Petster Magazine Issue 6

URINE OFF! : Carace Kwan Getting Rid Of Nasty Rabbit Pee Pee ... BITES & SNACKS ASK OUR VET Home A Pet 3 It’s MEOW Time! full review and many more pet-related news! Heatstroke Problems? We’re here to guide you ... PETSTER THE MALAYSIAN NO.1 FREE PET LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE WWW.PETSTERMAGAZINE.COM Take Me Home FREE! - 20,000 Copies Scattered Around Town! AUGUST 2008 PP15646/01/2009(021043) 06 magazine PETS 4 LIFE! LET’S ADOPT! PAW PADS More animals looking for new homes & tender loving care! Versio Venture - More products to carry your pet around. Pets Icon - Give your pet a treat to a relaxing spa, a comfy massage & a nice hotel to stay in! Many more featured articles inside! st Hooray, we’d ju Come & Catch Da’ PetShopBoys At Bukit Ekspo, UPM ~ 10/08/08 Valid Till 3 1s tA ug u DON’T MISS OUT THIS MONTH’S ... DOGATHON 2008 Northern Regio covered n! st 20 0 8! Editor’s Note Ladies & gentlemen, our next charity event would be ... features Content BITES & SNACKS ------------------------------------------ 06 Animal news from around town! CREATURE FEATURE ----------------------------------- 08 Carace Kwan loves animals too ... ASK OUR VET ----------------------------------------------- 10 Stumped on what’s wrong with your furry/finned/feathered friend? We might help ... Pet products from all over. Pets need toys too, you know! PET SHOPPERS -------------------------------------------- 11 Hello to all pet lovers! Welcome to our 6th issue (thank god Petster Magazine actually made it!), and as time goes by, we’re still trying to improve ourselves. The 6th issue won’t be a successful one without the support from our loyal readers and not forgetting, advertisers too. Many people asked me how we actually survived by just publishing FREE magazine for the public to read. I simply replied, “We did it for passion. Furthermore, Petster Magazine is a new concept in the pet industry, we focus more on educating the public about the industry without any cost to them. I always have a strong faith in our local pet industry and I can see that Malaysia is slowly catching up to the trend these days, and that’s why (I think) we should do our part by promoting it to all levels of targeted audiences. Since it’s free, everybody can read it.” Besides that, Petster Magazine also helps the animals, and that’s why we do adoption drives to help the unwanted animals. Yeah, PETS4LIFE! Good news, Petster Magazine will be organising another charity soon (a whole different concept), Walk-A-Dog 2008. We’ll officially announce it once everything’s planned properly. Stay updated! Lastly, I would like to thank those who hatched this magazine since day 1 itself ... good job! - William Tan, Managing Editor This publication is not advice on your pet. It is intended to inform and illustrate. No reader should act on the basis of any matter contained in this publication without first seeking appropriate professional advice that takes into account their own particular circumstances. The publishers and editors give no representation and make no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the accuracy, completeness, currency or reliability of any of the material contained in this publication. The publishers and editors expressly disclaim all responsibility for any errors in or omissions from the information contained in this publication, including all liability for any loss or damage suffered or incurred by any person or animal as a result of or arising out of that person placing any reliance, whether whole or partial, upon the whole or any part of the contents of this publication. No correspondence will be entered into in relation to this publication by the publishers, editors or authors. The publishers do not endorse any company, organisation, person, strategy or technique mentioned in this publication unless expressly stated otherwise. The publishers do not endorse any advertisements or special advertising features in this publication, nor does the publisher endorse any advertiser(s) or their products / services unless expressly states to the contrary. Articles are published in reliance upon the representations and warranties of the authors of the articles and without our knowledge of any infringement of any third party copyright. The publishers and editors do not authorise, sanction, approve or countenance any copyright infringement. regular roams New stuff again ... THE DOG’s BLOG --------------------------------------- 12 Biting issues, no problem, we got a solution! CHIT CHAT CAT ------------------------------------------ 13 If no one wanna play with you, try playing with your cat. PAW PADS -------------------------------------------------- 14 OUR FURRY FRIENDS --------------------------------- 25 Rabbits, adorable creatures ... except for their consistent poo. More stuff on reptiles ... TANK RESIDENTS --------------------------------------- 26 where to look Animals looking for new homes ... Our guide to products and services. LET’S ADOPT! ----------------------------------------------- 29 THE PET INDEX ------------------------------------------- 31 < Petster Magazine is thankful to the photographers who made this magazine a little bit more impressive! PETSTER THE MALAYSIAN NO.1 PET LIFESTYLE NETWORK WWW.PETSTERMAGAZINE.COM network Da’ PetShopBoys William Tan Fancy being part of Da’ PetShopBoys? Send in your resume to petstermagazine@gmail.com now!!! 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Bhd. www.leisurevents.com Versio Venture 18-1, 18-2, 20-1, Lorong Usahaniaga 3, Taman Usahaniaga, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang. Tel: (04) 5389880 / Fax: (04) 5389881 Printer Associates Publisher 04 JWWT Advertising (001587053-A) distribution@petstermagazine.com Distribution Radiant Works 22A, Jln SS25/28, Tmn.Mayang, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor D.E. Colour Separator Northern Region Bites & Snacks Home A Pet 2008: It’s Meow Time! The third installment of our on-going charity adoption drive! Just last month we wrapped up our third installment of our charity adoption drive campaign. It was held in Bukit Jalil Stadium in conjunction with the stadium’s 10th anniversary celebration. The event was held over a span of three days and featured animal adoptions but this time only for the feline variety. A reptile showcase and some new products were also present at Home A Pet 2008 to provide visitors new and latest things to see in the pet industry. yay! I have a new ow ner! Meow? Stay tuned to us for the next Home A Pet 2008 in the near future! Snakes & other creepy crawlies portable to ilet! Oh hello Carace! MKA International Dog Show Malaysian Kennel Association’s long running dog show @ South City Plaza, Seri Kembangan MKA recently held their 5th & 6th MKA International Dog Show, and their 264th & 265th All Breed Championship on the 26 - 27 July 2008. At this event, owners of various types of breeds would compete in several rounds of competition, ranging from grooming to dog control. A panel of judges were present to judge the dog’s performance and including their owners. For further information on upcoming MKA events, do visit MKA’s website @ www.mka.org.my numerous participants waiting for their turn Valerie from Pets Icon “Ok, put your leg here aight?” 06 Bites & Snacks Birthday Celebrations @ Ti-Ratana Venus & Lotus’s birthday celebration with the children at Ti-Ratana The atmosphere at Tiratana Welfare Homes was highly electrifying with the children hurrying with much excitement and laughters to the Multipurpose Hall to greet the arrivals of their “special guests for the day” - the FurKids!. Last Sunday, July 20th, Venus ( a Miniature Schnauzher who is a heartstroke survivor) & Lotus Wong ( an 8 yearold Miniature Pincher) celebrated a Thanksgiving & Birthday Party together with about 200 children and senior citizen of Tiratana Welfare Society. Both furkids have been very familiar faces to the children of Tiratana. The party was also attended by another 15 other doggies of Malinois, Jack Russel, poodle, yorkshire terrier, pekingnese breeds & mixed breed. Some of our doggies and their owners performed an Obedience demo, Heelwork to music, Flyball, and Distance Control to the audience. The children were amazed as to how obedient the dogs can be. After the show, the children were taking turns to hold and play with the dogs. One can see from the many expressions of the children that “animal theraphy” can lift spirits and birng much joy and laughter to their lives. At the end of the event, every one including the owners felt exhausted but nevertheless, it has been always been a fulfilling & enriching event to see what bountiful joy, cheers and love the doggies can bring out from the children. We came across this in an email one day. At first it may look like the dog is imitating a human by standing up on it’s hind legs and walking. But if you look closer it is actually handicapped; missing its two front legs. Now this is proof that with ‘will power’, you can achieve almost anything! Global Bites hank You!’ Venus says ‘T ho came! w to all those An agility show wowed the crowd Are you a working dawg? Good news! Petster Magazine is now looking for potential hardworking & good-looking candidates with a positive attitude to fill up the available vacancies below :1. Sales Executive (the person who’s bringing meat for the pack) 2. Journalist (the person who does the barking to the public) 3. Graphic Designer (the person who decorates the kennel) Remember, pet lovers only! THE MALAYSIAN NO.1 FREE PET LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE WWW.PETSTERMAGAZINE.COM If you think you’re up for the challenge, just drop us your resume at managing_editor@petstermagazine.com and we’ll come looking for you! PETSTER magazine Creature FEATURE Carace Kwan: On pets and all fluffy things Sometimes I wish I was a bunny rabbit... You may recognise her from motoring magazines, fashion shows and events all around KL. Leggy and tall, she was also crowned Miss Tourism Malaysia of year 2007. She is currently still studying and pursuing a degree in Communications. We managed to catch up with this pretty lass and had her agree to appearing on our front cover for this month with 2 very fluffy rabbits - courtesy of Qian Hu, The Pet Family. PM: When you were young, what furry friends did you have? CK: As far as I can remember, my first pet that I owned was a cat that was given to me when I was just 6 years old. This influenced my great love for cats! PM: So how many meows do you own now? CK: I have 4 very playful cats now. Over my years, cats have been in and out of my life constantly. What I mean is that I adopt them, bring them up, and they eventually either move away or just disappear! You know, sometimes cats move away to find new mates and some of them may get adopted by someone else. It is sad to see them go but at least i know they are healthy before they left. PM: Hmm... so you are very much a cat person then right? CK: Yes definitely! But that doesn’t mean I don’t like dogs. I lived with my aunt for several years and she owned 8 dogs. Can’t really remember what breed they were but all were very nice pets to have around. I prefer cats because you would almost never have to bathe them because they themselves are clean freaks. PM: Yes it is quite true that cats are very clean creatures. The two cats which we own too have never been under the shower since the day we got them. Just a wipe down with a towel and you’re done! Best thing is they don’t even smell one bit. CK: Thank goodness that they don’t smell. Because If cats had a natural funky smell, I would have passed out a long time ago due to the number of cats that were running around in my household. PM: What are your plans in the future in terms of keeping pets? CK: My dream is to get a nice big plot of land, build my house there and have ample enough space to house rescued dogs and cats. Something like a mini adoption centre. My house is sort of like that now just that it is on a much, much smaller scale. PM: An adoption centre? I can imagine the sheer number of animals running around there. CK: Oh no, what I meant was is that I want a little bit more space, to continue doing what I have always been doing all this while; adopting and taking care of strays. Just that this time I would actively seek out new owners for the animals I have rescued. I wouldn’t be able to take care of a whole centre myself haha! PM: Ah... we could help out if you would want to you know. Anyway, do you have anything to share with the readers before we go off? CK: Please spay or neuter your pets! Help reduce the number of stray animals out there whom might end up not being able to find loving owners. It is a sad thing that there are so many abandoned and homeless pets around. Do your bit to help and adopt if you can! If you are prepared to spend money to get a pet, why not adopt one and spend the money to take care of it? 08 Ask Our Vet Q. Heatstroke and your dog A. Heatstroke is when shoulddog Animals dotonot sweat your is unable disperse as heat as efficiently as it be. to tell if there are any other complications. Make sure that your dog is allowed free access to water too. Prevention Remember that any pet that is not able to cool itself off is at risk of facing heatstroke. You should take these precautions to prevent this from happening: - They must have access to water at all times. - Never ever leave your pet in a parked car. Even if it is for 5 minutes, it could be a fatal mistake. - Dogs staying outside should have access to shade at all times. - Do not take your dog out to exercise if the weather is too hot. - Try to not muzzle your dog if it is not necessary. - Pets with medical conditions like heart disease, obesity, older age, or breathing problems should by all means be kept in a cool and shady area. therfore they do get overheated much more easily when compared to humans. Severe heatstroke can be fatal and immediate medical assistance is needed if your dog is suffering from heatstroke If your dog is suffering heatstroke, it will display several signs like: Rapid panting Bright red tongue Red or pale gums Thick, sticky saliva Depression Weakness Dizziness Vomiting (may contain blood) Diarrhea What to do if your dog is suffering heatstroke: The first thing you should do is remove your dog from the hot area as quick as possible. Try to lower its temperature by wetting your dog with water and increase air circulation WARNING: Very cold water should be avoided as it can lower your dog’s temperature too quickly, which its body cannot adjust to. Even if your dog seems to be recovering from the symptoms, a veterinarian should be seeked out as he/she will be able If you have missed any back issues, they are all available for download right at our website. To download them, please visit www.petstermagazine.com now! PETSTER THE MALAYSIAN NO.1 FREE PET LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE WWW.PETSTERMAGAZINE.COM magazine Pet $hoppers I-Pet Pet Strollers The I-pet pet strollers are made of quality materials which maintain a lightweight and sturdy frame, keeping your pet safe and comfortable wherever you may go. Fabrics and cushions inside are completely washable. It also comes in many different colours and styles to choose from! Find it @ PLC Pet Safari (KL) Sdn. Bhd. S1, IKANO Power Centre, No. 2, Jalan PJU 7-2, (Level 2), Mutiara Damansara, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Tel: +603-7724 1578 Fax: +603-7724 1527 Loving Dogsrus Enterprise 161, Kelawai Road, 10250, Georgetown, Penang. Tel: +604-2299 161 Fax: +604-2299 161 Urine-Off Get this urine problem solution in a travel size for easy handling. Its high performance and bio-enzymatic technology will remove all urine odor and stain in no time! Find it @ C.C. Allied (M) Sdn. Bhd. No. 11, Jalan S.B. Jaya 13, Taman Industri Sg. Buloh Jaya, 47000 Sungai Buloh, Selangor. Tel: +603-6140 1311 Fax: +603-6140 3361 The Dog’s Blog by Carlos Huertas Dog Bite Prevention Why do dogs bite and how do they warn us? There are several possible reasons why a dog may bite: The dog is protecting a possession, food or water dish or puppies. The dog is protecting a resting place. The dog is protecting its owner or the owner’s property. The dog is frightened and the child has threatened it in some way (e.g., hugging the dog, rapid approach, leaning over or stepping over the dog). The dog is old and grumpy and having a bad day and has no patience for the actions of a child. The dog is injured. The child has hurt or startled it by stepping on it, poking it or pulling its fur, tail or ears. The dog has not learned bite inhibition and bites hard by accident when the child offers food or a toy to the dog. The child and dog are engaging in rough play and the dog gets overly excited. The dog views the child as a prey item because the child is running and/or screaming near the dog or riding a bicycle or otherwise moving past the dog. If you, as a parent, decide that you think it is safe for your child to approach a particular dog - teach your child the read approach. Ensure that when a child visits a house with a dog, that the dog will not be unsupervised with the children. Teach your child to “be a tree” when confronted with an unknown, overly friendly or hostile dog. Stop. Fold your branches (hands) and watch your roots grow (look at feet) and count in your head until the dog goes away or help comes. Teach your child to “be a rock” if the dog actually jumps on them and knocks them down (curl up and protect face and neck with hands and arms). Never stare at a dog in the eyes or put their faces up to a dog’s face. Never try to take something away from a dog. Never go near a dog who is eating or drinking or chewing on something. Never approach a dog that is on a bed or furniture. Never approach a dog that is tied up or in a vehicle. Never try to pet a dog through a fence or in a crate. Never climb over a fence into a dog’s yard, even if the dog is usually friendly. Never try to break up a dog fight or interact with dogs that are playing fighting. Leave dogs alone that are sleeping, resting, injured, very old or with puppies. A safe dog is one that is panting, face happy looking and wagging his tail enthusiastically. A dangerous dog has his mouth closed, ears forward, intense look. A dog about to bite may be growling, showing his teeth, raising fur along his back or holding his tail high in the air (he may even be wagging it). Teach children to play safe games such as fetch that do not involve running or rough play and to play only with their own dog. There are usually warning signs before a bite occurs, but these can be very subtle and may be missed by many people. A dog may appear to tolerate being repeatedly mauled by a child and one day bites, surprising everyone. Signs that you should take very seriously that indicate that the dog is saying “I have been very patient with this child, but I am nearing the end of my patience”, include: The dog gets up and moves away from the child. The dog turns his head away from the child. The dog looks at you with a pleading expression. You can see the “whites” of the dogs eyes, in a half moon shape. The dog yawns while the child approaches or is interacting with him. You may think that your dog loves to have the children climbing all over him and hugging him, but if you see any of these signs, then you are being warned that a bite could occur if the dog feels he has no other way of defending himself. Do your dog and your child a favour and intervene if you notice any of these signs. Your dog is biting your kids? Parents should supervise all interactions between children and dogs. A child should not be left alone with a dog unless that child has demonstrated competent dog handling skills and the dog respects the child. Parents can educate their children about how to behave around dogs and how to recognize a bite risk situation. If a bite occurs the child should be reassured that she/he is not at fault. The fault lies with the owner or adult handler of the dog. If a bite occurs the child should be seen by a doctor no matter how minor the injury may seem. In the case of a severe attack, trauma counseling should be sought for the child. The bite should be reported to the appropriate authorities. Parents should teach children the following (these apply to their own dog, other dogs that they know and strange dogs): Do not to approach dogs that are not their own, even if the dog is on leash with its handler (most children are bitten by a dog that they know, or by their own dog). 12 Playing with your Cat Play keeps your cat springy and healthy! ChitChat Cat Play is by all means actually healthy exercise, just packaged in a more fun way. Play keeps your pets healthy by exercising their breathing and blood circulation systems. Play also helps keep your pets from becoming fat due to all those snacks you have been feeding it (own up! You know who you are!). By allowing your pet to play often, it helps maintain muscle definition and strength, plus it also helps keep their joints welloiled and flexible. Just like us humans, exercise and play also relieves boredom, helps release pent up energy, and also keeps minds active and sharp. Cats in their ‘golden ages’ Cats of old age will benefit greatly from exercise. This however will vary depending on the status of their health. Keeping them moving will enhance their immune systems and keeps them from being lazy - which will ultimately affect their health due to weakening bones, muscles and normal bodily mechanisms. Kittens Newborn kittens are not to be toyed with till they are about 4 weeks old. Rest and nursing are the most important things that they need when they are in their first month for growth and development. Once they pass the 4-week stage, you will be able to roll them around, make them jump and chase toys till your heart’s content. Healthy play Always watch over your pet to make sure that he/she is not overexerting itself. Sometimes playing can lead to some minor accidents (bumping on a table, knocking their heads on chair legs, falling off places...etc). If you see any signs of pain or discomfort, panting, salivating, red gums, fast heart rate, vomiting, or even diarrhea; Immediately take a break or stop the play time if you have to. A well fed cat is a cat thats full of energy. Always make sure that there is sufficient water and food if you are to bring your cat out for playtime. Cats are hunters by nature. They love to play and hunt small moving objects like string or a small ball. Stalking, pouncing and chasing are their modes of play. Even batting something interesting with their paws will amuse them for long periods of time. Playing with your cat is very subjective as all cats have different personalities and tastes. For example: Kibbles, one of Petster Magazine’s cats, prefers to play with a ball made out of scrunched newspaper rather than a ball. It is entirely up to you to create new and interesting games to play with your cat. Paw Pads Paw Pads House Of Groomers Grooming on its highest level Echoing “Malaysia Boleh!”, all the way from the United States Of America. For the very first time, Malaysian groomer’s flag flies high on a world stage, the Intergroom 2007 at New Jersey. “It was fabulous” exclaimed Ms Annie Goh excitedly. “I am happy to represent my country on an international level and I am still flying high!” Annie Goh was describing her fantastic outing at the world pet grooming competition held at Intergroom 2007, Somerset, New Jersey. Not only did Annie put Malaysia on groomers’ map, she wowed the audience and the judges as she did her marvelous groom on 2 Poodles and a Mixed Breed at New York. Annie is no stranger to the competition ring or the winners’ circle. This incredible girl has been thrilling the grooming world for almost a decade with her prowess in the rings. Just how did Annie Goh begin her amazing career and what led her into the competition ring? “It was fate!” Annie says emphatically. “When I am done dealing with my designer course for almost 5 years in Australia, I decided to embark into the pet grooming career with my family” recalls Annie. That fateful day was the beginning of Annie’s remarkable career. “I started my training in Australia then attended training with Nancy Han Kallenbach, Trish Finn, Teri Di Marino and Scott Wasserman from America, Vero Da Sylvia from France, Karin Kretchmer from Germany, Tomoko Hirokawa from Japan, Sathit Surapiphit from Thailand, Ron Stoneke and Jennifer Shaw from Canada and large breed from Mr. Gan, an American certified master groomer and my partner in pursuit!” Annie began entering grooming competition soon after she gain exposure from various masters. She has a wall at her grooming academy and salon completely filled with ribbons, plaques and trophies. Her career in the competition ring has included grooming various breeds and she has also been tremendously successful in the creative styling competition. As the matter of fact, Annie has appeared on NTV 7 The Breakfast Show with celebrity Daphne Iking on styling and grooming dogs in perfect show style. As for anyone who has ever entered a grooming competition, they will know that it takes incredible amount of work, dedication and sacrifice to have a successful career in the competitive grooming world. Most competitors have special routines and regulations that they adhered to before and after a competition. “When competitions are approaching, I have to stay focused on my styling, finishing with my to-be “models”. I go over and over in my head what I am going to do and then in the ring, I focus on the task at hand. Mr. Gan, my chief and partner in pursuit of excellence has and still is my source of motivation and he is always a dependable advisor. I rely on his advice and support. He is a fantastic master planner and a talented captain.” Many new groomers don’t realize the amount of grooming preparation that goes into the preparation for a world class competition. Many of the most talented groomers from all corners of the world compete fiercely at these events. The winner is determined by a panel of judges made up of knowledgeable experts who multifaceted experience in the grooming industry. Annie is a Malaysian and American Certified Master Groomer and has been in the pet care career for almost a decade. She is a partner and teacher at House Of Groomers Academy & Pet Salon and she is very popular among pet groomers as well as pet owners. Her clientele from both pet and show grooming circles seek her specialized skills and her work is always in high demand. On the local front, she is mostly known as ‘Teacher Annie’ As busy as these interests keep Annie, she has even more irons in the fire. Annie loves the excitement of competition and facing new challenges. She participates in social works with SPCA and other non profit organization. With all her accomplishments, what do you think this dynamic gal is planning for her future? Annie confesses wistfully, “I really want to create some forms of regulatory framework governing the responsible, code and ethics of pet groomers on my home ground. The knowledge I achieved has been a gift from so many grooming gurus from around the world I want to share what I know with many more to come!” If you are wanting to reach Annie Goh, she can be contacted through www.houseofgroomers.com House Of Groomers Academy Subang: No.10, Jalan SS15/4, Subang Jaya, Selangor, 47500 Malaysia Tel: 603-5880 9288 Fax: 603-5635 9288 Sri Hartamas: G-2 Block G, Plaza Damas, Jalan Sri Hartamas, 50480 KL Tel: 603-6201 1102 Fax: 603-6201 1109 Paw Pads Paw Pads Urine Smells & Stains no more! A whole new way to get rid of pee pee stains and odours! Fed up of cleaning over and over again after your pet’s toilet mistake? UrineOff is the latest innovation in household pet cleaning products that effectively eliminates stains and odours; no matter how old they may be. Before we start on how this product actually works, it is good to know more about the smelly liquids that we so eagerly want to get rid off. 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In the higher range models, you will be able to hold most of your pet essentials under the strollers which feature a large undercarriage basket. This range too features a removable snack tray with 2 cup holders; a perfect place to house your drinks and meal if you are on a long walk. The strollers are built with a sturdy frame that comes with a durable enclosure and also remains light weight. The enclosure folds into almost 1 quarter of its original size making storage in your car easy. All strollers feature retractable canopies (just like a convertible car!), rear brakes that lock away so the strollers would not move by itself, a safety leash for added security and washable fabrics and paddings so you can keep the strollers smelling nice and clean. Here is some feedback from recent customers whom have purchased the trolleys for their pets: “We just got back from a walk with stroller, with miniature schnauzer and maltese. They love it and get excited to go each time... It is great and made so well.” - Ms.Tan “My Pet loves to ride in her stroller. This is a very high quality product. I really did not expect it to be as nice as it is. If you love to take your pet with you on walks and to outdoor activities this is a wonderful item to own.” Joyce, Lim “I love this thing. More importantly, so does my dog!” - John Ong “My little Terrier mix was diagnosed with redundant trachea and cannot go for walks. The stroller is perfect and he loves to be included in walks with my other Terrier. It’s a great product, well made and I am 100% happy with it!” Lauren,Ng “Outstanding product, my dog loves it so much. He is getting on in years and I have a younger one also so now we can range far and wide together without it being a problem.” Mrs.Ooi “Very nice stroller. Friends say its better than what they had for their own children.” Grace,Tan “This is a great stroller, so easy to manipulate. It embarrasses my husband, but the dog and I love it.” - Sharon “I waited a long time for something this great. My cocker spaniel loves the stroller. My golden retriever is jealous and wants to ride in the stroller. She walks so close to it and keeps looking up inside. Its the best!!!!!” - Ms.Chua “Everything was great. The pet stroller is perfect for our two little poodle. They love it.” - Eugene “We love the stroller. Our dog loves it also. Its very convenient to fold up and out. We can take our little one everywhere we go.” - Christina “The stroller is great! My dog and cat enjoyed it the first chance they had at being inside it.” Richard,Boo Easy folding for easy storage! I-Pet feel that your pet deserves the best and our pet strollers can help you and your pet in many ways. Whether if it were a nice slow stroll with the family, a trip to the park or trips to the vet; dog strollers give you the freedom to take your family pet wherever you go - in comfort. Besides being just a way to take your pets out, a pet stroller is also the perfect way for your small dog or cat to safely enjoy the outdoors! Smaller pets do have a risk of getting injured or lost easily due to their size. A simple park walk can become a nightmare if safety is not taken into consideration! A pet stroller simply gives you more quality time with your dog or cat. It allows you to safely and securely take your cat or dog more places when compared to just a leash and collar. I-Pet’s strollers are also ideal for disabled pets, puppies, kittens, cats small dogs, and even small animals like rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, etc. For more information on the pet strollers, do contact Versio Venture with the details below. Versio Venture 18-1, 18-2, 20-1, Lorong Usahaniaga 3, Taman Usahaniaga, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia T: +604 5389 880 F: +604 5389 881 Leading The Trend Your prized pet deserves the very best! Our pet strollers allow you to move around with your pet in a safe and comfortable way. Our pet strollers are built with sturdy and light materials to ensure quality and ease of storage. The pet strollers come with comfortable and rewashable beddings to ensure your pet a safe, healthy and stylish journey. Over 20 styles and colours to choose from! Distributed by: Versio Venture 18-1, 18-2, 20-1, Lorong Usahaniaga 3, Taman Usahaniaga, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia T: +604 5389 880 F: +604 5389 881 Paw Pads Paw Pads Pets Icon : The 6-Star Onestop Pet Boutique The latest grooming centre @ NZX Ara Damansara Pets Icon houses the first 6 star pet hotel in Malaysia. This boutique is designed with a waiting area for dogs which features pee & poo pans and a relax lounge to wait for grooming traffic. There is a cat section too which enables cats and dogs to relax without obstructing each other’s peace. Whilst waiting for a grooming session, one can browse through the retail section which holds a variety of pet products and accessories. Pets Icon is located in the new shopping district within NZX @ Ara Damansara or better known as ‘NiuZeXui’. NZX is a completely pet friendly zone which is great news for all pet lovers out there. Not only can you bring your pet over to Pets Icon for a groom and shave, but you can later go out shopping with your 4-legged friend too! At Pets Icon, your pet will be able to enjoy these great products and services explained here: Pet Spa & Massage At Pets Icon, your pet will also be able to enjoy the pet spa service which helps and enhances skin & coat qualities, whilst enabling your pet to relax and detoxify with the usage of imported skin and coat care products. Valerie, a certified Aromathologist and Masseur from USA for pets will help guide you in producing the best possible results for your pet no matter what breed or type they may be. Valerie and her prized poo ches Creative grooming and colouring by Valerie 6 Pet Hotel The 6-star pet hotel holds suites for both cats & dogs with 24 hour air-conditioning, ample space for play and exercise, as well as meals served with imported human grade pet food (unless you specify some other foods that your pet is used to). Your pet will also be allowed to play and exercise time in the play area which houses lots of toys and space for them to enjoy some freedom while you are away. Your pet would not be allowed to roam outside the shop’s premises as it might involve some risks. To keep the hotel clean and health risk free, Pet Icon enforces that only vaccinated pets without any flea or tick problems will be able to board in the hotel. This is to keep all the other occupants in the hotel safe from harmful diseases and bugs. For your piece of mind, there is an overseas trained proffesional to monitor over the area, tending to each pet’s needs and comfort while you are away. If you still worry about your pet’s wellbeing, you can also monitor your pet through a CCTV service which can be accessed via the internet from any part of the world which you may be. Now thats really convenient! Silk Creation At Pets Icon, they are offering a product that is different from what you would normally get at other pet stores; a product that is designed and geared more towards dog shows. This product is called ‘Silk Creation’. Silk Creation is a specially formulated pet shampoo created by Mr. Kitti Kongsricharoen whom hails from Chiang Rai, Thailand. Mr. Kongsricharoen is a professional dog groomer whom has a long history in the grooming industry and owns a kennel called ‘Creative Shihtzu’. He too has won many awards at dog shows (view the photos to the left). He began experimenting with different oils and products because he wanted a shampoo that can deliver silky smooth coats which mirror human hair smoothness. Silk Creation will remove grease and dirt whilst retaining the coat’s moisture, keeping the coat smooth and the skin protected. Silk Creation is a protein conditioner that is made of natural ingredients. It is colourless and oil-free. This shampoo can be used everyday as it is a mild shampoo and will not damage your pet’s coat if used daily. Previously only available in Thailand, now Silk Creation can be found in Malaysia only at Pets Icon. Pets Icon is designed by Nicholas and is run by Valerie whom is a NDGAA (National Dog Groomers Association of America) certified master groomer. To add to their list of services, every Thursday from 11.30am to 3.30pm at Pets Icon, a proffesional vet will be in to provide free consultations and checkups for pets. He too provides vaccinations and treatments for reasonable prices. If you are into making your pet an icon, come and check this place out! Pets Icon 141-G, Jalan PJU 1A/41B, Pusat Dagangan NZX, Ara Jaya PJU 1A, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. T: +603 7885 0939 F: +603 7885 0919 IT’S TIME TO BE AN ICON! Fancy A Career in Pet Grooming? Student Intake 2008 Register now to enjoy Early Bird Promotion Courses conducted by NDGAA Certified Master Groomer (USA) Courses available: - Professional Grooming Course - Pet Owner Course - Pet Aromatherapy & SPA - Pet Massage - Creative Grooming & Colouring - Obedience Early bird student intake will be entitled for a FREE set of imported grooming tools!* Go for a full grooming and get 1 FREE pet massage session!* *Te rm s& Co nd tio ns Ap ply Every pet deserves the best, and there’s no reason why you shouldn’t pamper your pet. Shower them with our marvellous spa, board them in our luxurious 6-star hotel and we can also provide professional grooming services. TO BE AN ICON, YOUR PET SIMPLY DESERVES THE BEST! Pets Icon Professional Grooming Academy Dog Spa & Massage Pet Hotel & Day Care Puppies & Kittens Show & Pet Grooming 141-G Jalan PJU 1A/41B Pusat Dagangan NZX, Ara Jaya PJU 1A, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Tel : 03-78850939 Fax : 03-78850919 Paw Pads Paw Pads Essential Amino Acids: What Amino Acids does my dog actually need? Last issue we have covered on the benefits andissues your pet may face if it does not receive sufficient amounts of amino acids in it’s diet. This issue we will be covering what are the essential amino acids that your pet actually needs. Listed below is a list of amino acids that play a major role in the health of your pet: 25 EMINO RxC EminO RxC is a hydrolyzed (Predigested) protein supplement in the form of Di & Tri Peptides. It contains all the Essential amino Acids for canines. EminO RxC FAQ: What is meant by Pre-digested? Pre-digested means that the protein in EminoO RxC is already enzymatically digested (broken into smaller chain Di and Tri peptides) and thus is immediately available for absorption, assimilation and utilization by the canine’s body. How is Pre-digested EminO RxC useful for trauma / recovery? Since EminO RxC is pre-digested, it can be absorbed, assimilated and be utilized by the animal immediately without going through the complex process of protein degestion. How soon is the result of EminO RxC seen on the animal? Results can be seen within a week. How is EminO RxC administered? EminO RxC can be given orally or be added to the food. How is EminO RxC useful for a gestating female dog? Normally during gestation, female dogs have been found to consume their food inconsistantly. This could very well compromise the growth and health of the fetuses. EminO RxC being readily absorbed, ensures that there is sufficient supply of essential amino acids for fetuses to grow healthily. EminO RxC promotes production of milk in the nursing female dog. How are puppies benefitted by being supplemented with EminO RxC? Beside strengthening their immune system, EminO RxC meets the demands for amino acids which is twice the nutrition per pound of body weight than they do as adult dogs. Should show dogs be supplemented with EminO RxC? Supplementing dogs with EminO RxC improves their lean muscle mass with good muscle tone and it promotes an excellent skin with shiny coat conditions. Are there any contra-indications with EminO RxC? None whatsover as EminO RxC is a 100% hypoallergenic food supplement and is free from animal by product, food additive, preservative, and artificial coloring etc. ™ Essential Amino Acids for your pet’s health Imported and packed by: Trident Sakthi Sdn Bhd No.2, Jalan Permai 1, Taman Permai, 27600 Raub, Pahang, Malaysia. T: +609 3553305 F: +609 3559905 Email: Isakthi@tm.net.my Alson Yap - 016 2249879 Mr. Sakthi - 013 9381005 Paw Pads World Famous “Little Trees” Making the world smell good all over! Car-Freshner Corporation based in New York, America, is the producer of the world-famous “Little Trees” air fresheners; those distinctive pine-shaped air fresheners for cars and other freshening purposes. Known internationally, these aromatic wonders first came into the world in a Watertown garage 55 years ago. The founder, Julius Sämann, a native of Germany went to Canada at the outbreak of World War II. He was formerly a chemist who then developed methods to extract essential oil from evergreen trees. While in Canada, he formulated a process for pressing scent into cardboard and getting it to last for months. In 1952, he set up shop in a rented Watertown garage, in New York and produced the very first “Little Trees”. It was in had the shape and scent of the evergreen pine. Today the company is well advanced in product development with various new product creations from time to time. “Little Trees” Air Fresheners “Little Trees” is the classic product of Car-Freshner Corporation which has from the very beginning been shaped to resemble a cut-out pine tree. Often seen hanging from the rear-view mirror of cars in films including blockbuster hits such as Ocean’s 11, The Fast and The Furious and even comedies such as Dumb and Dumber and Meet the Fockers, “Little Trees” Air Fresheners are icons that are known the world over. “Little Trees” are currently available in over 60 fragrances with new additions being added every other month. “Little Trees” Air Fresheners are available for RM6.90 a piece AirWash® “Little Trees” Similar in size and shape to traditional “Little Trees”, AirWash Little Trees are the latest addition to the “Little Trees” family of air fresheners. Currently available in three fragrances; Sun-Washed Cotton, Orange Zest and Sparkling Breeze, AirWash Little Trees uses powerful new patented technology that removes odour-causing molecules from the air leaving behind a clean, fresh scent. AirWash “Little Trees” sell for RM7.20 a piece Designer™ Series “Little Trees” Using the latest in air freshener technology, Designer™ Series Little Trees uses metallic ink to disperse its sophisticated designer scents. Each scent is a hallmark of its country of origin; Black Platinum, Gold Essence and Silver Select hail from Southern Italy, France and Morocco respectively. Each Designer™ Series “Little Trees” retails for RM11.90 “Little Tree” in a Can™ As the name suggests, this product allows the scents of “Little Trees” to be enjoyed anywhere and everywhere. Available in eight scents; Black Ice, Cherry, Coconut, Jasmine, Leather, New Car, Royal Pine and Vanillaroma. Each 2.5oz can retails for RM10.90 “Little Trees” and Car-Freshner products are available at all JUSCO outlets throughout Malaysia, ISETAN KLCC, PETROSAINS KLCC, SOGO Supermarket, Mercato Supermarket in Pavilion, Village Grocers Supermarket in Bangsar Village, TC Permata Supermarket at Ampang Park and ERAMAN Airport Shoppe in both KLIA and Labuan Airports. Long Lasting Fragrance “Little Trees” air fresheners last a minimum of 6-8 weeks. Besides the AirWash® Little Trees and the Designer™ Series Little Trees, scents are categorised as Fruity, Floral and Fresh. Fruity: Banana Nut, Berry Patch, Cinnamon Apple, Coconut, Fruit Punch, Green Apple, Lemon Green Tea, Lime, Lively Lemon, Mango, Papaya, Peachy Peach, Pink Grapefruit, Silly Citrus, Spiced Pumpkin, Strawberry, Sour Apple, Strawberry Kiwi, Sunny Citrus, Sweet Pear, Watermelon and Wild Cherry Floral: Bouquet, Floral Mist, Jasmin, Lavender, Lilac, Rose Musk, Vanillaroma, Very Vanilla Fresh: Black Ice, Chocolate, Leather, No Smoking, New Car Scent, Peppermint, Pina Colada, Rainbow Rush, Royal Pine, Soccer, Vanilla Pride, Victory Lane Latest Scents: Blackberry Clove, Mulberry Fig Now they have also come up with air fresheners that are shaped like little animals (just like the froggie and fishy pictured here) which can be hung just about anywhere! The Novelty Air Fresheners retails for RM14.90 per piece. Novelty Air Freshener features: - These will last approximately 2 months of usage time. - They will not become smaller, loose colour or melt even after they no longer have fragrance. - They are made of a soft rubberlike material. - They can be used as decorations for bag, keychains etc etc once they loose their fragrance (or used for decorations whenever and in any way you please!) - Available scents are: Ocean Breeze, Relaxing Rain, Mountain Waterfall & Cool Cascade For further inquires, please contact: Fazli Hisahak Managing Partner Little Tree Trading Tel: 03-8023 3485 Fax: 03-8023 8658 David Alan Bates Account Manager Xylan One Tel: 012-2023895 Fax: 03-56358403 Email: davidbates@xylan-one.com.my Our Furry Friends Understanding and choosing your very first bunny wabbit Besides the normal dog and cat varieties that we normally think of when we are searching for a pet companion, have you ever considered getting a rabbit? Rabbits are good pets to have which every household should consider owning. They are intelligent, playful and not that as hard as you think to maintain. A rabbit’s life span will vary with the type of breed it is but generally would run from 5 years to a long 15 years. Here we mention a few bunny qualities that you should be aware of before you own your very first Bugs Bunny: - Rabbits are social animals and are generally tame if handled properly. - Rabbits love to play and have bundles of energy to expel. - Playtime with human and other rabbits is a must as they are social animals. - Food must consist of raw vegetables like cabbages, carrots, cucumbers and fruits. The pellets that you can buy at pet stores will not be sufficient enough for their diet. - Just like cats, these little guys can be litter trained! - Just like hamsters, rabbits too love to chew on things. Chew toys given to your pet rabbit must be safe for consumption and the places that they roam need to be rabbit-proofed to avoid escape or damage. - Rabbits need space to live comfortably in. This means that you would need to get them a relatively large cage or if you would want to keep them outside, do make sure it is fenced and predator-proofed to avoid heartbreak. - Rabbits are not really a good idea if it comes to the question of children. Children may not know how to handle the bunnies properly and they can bite if not pleased. - Though they may seem cuddly and cute, rabbits would prefer not to be held often but they do enjoy being around people. - Bunny pee can have a strong odour which no one can ever be fond of. Constant changing of their litter boxes is required. Now that you already know what to expect when keeping a rabbit, it is time to find for one! Choosing a rabbit can be quite an experience as most of them behave about the same way when you first see them (eating or sleeping). These are a few things to know that will make your selection much easier: - A normal rabbit should not be too fat nor too skinny and their bodies should not have any swellings. - Their coats should be smooth and clean without any furless patches. - The ears should be pink on the inside and free of any form of discharge. - Like all other animals, their eyes should free from discharge. Check for signs of wetness or tear staining around the eye area. - Just like the ears and eyes, the nose too should be free from discharge. - The rabbit’s breathing should be constant, not puffy or sounds like it has asthma. - Reluctance to move around may be a sign of health problems or socialbility. Always pick the ones that are active and would approach humans willingly. - Most importantly, observe how the rabbit reacts to other humans or yourself. If it is relatively calm when picked up means that this one has been socialised properly. With this information in hand, we hope you will be able to find that one special rabbit just for you! Good luck with the rabbit hunt! Wabbits in Da House! 25 Tank Residents Legally Yours... Keeping your scaly friends - LEGALLY. By: Mohammad Nazri Hassan Basri a.k.a Uncle Herp Tel : 012-6888051 / Webpage : uncleherp.webs.com Protected animals, birds and insects in Malaysia may fall into one of the 5 Schedules that is categorized as follows : Schedule 1 – Totally Protected Species. Animals under this schedule receive full protection from the law thus hunting, killing and owning them is a no-no. You will not get license issued for animals under this schedule. Among the animals in this schedule includes various types of flying squirrels, gibbons, civets, leopard cat, monitor lizards (except the water monitor), deers, bears, lemurs, crocodiles and caiman, boas and many more. They are part of the 292 species tabled. These animals can only be kept in zoos, facilities or person(s) with special permits from PERHILITAN. Schedule 2 – Protected Species This schedule is further sub-divided into three sections. Section 1 comprises of big game animals, Section 2 comprises of game animals (animals that can be hunted) and section 3 comprises of other protected species. Animals under Section 1 and 2 require hunting licenses. They are not permitted to be kept or reared. However, animal under section 3 is allowed to be kept (as pet maybe) but a license is required. Schedule 3 – Totally Protected Birds Birds categorized under this schedule are totally protected as per the animals in Schedule 1 whereby the terms and condition under the said schedule applies. Schedule 4 – Protected Birds Under this schedule, birds listed are sub-divided under two section of which Section 1 are game birds (can be hunted) while birds in Section 2 are other protected wild birds. Animals under Section 2 are allowed to be kept provided a license is in hand. Schedule 5 – Protected Insects Schedule 5 is dedicated to insects and this includes 40 species of butterflies and nymph. The license for these insects is issued for capturing them for various purposes. Keeping reptiles and other types of exotic animals is not as easy as it may seem. Having considered all its husbandry requirements and doing your best to meet them comes your equally biggest responsibility; which is your responsibility to the law! Most reptiles and exotics are in the category of wildlife and thus the obligation towards keeping them goes beyond the duty of providing food and shelter. You are also bound by laws involving the keeping of these animals. For the sake of our understanding, let us briefly look into how wild animals are protected according to the law. CITES or the Convention for International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna is an international agreement between governments in the world. The main aim is to regulate and keep in check the wildlife trade so that they would not be wiped out from the face of our Earth. CITES denotes that all activities involving animals under its lists be subjected to authorization through a licensing system. Species under CITES are listed under 3 Appendices where Appendix I and II signify the species is threatened with extinction and in which its trade needs to be controlled. Appendix III on the other hand are for species that are protected in at least one member country and the trade needs to be monitored. CITES came into force in July 1975. Although CITES is to be recognized internationally, members of the agreement (which Malaysia is one of them) is free to implement its own domestic legislation with CITES as the basis of its framework. Malaysia became a member of CITES in January 1978. On the homefront the law and licensing of exotic animals rest on the Jabatan Perlindungan Hidupan Liar dan Taman Negara or PERHILITAN in short. Animals are protected under Akta Perlindungan Hidupan Liar 1972 (Akta 76). The Act supersedes the “Ordinan Perlindungan Binatang dan Burung Liar 1955” which was previously in force. The Act controls and regulates the hunting, trade and keeping of various protected species in Malaysia. Now that we have an idea of how the animals are categorized under the Akta Perlindungan Hidupan Liar 1972, in the next issue of Petster Magazine, let’s look into the licensing as issued by PERHILITAN. As a teaser, I will be covering the aspects of licensing which is divided into various categories which comprises of licenses for hunting, capturing, wildlife trade, taxidermy, import and export, keeping (as pets), trophy (dead animals) and collecting bird’s nest (swiftlet’s nests). If you would need to find out more information, you can contact me with my contact details given above. See you next issue! - Uncle Herp 26 Tank Residents The Crossback Golden - the most revered Arowana Arowanas: Crossback Golden In Malaysia, the Crossback Golden Arowana is referred to with many different types of names like for instance: The Pahang Gold, The Malayan Bonytongue, The Bukit Merah Blue, The Taiping Golden or The Malaysian Gold. Why is it called the crossback anyway? The main reason behind its name is that there are shimmering golden color stripes that cross over its back as the fish matures. The main reason why there are so many different names given to this one particular type of fish is because it can be found around Malaysia in different states of Perak, Terengganu, Bukit Merah Lake and Johor, thus the different names given from different people. Due to its relatively low supply and great demand in the market, it is currently one of the most expensive color specimen for the Asian Arowana. The main reason for its high price is due to its scarcity as well as lesser number of gametes on each spawn. Currently, only Malaysia and Singapore farms are breeding the Malaysian Golden Arowanas. wana’ A ‘Malaysian Gold Aro many names it has One of the Crossback Goldens can possess a base of many different colours. These base colours range from Blue, Purple, Gold, Green and Silver. The base colour actually means the the primary color of the scales. Of all the crossbacks, the Golden colour based variety is most sought after. This is because of its tendency to look like big underwater bar of 24 karet gold! The other colour based versions cannot achieve this stunning look due to their colours being different. A pure gold based crossback is not as easy to find as it may seem due to many different sub-versions of colours. At first the scales may look gold but with a proper light or angle, it may turn blur or silver depending on what type of colour base the fish is. Interbreeding between the different colour varieties will produce a whole new result of different colour schemed fish. This is also another reason why it is very hard to find a pure coloured crossback. On the flip side to that, interbreeding also helps enhance the good qualities of each version. With proper breeding, special varieties of the crossback emerged namely the Platinum White Golden Arowana and the Royal Golden Blue Arowana. Both of the mentioned fetch a very high price due to the rarity of these types. A baby Crossback Golden Arowana. 27 LET’s Adopt! Sheeba, Female, 1 Yr. FREE Adoption. Husky & Mongrel www.PetFinder.my Janice - 0192758856 Cheeko, Male, 3 Mths. FREE Adoption. Mongrel www.PetFinder.my Coco, Female, 2 Mths. FREE Adoption. Mongrel. www.PetFinder.my Carnea - 012-3329952 Adam and Eve, 2 Yrs. RM 150. 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