extremely concerned about their dog’s safety- I would recommend looking into Aon Happy Tails pet insurance. Even though Dexter’s luxating patella would not be covered, I would still consider purchasing it, in case he develops further issues in the future.
Plus, I’ve always heard good recommendations and reviews regarding Aon Happy Tails. Just remember to cut down on the BBT* so that your little one is well protected! #WorthIt
* BBT refers to bubble tea, one of Shermaine’s favourite drinks.
Aon Happy Tails pet insurance covers a wide range of illnesses and medical conditions such as:
Luxating Patella
Hip and Elbow Dyplasia
Cherry Eye
Glaucoma
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Femoral Head and Neck Excision
** DISCLAIMER: There is a ninety (90) days waiting period for sicknesses and a twelve (12) month waiting period for Specified Hereditary and Congenital sicknesses from the policy’s first commencement during which sicknesses claims are not payable.
During the twelve (12) month waiting period, if conditions or symptoms of luxating patella begin to emerge, it will be considered a pre-existing condition and will no longer be covered by Aon Happy Tails. For Shermaine’s case, since luxating patella is already an existing condition for Dexter, it would not be covered under her purchase of Aon Happy Tails pet insurance!
For more information, you can also check out their dedicated online portal which helps pet parents obtain a library of pet-related information, as well as ensure their sign up process is smooth and easy to access. You can also access their pricing plans via their website. Simply enter your details and get a quote!
With Aon Happy Tails, rest assured your pet is in safe hands.
You can find out more about Aon Happy Tails pet insurance via their Instagram or Website.
Last month, we launched our very first The Woof Agency (TWA) Cookoff featuring Bronco Always Good Peanut Butter.
Inspired by @dubuwubu, pet owners were invited to concoct their very own dog-friendly recipes with Bronco Peanut Butter. We were truly impressed with the creativity of our paw-rents.
1. Dubu’s Satay
We kicked things off with Dubu’s amazing satay meal. Her dish inspired other pet owners to experiment and create their own recipes with Bronco peanut butter.
Flea and ticks thrive in warmer climate hence the humid weather of Singapore increases the vulnerability of our pets. If left unattended, flea and ticks can cause serious health problems such as tick-borne illnesses and allergic reactions. Not to mention, the constant aggravating itch that your pets will endure.
Bravecto recently formulated an oral chew for dogs, that targets most fleas and ticks. A single chew provides you with up to 12 weeks of protection! During which, the chew promises to eradicate pests such as the brown dog tick, American dog tick and even the lone star tick.
It also addresses other ailments such as ear mites, sarcoptic mange and Demodex mites. Bravecto also kills newly emerged fleas before they lay eggs. Thus, breaking the flea life cycle.
Their long-lasting coverage also breaks the average monthly medication cycle – Say goodbye to monthly purchases and/or medication reminders! With their Bravecto Chews, paw-rents can kick back and relax as the chew works its magic.
Not forgetting that this tasty chew makes it easy to feed. You no longer have to worry about forcing your pets to stay still while you apply topical ointments onto their fur.
Bravecto Chews disguises medication in a delectable coating making it a treat your dogs would be eager to consume.
Check out what our pet owners had to say!:
Super fuss-free and easy to feed even for picky eaters like Eurus!
Instagram @babyeuruschan
It worked so well with Toto, and I can also administer it less frequently than other monthly treatment options. ??
Instagram @Toto_thedoodle
I am a Bravecto super fan! I’ve been using Bravecto for almost 3 years now and I’ve never had a single tick spotted on me before – serious, not kidding. Bravecto is fast, easy and lasting as it kills active fleas and ticks within 12 hours.
Instagram @Yuri_thecorgi
A few attractive benefits stand out:
Easier to administer than topical ointments
Effectively kills all fleas and ticks (within 8-12 hours of consumption!)
Lighter on the wallet – long-lasting protection means fewer dosages = less medication required!
Bravecto owes part of its success to its active ingredient – fluralaner. When a chew is consumed, fluralaner is dispersed throughout your pet’s body hence killing all fleas and ticks upon contact. Not to worry, the substance itself is safe to consume. However, it may be wise to check with your veterinarian if your pet is suitable for the product before switching over to Bravecto chew.
They are currently offering attractive discounts for Shopee and Lazada’s 7.7 sales! Try them out today! Their storewide sales cover all of their Chew variants – do check your pet’s weight before purchasing the corresponding product.
Get up to 20% storewide!
Purchase 2 for an additional 7% off! Alternatively, paw-rents looking to stock up can also purchase a bundle of 4 and get 1 pack free!
You can also continue to check out their ongoing discounts on Shopee and Lazada.
Studio Kinu offers one of a kind shots with their cosy picturesque backdrops– meant to mimic the comfort and ease of your daily home.
Though their speciality appears to be family photos, their clientele reaches far and wide: On their portfolio, they showcase engagement pictures, pregnancy shoots, and most surprisingly, pets!
Credits: https://www.instagram.com/p/CFL0Y3fnq2w/
We interviewed MK, Studio Kinu’s founder, and main photographer to find out more about their business. We also reached out to you! (Pawjourr community) for some questions.
Interview with MK of Studio Kinu
@promisethedoggie: What inspired you to start this business?
I started my photography journey as a wedding photographer when I was 18. I truly enjoy photographing my clients and it means so much to me that they’d entrust me to capture their big day. However, as most wedding ceremonies are often held over the weekends, it meant that taking more jobs = burning away my weekends.
After meeting my life partner and having our dogs, weekends are so much more precious to me. I started to think of ways that I can still do what I am passionate about, while at the same time spending time with my loved ones. Thus, the idea of a studio came to life! People and animals are the inspiration for the name of our studio – KINU, a mashup of KIN (relationships) + INU (dogs).
Indeed, the photos produced at Studio Kinu do bring out the best in our relationships. In fact, they appear to carry a strong aura of nostalgia and family. Perhaps it is the bright cool-toned temperature of their pictures that appear as though it has been pulled out of your memory or all too familiar sofa sets that you can find in your grandparent’s home; Studio Kinu’s photoshoots emphasise on capturing the smiles you share with the people you love.
Credit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CQpmfR0nAcn/
As mentioned, their photos are not constrained to the human business, as they offer photoshoot packages that accommodate your pets as well. That way you can capture precious moments shared with your animals too!
Jane, Tay and Oolong had such great fun at Studio Kinu. Oolong posed well for the camera, all thanks to the accommodating nature of the studio!
Credit: https://www.instagram.com/oolongmilkytea/
Accommodating Your Pets
@zorro_tales and @theobislife: How does your studio work to accommodate the needs of our pets?
Before the photoshoot, we usually communicate with the owners to let their pets pee and poop before coming up. We take some time to let the pets familiarise themselves with us, and when the photoshoot starts, we have squeakers and treats to help capture the attention of your pet!
Our mini sessions are the perfect trial packages for anyone who is keen to try out studio photoshoots! It is a short 20 mins session, perfect for those with young babies or a family with grandparents and daddies that aren’t as keen to be in photos.
@harley.pomsky1008: Do they have outdoor and indoor packages?
Yes, we do! Please check out our rate card (linked below!) which includes our studio packages, as well as outdoor packages.
Emma and Toto on studiokinu.com
@iamcookiebae: How much does it cost per photoshoot?
It depends! For studio shoots, we have 3 packages. Mini session $288, Classic session $428, Deluxe session $628. (Full rate card down below!)
@loudtwinklebaby: In lieu of the COVID-19 restrictions, how many people (and pets!) are allowed for a single photoshoot?
According to IMDA, up to 10 pax can appear in a photo unmasked and the studio can have up to 15 pax.
Graduation Shoots?
One thing that stood out the most to us is the studio’s potential for graduation photos! In lieu of the recent pandemic, many of our recent graduates are unable to attend live ceremonies to celebrate their achievements. Hence, graduate photoshoots are in high demand as it helps them commemorate this significant milestone.
The most standard graduation studio shot likely involves a green screen or a giant fake image as your backdrop. However, with Studio Kinu styled sets, your pictures will definitely stand out. However, if you do prefer solid colour backdrops- this option is still available!
Quote ‘PAWJOURR15’ when booking for 15% discount on both indoor and outdoor shoots.
Pawjourr+ members can claim an additional 5% off! Click here to reveal the code.
Download Studio Kinu’s rate card below for more information:
Here at Pawjourr, we offer a variety of free samples for our pet influencers to try.
Recently, we released a collection of Bronco Pâté, offering up to 7 different flavours.
Bronco Pâté recipes are formulated without any grains, artificial preservatives or added colouring. Plus, their use of organic ingredients provides the necessary nutrients to your dog’s diet.
We reached out to jr.boyboy and his owner to find out more about their experience with Bronco Pâté.
Jr. Wong Boyboy is an adorable Shih Tzu dog who currently has over 1k followers on Instagram.
Interview with Jr.Boyboy
Hi there! I would love to know more about Jr’s mealtime habits. What would you consider your top concerns regarding Jr’s diet?
Jr usually has home-cooked food for his meals, boiled meat with vegetables (with the broth/soup because he doesn’t drink often from his water bowl hahaha).
Luckily, he doesn’t really have any preference because he is very food driven! My top concerns are mostly centred around his meat allergies because his skin is very sensitive.
Alongside his meals, there are supplements we add on such as glucosamine & coconut oil with his breakfast and fish oil, vitamin E, and rosehip with dinner.
How did you first hear about Bronco Pâté and what drew you to acquire said product?
I first heard of it through TWA/Pawjourr and it interested me because of the ingredient list. I liked that the pates have limited ingredients because many other affordable wet food brands contain unhealthy components such as salt, baking soda, etc.
Some even have vague terms like “meat flavour” which usually contains chicken.
What was your impression of Bronco Pâté?
Aside from the beneficial ingredients, I like that the portion is just right for Jr because I prefer to purchase wet food in smaller packaging since he doesn’t eat wet foods often.
The design is also simple yet effective, the colours and visuals complement each other.
How did Jr take to Bronco Pâté?
Jr loved it when he first had it! Hahaha he gets very excited about wet food.
How does Bronco Pâté help to address the concerns you had for Jr?
I like that the ingredient list contains the specific proteins so, I need not worry about triggering his skin.
We understand that you have since converted to Bronco Pâté. How has Jr improved since feeding Bronco Pâté?
Jr still gets very excited when we feed him Bronco on the weekends as ‘fast food’, haha! He runs after us when we take out the pates and scarfs down the entire bowl.
Would you recommend this product to pet owners? Why or why not?
Yes! I would recommend this to other pet owners because it is a healthier alternative to other brands that contain vague and/or unhealthy ingredients. It is convenient and affordable, especially for small dogs.
For bigger dogs, I’d suggest for them to get the canned versions since it has more.
We would love to know your thoughts and opinions on our Pawjourr samples. If you are a pet owner who feels strongly about a product, reach out to us via Instagram and get a chance to be featured in our articles!
We once again thank jr.boyboy and his owner for their time and effort in answering our questions.
