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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 ✿

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 ✿

Treat Of The Week – Basic Instinct Spare Ribs

Apologies on the post being late! As such, The Wong Dogs will be doing two Treat Of The Week reviews this week! :p

Deemed one of Singapore’s first chewies, Basic Instinct is readily available in pet stores around the island. Many experienced pet owners I know have personal experience with Basic Instinct Spare Ribs, recounting positive instances of excited pooches listening to every command before they are dished out a rib.

Besides being a good chewing exercise for Fido, it can act as a sort of dental care for their tooth, helping to remove trapped bits of particles stuck between their canines: preventing plaque which can result in gum disease.

Processed in New Zealand (where one of the highest levels of food safety exists), Basic Instinct Spare Ribs are considered all-natural and contain none of the following – preservatives, artificial flavourings, colourings, steroids and antibiotics.

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While Cory has had experience with Basic Instinct Spare Ribs a couple of years ago, Cole was on another brand previously. I was a little hesitant in purchasing a pack for Cory as this Miniature Schnauzer got a little spoiled last year and would carry around a rib whining for attention. With the addition of Cole to the household, I wondered if it would be any different.

Well, it seems with my Singapore Special in the house, dear Cory seems to appreciate his treats a little more and tends to finish them off instead of leaving them around.

One of the reasons why this is such a great option as compared to baked biscuits is the amount of energy they spend gnawing on these bones. I usually get a good five to 10 minutes of me-time with another 15 to 20 minutes of them relaxing out after a good chew. Hey, that shows they are satisfied, right? Though it is mentioned above that it can be a sort of dental care, it is still advisable to brush your dog’s teeth everyday.

Basic Instinct Spare Ribs is mighty affordable with the 200g bag going for $10.80 while the 500g bag retailing at $26. The best part, they last quite awhile! Unless you give your dog more than one a day, these treats are perfect for the pet owner on a budget but still looking for quality treats that suit their precious furkid.

Also, did we mention they smell quite good? Such is the privileged life of our pets.

Basic Instinct Spare Ribs is distributed by Silversky and is sold in most pet stores. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.

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❤ "Treat Of The Week – Basic Instinct Spare Ribs" was Posted On: Sunday, 3 August 2014 @21:31 | 0 Wong comments ✿

Treats Of Creativity - Feed My Paws

With this dreary weather, it can only mean one thing, sharing The Wong Dog's latest finds - meaning what Cory and Cole have been munching on! Let’s hope these two rascals keep their weight down with all the exercise I am giving them!

This time, the boys received a fabulous care package from the up-and-coming Feed My Paws! Owner and professional dog sitter, Crystle Tan made it a point to ask which of her many treats and cakes would suit the boys. I ended up quite a haul. She explains that this is simply due to the well-being of every pet, “Every item on the menu is typically made-to-order.”

Starting Feed My Paws in November last year, Tan had a head start in her cooking skills when she had to prepare home-cooked meals for pets with different nutritional needs every day. “My customers were very happy to see the difference the meals made to the lifestyle of their pets,” she says. Soon, her customers were taking orders from her and that encouraged Tan to go into this full time.

Delivery day came and Tan made sure the boys had something extra special! An extra packet of Beef Lungs and pup cakes were added to the mix!

Cory and Cole’s sampling platter:

1. Little Carrots Biscuits (From $10.00)

Who knew that carrots treats could look this good? Adding in Manuka honey for a boost of antioxidants, it is a guilt-free moment every time I dished one out for good behaviour.

2. Mighty Milk Animal Cookies (From $14.00)
It is a zoo out there! These are almost too cute to let the boys chomp everything down! Using lactose-free cow’s and goat’s milk, these are easy to digest. Insisting on using organic produce, these Might Milk Animal Cookies also contains organic brown rice flour and coconut oil.

3. Organic Mini Cupcakes (Set of four for $9.80)
It is going to get messy! But can you blame the boys when they smelt so fragrant? With ingredients brown rice, carrots, pumpkin, sweet potato among others, you can also choose from a variety of meats such as Beef, Salmon, Pork and Chicken.

4. Pork and Apple Cinnamon Cookies (From $12.00)
If I love the fragrance of pork and apple cinnamon combined, can you imagine how much more the boys will enjoy it? Well, the sure did by running away from me to enjoy these relatively large biscuits in their own quiet corner.

5. Beef Lungs (From $10.00)
Trust me, from personal experience, making this is no easy task! But Tan has managed to perfect the process which took 15 hours to prepare! Looking at the speed the boys devour these portions each time, I doubt they truly know how much work went into it!

Tan assures me that all her produce are 100 percent natural and uses human-grade ingredients. She is so serious that there is even a furry panel of judges who have tried and tested every recipe before she puts it up for sale. “In fact, I think they are sometimes a little too honest!” she laughs. Though I did not pry, I suspect these picky judges are none other than Hoovy, a 12-year-old Chihuahua and Skotch a six-year-old Pomeranian. “Skotch was a very sickly pup when he was one and half years and we made countless visits to the vet. Skin issues, diarrhoea and vomiting and even a viral infection,” she explains. Upon the advice of her vet, she started cooking for Skotch and he has been healthy ever since.

Her quirky creations are inspired by the very things she eats and said her dogs staring at her each time was the starting point to everything, “You know how it is, when you eat something and they never stop staring?” To ensure that all the food produced is nutritionally balanced, she seeks the advice through veterinarian friends who informs her the best ingredients to use.

Feed My Paws is also about giving back to the community. Tan does her best to work closely with a number of dog shelters here in Singapore. “I always appreciate playing their dogs and watching them chomp down on their treats is one of the best feelings in the world!” she says. Tan has big plans for Feed My Paws and hopes that in time to come, it will become a household name for furkids on our little red dot, “I would like people to think of our dog treats that are not only healthy but adorable and fun. With a successful business, it also means I can contribute even more to our local shelters and I am definitely looking forward to that.”