Pre-Event Insights (Paws & Furs): Exclusive Highlights Of The Pet Event At Duxton Plain Park

A Tanjong Pagar GRC and Radin Mas SMC Collaboration for Pets

The year-end's wet weather might have gotten some of us yearning for a good stretch during the weekend, especially with our Pets! What better way to kick start the month of giving by sharing a fun morning with your companions at this upcoming Pet event— We are about to spread joy too, with pre-event highlights ☺

Dog, Rabbit, Cat, Hamster, Guinea Pig and Parrot in costume.

Spend quality time with your loved ones at a fun event, right in the heart of Chinatown and Outram!

Event : Paws & Furs

Date : 1st December 2018 (Saturday)

Venue : Duxton Plain Park (near Block 1C The Pinnacle @ Duxton)

Time : 8.30am — 11.30am

EXCLUSIVE HIGHLIGHTS

What can one expect? Well it wouldn't be much of a Pet event without stores, adoption drives, fun contests and freebies— we heard there's going to be FREE ice cream, for both owners and Dogs! 

A little extra spice that really get our hearts going include:

• Getting a cute Caricature of yourself and/or your Pet
• Get up-close and personal with companion Birds (Display)
• Betta appreciation with Singapore Betta
• Set a record of "The Largest Gathering of Dogs Enjoying Ice-Cream"!

EARLY BIRD SPECIALS

• 8.30 am — Parrot Talk 
• 9 am — Professional Juggling entertainment by The Annoying Bros 
• 9.30 to 10.30 am — Two 30 min sessions for Dog Yoga with your pooch
• 10.30 am — Magic Show for all ages

PRE-REGISTRATION PERKS

Get in on all the action with a head-start by pre-registering: 

• Join in on record breaking for "Largest Gathering of Dogs enjoying Ice Cream"
• Recieve a Certificate of Participation and Free Ice-cream 
• Enter the Best-Dressed Doggie Contest
• Redeem a Gift!
• Up to $1,000 worth of prizes to be won

HOW TO REGISTER: 
Simply hit this link up to register before the event — 
PAWS AND FURS REGISTRATION

FREEBIES

• Absolute Holistic — Air-dried sample
• Purina — ProPlan Dog food sample
• Bandana for Dogs
• Ice cream, available for Dogs and Owners

via DogTrainingMe

STALLS AND PET MERCHANDISE

Get some shopping done all at the same time amidst the fun, from Pet accessories, a myriad of Pet treats, supplies and grooming services. Look out for the following Merchants:

Food and Treats

• Pawmeal
• Underdog Pet Food
• Feed My Paws
• Woofalicious
• MW Treats
• Ola's Favourites
• Peachie Shares Her Treats
• All Fur You
• Caramel PopStore
• The Bow Secret
• Your Best Friend

Grooming and Welfare

• Kewede
• DoggyHaus

Pet Adoption

Share the love by showing some support to our local shelters, every and any sort of help counts! Keep an eye out for these booths:

• A Tail or Two
• MercyLight Adoption
• Hope Dog Rescue
• Keep Cats
• Save the Strays Society
• Purely Adoptions

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Furkid Family Day by MercyLight Adoption

Woofathon 2017 At Bishan Ang Mo Kio Park

Canine Party At Camp Kilo Charcoal Club

This Is A Paid Collaboration

Event information provided by People's Association
(Tanjong Pagar GRC) (Radin Mas SMC)

Need a pre-event boost? 
Allow more Pet-owners to get a sneak-peek on what to expect and why they ought to join in on the fun☺

Write to us at [email protected] today!

Disclaimer

This article was written with informational purposes, as you know, we’d love to share our collective research and experiences as fellow Pet owners and lovers. It is not meant to alternate in any way as advice or diagnosis of Professionals.

ThePetsDialogue claims no credit for images posted on this article unless otherwise displayed/stated. All rights go to respective owners as mentioned. If you do not wish for your image(s) to appear here do drop us an e-mail and it will be removed promptly. If you do wish to use any of our original published information, you are welcome to contact us!

Chinchillas: All About The Endangered And Inexplicably Adorable Pet

Brewing a huge storm more than a decade ago in sunny Singapore, this small Pet type came at a cost that seemed a tad indulgent for its size. Owning a pet Chinchilla was a luxury that not many could afford, but it was undeniably tough not to be charmed by this little creature's adorable features. Said to be a challenge for an inexperienced hand, providing a safe and loving home for a Chinchilla goes beyond status-quo of ownership— learning all about them. 

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Where do Chinchillas come from?

The Chinchilla

Native to the Andes Mountains of South America, Chinchillas are known as crepuscular rodents— active during twilight hours, between dawn to dusk. In the wild and native homes, herds of Chinchillas live in high areas as tall as 4270 metres (that's approximately half the height of Mount Everest!). The name Chinchilla was given by the Chincha Tribe of Andes, translating to mean Clay (one can only wonder why). Folks of the Chincha Tribe also wore coats made from the dense, velvety fur of Chinchillas for excellent heat insulation in the cold climates.

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At the end of the 19^th century, Chinchillas were deemed rare due to excessive poaching for their fur. The species we see as domestic Pets today are Chinchilla Lanigera (long tailed). Both species Chinchilla Chinchilla (previously known as Chinchilla Brevicaudata) and Chinchilla Lanigera are listed on the IUCN conservation guide as critically endangered. The drastic Chinchilla population decline of about 90% were contributed by human poachers.

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Fun Fact #1      Chinchillas used to populate areas of Peru, Argentina, Chile and Bolivia. Today however, they can only be found in Chile.

The Appearance Of A Chinchilla

As mentioned, the species most commonly encountered as a domestic Pet is the Chinchilla Lanigera.

Size — A smaller built, slimmer neckline and longer tails as compared to their cousin in the wild. Their tail lengths range from 8 centimetres to 30 centimetres.

Features — Chinchillas resemble the likes of a rounder and larger Squirrel coupled with big eyes, long whiskers and circular ears. Shorter front legs enable them to hold their food while sitting on their hind legs to eat. Jumping and leaping is made easy with their strong hind legs.

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Colours — the priceless coat of soft velvety fur is available in different colours like Standard Grey, Beige, and in variations of Silver and White Mosaic, Pink White, Black or Brown Velvet, Ebony, Violet and Sapphire.

HOT TIP      Chinchillas are born with stiff tails and their tails are of extreme importance in maintaining their overall balance— never hold or pick up a Chinchilla by the tip of their tails to avoid damaging it!

Chinchilla Care Tips

Hygiene — Chinchillas in the wild clean themselves by rolling in volcanic sand, and do not require water baths. Instead, provide them with special Chinchilla Bathing Sand and watch them roll to their content. While they shed once in every 3 months, it is not necessary to brush them. If need be, use a medium-wide tooth comb to comb off any dirt or excess loose fur before a sand bath.


Fun Fact #2      A Chinchilla's exquisite velvety fur is more than meets the eye— these fur coats also has the amazing ability to keep out fleas and parasites!


Housing — The love for heights, leaping and using walls to bounce off from calls for a decent tall cage with hiding spots. If you are using a wired/grill cage, ensure that the gaps measure smaller than 1 by 1 centimetres wide— you don’t want your Chinchillas to have their legs stuck while jumping about! Very susceptible heat strokes, place the cage in a well-lit area away from direct heat. Temperatures should be maintain at a cooling room temperature of 21°C.

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Food — Chinchillas are herbivores; a good diet consists of mainly fibre. In the wild, they thrive on plants, seeds, berries, fruits, greens and a variety of grass. For domestic pet Chinchins, commercial food pellets should have a range of 14 to 16% Fibre and Protein, with the main percentage on fibre. Quality Alfafa, Timothy, Orchard or Alphine Hay are great fibre options for Chinchillas.

HOT TIP      Check your Chinchillas home and replace fresh food and water daily. Be sure to dispose of old Hay that have been soiled or have gotten damp— this prevents growth of mold and your Chinchilla ingesting it.

Chinchilla Personality

Not unlike other small animals/pets, Chinchillas too have a wary naturer as part of a prey's instintive behaviour. This requires patience and effort to establish a trust with their human companions. Bonds built eventually grows to be a loving, fast, active and playful friendship. Exercise daily bonding by talking to them, and slowly introducing them to be accustomed to your handling and affection. 

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Free roaming time allows your Chinchilla to familiarize itself with its surroundings. But be warned, they are extremely fast, so just be sure to keep the play area safe and enclosed. A comfortable and happy pet Chinchilla might even let you sneak in some scratches and kisses!

Fun Fact #4      Chinchillas have a defence mechanism called “Fur Slip”, during which they release patches of fur to escape grip. This is the result of poor handling, or abrupt grabbing.

Adopt A Chinchilla In Singapore

To be absolutely candid, we have yet to come across any Chinchillas up for adoption at shelters. But do not let this deter you, as always, check for available options at our local animal shelters or even Facebook groups that might have leads. At times, there could be cases of accidental breeding and their owners are then unable to accommodate all of them. You could always stand a chance to provide a comfy Forever Home for an adorable Chinchilla!

DIY Treat Recipes For Chinchillas: Video Tutorials, Cookies, And Fruit Pops For Chinchillas

Like other small animals, Chinchillas are fancied and pampered as a companion and pet all over the world. Who's to say they don't deserve treats? For the concerned owner on additives in store-bought treats, homemade recipes are the way to go! Not only are you aware of all ingredients that go into making of these treats, you can substitute or omit any ingredient in accordance to your liking, or any allergies your Chinchilla might have!

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Notes

Always note the details of all ingredients. All Pets are different, do ensure that your own Chinchilla(s) are not allergic to any of the ingredients before making these treats. Treats are also by no means a substitute to meals. Depending on your Pet's weight, and the ingredients with naturally high sugar content, be sure to feed treats with extreme moderation.

To be absolutely certain, consult your trusted Veterinarian for advice on any special nutritional guidelines your Chinchilla may have to adhere to.

Homemade Treats For Chinchillas

1. Oat Cookies — Quick and easy cookie recipe with Oats, Pellets, and Hay for Chinchillas by Kathy's Chinchillas, via YouTube. View original video recipe here.

Screenshot via Kathy's Chinchillas video

2. Pumpkin Oat Treats — Spruce up the basic recipe like the above with a little pumpkin and molasses! Recipe by ChinsNPigs, via YouTube. Original video here.

Screenshot via ChinsNPigs's video

3. Fruit Pops —  Fruity and fun recipe great for parties and gatherings, by Ashley Weill, via YouTube. Original video recipe here!

Screenshot via Ashley Weill's video

You might also be interested in these:

Celebrity Chinchillas On Instagram: All Rounded Cuteness In Every Photo

Speaking Directly With Your Pets: The Available Animal Communicators In Singapore

*UPDATED* Where Can I Board My Rabbit?: Boarding Hotels For Small Animals In Singapore!

Your Stories Can Be Heard Too

Have YOU tried any of these services? Your voices are important to us and the Pets community! Our readers are encouraged to share their Pet-related reviews of a place and its services, experiences, even lifestyle tips and tricks to better our Pets lives, on our platform, one paw at a time. Be a part of an educational and informative Pets community because at ThePetsDialogue, your voices could make a huge difference on a global scale.

Write to us at [email protected] today!

Our website is a work in progress, however, if you did find our articles interesting please do feel free to share! For more Pet care tips and other Pet-related articles, head to www.thepetsdialogue.com ☺

Disclaimer

This article was written with informational purposes, as you know, we’d love to share our collective research and experiences as fellow Pet owners and lovers. It is not meant to alternate in any way as advice or diagnosis of Professionals.

ThePetsDialogue claims no credit for images posted on this article unless otherwise displayed/stated. All rights go to respective owners as mentioned. If you do not wish for your image(s) to appear here do drop us an e-mail and it will be removed promptly. If you do wish to use any of our original published information, you are welcome to contact us!

Speaking Directly With Your Pets: The Available Animal Communicators In Singapore

If you haven’t heard by now, the new age of Pet ownership has evolved to accepting therapy and healing practices for our four-legged companions. Part of which includes Animal Communication, a process which involves a trained person to help understand your Pets’ needs and/or desires— by communicating with them directly.

What Is Animal Communication?

Call it telepathy, mind-reading or psychic, this may well be a last resort for some skeptics, or even a frequent routine for Pet owners whom have benefited from the experience(s). From what we’ve heard its like sourcing for a Pet’s voice in between frequencies and sound waves, depending on how intuitive one might be. So yes, every Communicator might differ.

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This practice has served many purposes for Pet owners, starting from simple reasons such as discovering why your Pet is misbehaving, pickiness with food, to sadder notes such as finding a lost Pet, contacting a beloved Pet whom passed on and finding out their last wishes to ease their last breaths.

Certain circumstances force our hands to resort to something we may not have always believed in, but who’s to say what truly works… or not?

Related:
Reiki Healing For Pets: How Reiki Healing May Benefit Your Pet

Animal Communicators In Singapore

Just in case you may need these contacts, we’ve rounded up the available practitioners of this niche inner gift, in Singapore! Always be sure to do a little background check before ascertaining your decision. To our knowledge, Pet owners may choose to engage more than one Communicator— for more assurance. Regardless, here are some services if or when you absolutely need them!

Note: Some Animal Communicators may not be based in Singapore, however their craft has proved to work even via communicating online.

1. Rosina Maria Aquarti (Animal Talk)

Photo via Facebook

[email protected]

2. Animal Communications Singapore

Photo via Facebook

[email protected]

3. Sense Of Holistic Healing - Animals

COMING SOON! Watch this space for updates

Photo via Facebook

8200 0553

4. Paw D Animal Consultancy

Photo via Facebook

www.pawdanimal.com  |  [email protected]

5. Amy Lim Healing

Photo via Facebook

90013828  |  [email protected]

6. Essentia Healing

Photo via Facebook

9180 0493  |  www.paws-care.com  |  [email protected]

7. Zeus Communications

Photo via Website

9199 6247  |  [email protected]

8. Natural Connexion

Photo via Website

www.natural-connexion.com

9. Perfect K9 by Doris Browny

Photo via Facebook

9623 0782  |  [email protected]

10. Healing Fur Kids

Photo via Facebook

[email protected]

You might also be interested in:

Dog Hotels: The Available Services In Singapore And How To Pick One

Cat Hotels: Your Ultimate Guide To Cat Boarding Services In Singapore

Rabbit Boarding In Singapore: Services For Rabbits And Small Animals

Your Stories Can Be Heard Too

Have YOU tried any of these services? Your voices are important to us and the Pets community! Our readers are encouraged to share their Pet-related reviews of a place and its services, experiences, even lifestyle tips and tricks to better our Pets lives, on our platform, one paw at a time. Be a part of an educational and informative Pets community because at ThePetsDialogue, your voices could make a huge difference on a global scale.

Write to us at [email protected] today!

Our website is a work in progress, however, if you did find our articles interesting please do feel free to share! For more Pet care tips and other Pet-related articles, head to www.thepetsdialogue.com ☺

Disclaimer

This article was written with informational purposes, as you know, we’d love to share our collective research and experiences as fellow Pet owners and lovers. It is not meant to alternate in any way as advice or diagnosis of Professionals.

ThePetsDialogue claims no credit for images posted on this article unless otherwise displayed/stated. All rights go to respective owners as mentioned. If you do not wish for your image(s) to appear here do drop us an e-mail and it will be removed promptly. If you do wish to use any of our original published information, you are welcome to contact us!

*UPDATED* Where Can I Board My Rabbit?: Boarding Hotels For Small Animals In Singapore!

Because we can’t be bringing our furry companions along on a vacation haphazardly, Pet hotels and boarding services have sprouted all across the nation and world— even a small country like ours is home to these facilities and services too! We've already listed available services for larger animals like Cats and Dogs, but don't forget about the smaller companions such as Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Chinchillas and Hamsters, for they need proper care while you are away too!

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Where To Board Your Rabbits And Small Animals?

Making the decision to have someone else care for your pet is as good as leaving your own child with a babysitter, or domestic helper. The only difference that sets our minds at an unease is the fact that our Pets can’t speak— How are we supposed to know if they’ve been mistreated, or if they’re having the time of their lives?

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Now, owners are reassured with the luxury of being informed, with photographs or videos! Certain facilities have also installed 24hrs live-cams, accessible by owners anytime, anywhere (at costlier service, of course). You get to watch or be updated via a quick snippet of your Pets’ daily lives!

View Related:

*UPDATED* Cat Boarding In Singapore: Your Ultimate Guide To Cat Hotels!

*UPDATED* Dog Boarding In Singapore: The Largest List Of Dog Hotels And How To Pick One!


We've segmented this post into 2 portions for your convenience:

Home-based Boarding
Commercial Boarding for Small Animals

Home Based Rabbit Boarding Services

Leave your Buns, Hammies or Cavies in the care of these experienced sitters, don’t be surprised to learn that some of them even provide grooming services. Call or text for enquiry, and arrange for viewing before coming to a decision! ☺

1. Angie’s Pets

ü  Air-conditioned

ü  Transport Available – separate charges apply

ü  Unlimited Hay

ü  Photograph Updates – on alternate days
ü  Grooming provided upon request – separate charges apply

*Boarding service limited to regular customers only. Please call to enquire.

Photos via Angie's Pets

Rates and Charges

Screenshot via Angie's Pets

8200 0553  |  [email protected] 

Angie's Grooming Services: Day In The Life Of Singapore's Rabbit Groomer

2. Wheeky Cavies

ü  Daily changing of fleece lining in Houses

ü  Unlimited Hay

ü  Open to Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Chinchillas, and Hamsters

ü  Grooming if requested

ü  Regular photo or video updates

ü  Transportation by PetMate @ $20/trip

Photos via Wheeky Cavies

Rates and Charges

Screenshot via WheekyCavies 

8205 4199  |  Blk 411 Woodlands St 41 (S) 730411  |  [email protected]

3. Little Bobtail Resort

ü  Play-pen housing

ü  Unlimited Hay

ü  Daily cleaning of litter boxes

ü  Daily photo and video updates via Facebook

ü  Fleece throw flooring

Photos via Little Bobtail Resort

Rates and Charges

Screenshot via LittleBobtailResort

9836 3140  |  Blk 299C Compassvale St (S) 543299

4. BYB. Board Your Bunnies

ü  Play-pen housing

ü  Daily area cleaning

ü  Daily free-roaming time

ü  Daily photo and video updates via Facebook 

Photos via Board Your Bunnies

Rates and Charges

Screenshot via BYB

9152 0422  |  Serangoon North Ave 1

5. Bunny On Board

ü  Play-pen housing

Photos via Bunny on Board

*For rates and charges, contact via Facebook or contact number provided below

9878 4642  |  9844 3421

6. The Tiny Toots

ü  Play-pen housing

ü  Daily area cleaning

ü  Daily free-roaming time

Photos via The Tiny Toots

*For Rates and Charges kindly contact The Tiny Toots via Facebook.

7. My Happy Tales

ü  Play-pen housing

ü  Bonding sessions if requested

Photos via My Happy Tales

*For rates and charges, contact via Facebook or contact options provided below

9227 0051  |  [email protected]

8. Cozi Pawz

ü  Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Chinchillas, Small Birds, and Hamsters allowed

Photos via Cozi Pawz

Rates and Charges

Screenshot via CoziPawz

98730377  |  676 Hougang Ave 8 S530676  |  [email protected]

Commercial Boarding For Small Animals

An alternative to home-based boarding would be commercial boarding, which entails leaving your Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Chinchilla or Hamster in the care of someone else— within a storefront. Some of these services provide surveillance camera accessible by owners anytime, anywhere.

1. Rabbit Headquarters (Singapore)

 ü  Unlimited hay

ü  Playtime & exercise

ü  Grooming if required (separate charges apply)

Photos via Rabbit Headquarters SG

Rates and Charges

Screenshot via Rabbit Headquarters SG

8481 4200  |  48 Jalan Limbok, Singapore 548729  |  [email protected]

2. The Fluffy Hut

ü  Transparent 2m by 1.3m playpen

ü  Air-conditioned

ü  Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Chinchillas and Hamsters allowed

ü  Individual CCTVs installed for each play-pen
ü Transport Service— $30 to and fro if required
ü Grooming Service — $25 if required. Additional charges apply for de-matting

Photos via The Fluffy Hut

Rates and Charges

Screenshot via The Fluffy Hut

9621 8199  |  9800 8032  |  490 Macpherson Road (S)368198

3. Marine Pet Image

ü  Air-conditioned (for Deluxe and Superior options)

ü  24hr surveillance camera (for Superior option)

ü  Transportation (additional charges apply)

Photos via Marine Pet Image

*Refer to these charts for Rates and Charges

6481 5520  |  [email protected]  | 925 Yishun Central 1 #02-229 (S)760925

Finding A Sitter Near You

To broaden your options a little with home-based services, try these too!

Carousell  |  Cuzzey

Pawshake — Amanda  |  Rabbit Resort

You might also be interested in:

Rabbit Life Hacks: Ten Most Useful And Easy Life Hacks

Guinea Pig Life Hacks: Eight Useful Tips For Every Cavy Owner

Essential How To Life Hacks For Every Hamster Owner

Your Stories Can Be Heard Too

Have YOU tried any of these services? Your voices are important to us and the Pets community! Our readers are encouraged to share their Pet-related reviews of a place and its services, experiences, even lifestyle tips and tricks to better our Pets lives, on our platform, one paw at a time. Be a part of an educational and informative Pets community because at ThePetsDialogue, your voices could make a huge difference on a global scale.

Write to us at [email protected] today!

Our website is a work in progress, however, if you did find our articles interesting please do feel free to share! For more Pet care tips and other Pet-related articles, head to www.thepetsdialogue.com ☺

Disclaimer

This article was written with informational purposes, as you know, we’d love to share our collective research and experiences as fellow Pet owners and lovers. It is not meant to alternate in any way as advice or diagnosis of Professionals.

ThePetsDialogue claims no credit for images posted on this article unless otherwise displayed/stated. All rights go to respective owners as mentioned. If you do not wish for your image(s) to appear here do drop us an e-mail and it will be removed promptly. If you do wish to use any of our original published information, you are welcome to contact us!