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Treat Of The Week – Grandma Lucy’s Organic Oven Baked Dog Treats

Distributed by B2K Pet Products Singapore, Grandma Lucy’s Organic Dog Treats is the latest range of treats to be retailing here in Singapore. Aimed at pet owners who are conscious about what goes into the diet of their furkids, these oven-baked goodies are GMO-free, contain no by-products, no artificial colouring flavours, sweeteners and preservatives. Grandma Lucy also uses raw, human-grade ingredients which are sourced locally in the United States, which are USDA-inspected.

Though relatively new here in Singapore, Grandma Lucy’s Organic Dog Treats has been available in the United States for more than a decade. Friends living overseas have also assured me that the brand has had quite a good reputation all these years and so far have not been involved inany food recalls.

But how will these new range of treats stand out in such a competitive market and will pet owners be swayed to feed their canines organically today?

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I have always loved the use of fruits in the diets of Cory and Cole. However, peach was a relatively new ingredient for the boy so I am still a little biased towards blueberries. Apprehension grew as I realised there are no meat proteins included. Some Singaporean pet owners have also bemoaned the the absence of popular proteins such as lamb and chicken, citing reasons such as picky dogs.

However, The Wong Dogs are not too concerned as Grandma Lucy’s Organic Oven Baked Dog Treats are not meant to be a complete diet. In fact, a little meat-free treats might do them good in the long run as there have been studies showing that a diet that has too much protein can lead to several skin and kidney issues.

Upon opening the bag, I immediately realised the strong aroma of fruits which got many of the canines at the dog park running towards me.

The human taste-test revealed Grandma Lucy’s Organic Oven Basked Dog Treats to be quite tasty. No wonder Cory and Cole could not get enough of these little teddy-bear shaped biscuits. Also, one of the mantras of Grandma Lucy includes, “If it is not good enough for humans to eat, it will never be included in our food or treats…”

Retailing at $26.90, it is a slightly more expensive than most treats. But for a relatively large bag of organic (human-grade) and oven-baked treats that have been USDA-inspected, the price is actually quite reasonable.

Most interestingly, these treats are certified Kosher though one might question how this might be relatable to the majority of Muslims here in Singapore. Especially where there is still a stigma against owning or even touching a dog.

Singaporeans will be glad to know that the entire range Grandma Lucy’s Organic Oven Baked Dog Treats is available here and The Wong Dogs cannot wait to check out, and of course for Cory and Cole sample the rest, such as Cranberry and Pumpkin! Hmmm… Since Peach and Blueberry tasted quite good, I might even steal a couple from my next few bags! :p

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❤ "Treat Of The Week – Grandma Lucy’s Organic Oven Baked Dog Treats" was Posted On: Friday 31 October 2014 @01:03 | 0 Wong comments ✿

Knight - An American Making Singapore Home

Nine years. Almost a decade since I first met Simo Kuar at the then Singapore Fashion Festival 2005. It is surreal how we still keep in contact through the years, even when she went along with her husband, Karam Singh to the United States.

Then came about Knight and Simo says it was love at first sight back in August 2012.

“I was at PetSmart (a huge warehouse for pet products) when I saw an attached animal shelter which had a couple of puppies for adoption. That was when I saw Knight at eight weeks old who was abandoned with his mother and sister at the state capital. We are not sure what his bloodline was though he seems to have German Shephard, Bernese Mountain Dog and probably a little Australia Shepherd. All this doesn’t matter as we love him all the same,” she says.

When it was finally time for Simo to return to Singapore, it was never a question whether Knight was to come back to the little red dot with her. But transporting a pet via plane is no easy task.

“There were tons of paper work regarding his health and there those from EVA Air, which were all in Mandarin! It was less of a headache when Karam’s colleagues rendered their help,” says Simo.

But it was not paper work that was their biggest problem but the flight home. “Knight was in a crate for 30-plus hours from Seattle, transiting in Taipei before reaching Singapore. We even lined his crate as we didn’t think he could hold his bladder. But he actually didn’t poop or pee till reaching Singapore’s quarantine centre where he relived himself for a good 10 minutes,” says Simo.

It has been six months since Knight has been in Singapore and he is slowly adjusting to life here. “He obviously has issues with the heat! Also, he misses his friends back in the States as he saw them almost every day. But he gets quite a bit of attention, especially when he plays ‘fetch!’ at the field. People just stop and watch!”

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❤ "Knight - An American Making Singapore Home" was Posted On: Thursday 30 October 2014 @00:34 | 0 Wong comments ✿

Cooked To Perfection - Wagging Rights Meals For Dogs

The Wong Dogs was invited for their very first media event by Wagging Rights (more on that in another post) and came back with quite the haul.

What caught our attention at first was a freezer filled with homemade meals for canines. It seems WaggingRights is huge on cooking for their canines.

Wagging Rights meals compromise of 60% human-grade meats from a local wholesaler (75% in grain-free and raw versions) with the other 40% comprising of fresh fruit, vegetables and supplements such as calcium phosphate, vitamin D, zinc etc.

“Feeding your dog right is the biggest positive impact you have on your dog’s life. We feel – and we know so from experience – that proper feeding practices greatly improves both life span and quality of life for dogs. What this means for the owners is healthier, happier, sturdier dogs that need fewer visits to the vet. We want to change the way you feed your dog, one meal at a time,” says Lu-Yi.

Wagging Rights also cater to different preferences and under special request, can prep grain-free and raw versions of all their recipes.

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During the media preview last week, the people behind Wagging Rights blessed The Wong Dogs with four different flavours to savour. The first night, Cory enjoyed a heart Sunday Roast Beef set that was contained farm-raised beef with sauté broccoli, carrots, watermelon cubes and blueberries. Picky Cole (ever the epicurean) on the other hand took in the sweet-smelling Posh Pulled Pork set that came with pork medallions, sauté spinach, French beans, red peppers and apple bits. Both the boys finished everything up within five minutes tops. The boys will enjoy Chicken Terrine and Shepherd Lamb Stew next week.

It is not easy to impress The Wong Dogs with home-cooked food for pets. But if you are truly serious in getting a balanced home-cooked diet for Fido, then The Wong Dogs can gladly say Wagging Rights should be your first stop. How could I not be when every single item on the menu has been measured to perfection?

Through my conversation with founder Lu-Yi Ong, she was able to give me the lowdown on what the ideal meal for a dog should be. Even the nitty-gritty, and sometimes controversial details such as supplements was not spared.
I love how the dog menu has also been meticulously styled (to charm the eyes of pet owners, I am sure). After all, don't we all feel better when food is presented in such a manner? Whether our pets realise it or not. :p

Many a times, I have seen many would-be furkid-food chefs carrying walking around overweight canines. Mind you, these people buy their produce straight from the supermarket and rarely do these fortunate dogs eat kibble. The problem is portioning – it is either too much of something that sometimes lead to obesity or health problems in most of these furkids.

“Through many years of dog ownership. Plus, my partners have worked with so many dogs. This experience has taught us that a well-balanced diet prevents lots of health issues in later life,” says Lu-Yi.

To find out more on Wagging Rights' dog menu, you can visit their Facebook page or call them at 6447 0335

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❤ "Cooked To Perfection - Wagging Rights Meals For Dogs" was Posted On: Tuesday 21 October 2014 @01:28 | 0 Wong comments ✿

Treat Of The Week – Old Mother Hubbard Gourmet Goodies

It is not easy to stand out in the pet treat market. But in the case of Old Mother Hubbard BakingCompany, it has always taken a back seat while its more well-known sister brand such as Wellness. Honestly, even Cory and Cole haven’t had much experience for Old Mother Hubbard Baking Company, save for Cory their Soft & Chewy Mother’s Solutions Skin & Coat range about two years ago.

But all that is set to change with the release of Gourmet Goodies. Their latest expansion which is described as having “plenty of artisanal textures and tastes to choose from…”

Old Mother Hubbard Baking Company’s Gourmet Goodies stock three different “textured” treats which promises something different for every dog out there:

Crispers CrunchyCheesy Dog Snacks

Wheat-free, the main ingredients are cheese and meat. Pet owners can decide between Cheddar, Chicken & Rosemary or Parmesan, Bacon & Tomato.

Soft Bakes NaturalMoist Dog Snacks

These slow-baked cookies come in three options: Applesauce & Oatmeal, Carrots & Pumpkin and Peanut Butter & Carob.

Fruit’In Duo-LayeredDog Snacks

If your furkid is big on fruits such as blueberries and applies, they will love this duo-layered square-shaped treats that are crunchy on the outside and soft inside: Honey, Apple & Bacon and Honey, Oatmeal & Blueberries.

That is quite a huge release. But how did Cory and Cole like Old Mother Hubbard Baking Company’s latest offerings?

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Cory always had a good impression on Old Mother Hubbard Baking Company’s treats. But as this was Cole’s first time, you never know how this fussy pot will react to them.

While Cory the vacuum cleaner took every treat readily, Cole seem to prefer the Soft Bakes and Fruit’In. However, when he realised I was not budging when offering him, he took in the Crispers treat, realising he liked the taste, and started begging for more… That silly bugger.

As a pet owner, I loved how these treats were of a decent size. Call it a personal preference, but not only do Cory and Cole seem to enjoy chewing longer, it allows me to break them into half (still bigger than most mini treats) and share the portions between the two. Attractive packaging aside, the short ingredient list is simple to read, allowing me to check immediately which pack might not be suitable for Cory.

Since I had quite a few packs, I shared them with some of the Zhongshan Park Dog Group’s furkids. Though most took in these delicious-smelling treats readily, there were some princesses who turned their noses in the other direction. Yes, looking at you Dark MiniMoon!

In a nutshell, the pickiest of eaters will probably have some reservations so pet owners best know what their furkids love (taste and texture) before deciding. After all, if they don’t like it hard, they will go for the Soft Bakes, right?

Old Mother Hubbard Baking Company products are available at most pet stores. For more information such as finding out which location is the closest to you, call Silversky at 6742 7845

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