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Their First Media Event – Wagging Rights Launch

The Wong Dogs went for their first media event hosted by Wagging Rights (the latest state-of-the-art daycare and grooming facility) and realised... it is very different when you attend a media event with your furkids.

Instead of spending the entire time mingling with other guests, I spent a good portion checking on Cory and Cole in the play area.

Those two were not their usual selves and were constantly trying to get my attention during lunch. With these two not on their best behaviour, it was a miracle I still managed to get a few snapshots with a friend!

Props to Wagging Rights who made such a delicious lunch (I had two portions!) for the human guests while packing home-cooked meals for our canines!

Before I would let the pictures do the talking, here are five questions The Wong Dogs asked owner Lu-Yi Ong on her new establishment:

The shop front and interior is so unique and comfortable. Much like a home-setting. Who came up with the design and what was the inspiration?

I did! My own home is pretty modern and with Joo Chiat steeped in rich history and culture, I decided to go more eclectic and “old school”.

The puppy playground is deemed the number one equipment in dog care facilities in the United States. What makes it so?

It has the proper grip and height for off-leash play. It is also made from a single mould so pee won’t be able tp seep through.

Your profession previously is a lawyer. How different or similar is running Wagging Rights? More similarities than you think! My background was in litigation and with starting up Wagging Rights, it allows me to meet a diverse range of clients who have problems that need solving. Both professions require an ability to listen, tailor a practical solution with a cool, calm head no matter the situation.

Wagging Rights has a Get Fit programme. Tell us more about this.

It is still in the works and we have not officially launched it yet. When it is ready, it will be vet-approved. I believe in emphasising on the word, “Fit” as it is not just about losing weight.

You brought in Michelle Chan of Pup Pup “N” Away to train your partners in all ways dog behaviour-related. How did you decide that she was the perfect fit?

I have attended some of her classes and my partners have known her for years. We like the results that Positive Reward Training has and she is a great proponent of this method.

Again, thanks Wagging Rights for the very generous invite and goodie bag at the end.

Currently, there is a promotion happening where there is a FREE Doggy Daycare Trial. Cory and Cole might be taking it up soon so watch this space for updates!

Also, watch out for my post on Wagging Rights dog menu that has got The Wong Dogs quite impressed!

For more information, you can visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/waggingrightssg . If you would like to speak to Wagging Rights directly, do give them a call at 6447 0335.

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❤ "Their First Media Event – Wagging Rights Launch" was Posted On: Thursday, 16 October 2014 @23:34 | 0 Wong comments ✿

Treat Of The Week: Pawlicious Mooncakes

By now, many people would know that I have been looking forward to the Mid-Autumn Festival this year. More than just mooncakes for myself, is the choice of getting this popular annual snack for Cory and Cole.

The Wong Dogs went back to an old favourite and ordered Pawlicious’s many different flavours available.

“Since all of our food is human-inspired, why can’t our four-legged friends have mooncakes?” argues Jaster, who bakes these creations.

Besides a new flavour (lamb!) this year, Pawlicious decided to use organic whole wheat flour (rich source of calcium, iron and fiber), making this year’s mooncakes more nutritious for all their doggie customers.

Paw parents, you guys totally cannot miss is the addition of Snow Skin Mooncakes! Though Jaster is tight-lipped on revealing how she came up with this popular delicacy, she tells The Wong Dogs that the process was no walk in the park and required time for her to perfect the recipe.

In fact, this tough cookie nearly gave up though she is now glad that she didn’t. “It was difficult as I decided to do away with shortening due to it not being food for dogs. Icing and sugar was also omitted making Pawlicious’s Snow Skin Mooncakes totally safe for all our canine customers,” she explains. This year, Pawliicous introduced Potato & Cheese as their latest addition to the range.

When I cut open the traditional mooncake, you can obviously see that there is no stinging on the filling and each piece is chock-full with meats. As for the snow skin version, the colouring is derived from ingredients that include beetroot, purple sweet potato and cranberries.

What The Wong Dogs realised was the difference in packaging this year. Granted it is not something you will get from a high-end mooncake brand, but definitely beats plastic boxes, right?

Obviously enough, Cory and Cole gobbled their portions as if they weren't fed for days (the greedy buggers)

The boys had their fill and now, their furry friends such as Sam, Pecan and Buxley will be getting a portion too! Will your pet be chomping on a mooncake this year? Well, there is always next year and from what Jaster revealed, there are many more interesting flavours to look out for!

For more information on purchasing these dog-friendly mooncakes, please visit Pawlicious Facebook page.

You can also visit the Pawlicious website here.

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❤ "Treat Of The Week: Pawlicious Mooncakes" was Posted On: Monday, 25 August 2014 @10:39 | 0 Wong comments ✿

Happenstance Cafe - My Cosy Corner

Tucked at little lane (Opal Crescent) along Serangoon Road, it is easy to see why this cosy outfit is gearing up to be a hit with pet owners in the area. At first glance, experienced furkid owners will wonder how the classy wooden flooring will hold up against ‘accidents’ (pee and poo don’t exactly do wonders for parquet) but owner Gigi tells me that she specially chose this Korean-brand of flooring which is known to be hardier and water-resistant – making it extremely pet friendly.

Besides the comfortable-looking interior and spacious floor space (a must for our furkids to mingle comfortably!), the menu had quite an interesting selection of light bites and main courses.

But what caught my eye was the option to ‘Create-Your-Own-Happenstance Pasta (starting from $8.90). I chose a cream-base penne.

Dessert lovers will crave the Chocolate Lava Muffins ($3.50) which were moist yet not too rich for my palate. If you prefer to while your afternoon away over a pot of tea, Happenstance Café offers gourmet brews ($5.50) such as Hangzhou green tea, Long Jing and the interestingly named Happenstance Teh-O (blackcurrant and liquorice base). Oh, yes! We heard that there are two types of teas for wine aficionados – Mieriot and Nior though I will save that for my next visit.