Sherman turns 2!

The baby of the Loo Lim Household turned TWO on 20th July!

#babybutheisthebiggestinsizela #babygiant

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Our Ohpopdog shoot - Part TWO!

It took Mummy a long while (erm, about three months) to realise that she actually did not share the group shots from our Ohpopdog shoot with Pecan!

#goodjob #comeIclapforyou

The Loo Lim family!

From tallest to shortest! 

Interestingly, the tallest is the youngest (Sherman turns TWO this year) and the shortest is the oldest (Ah ma is 16!).

#dontjudgeabookbyitscover #shermanisanoversizedjrt #orratherheisabear

Though we wanted Pecan to be the star of the shoot, it turned out that the show-snatcher was... 

stupid SHELLY LOO.

Check out her goofy expressions!

Pecan didn't seem to happy to be stuck in the box with Shelly.

What stupid expression is this ah?

AND why do the young punks seemed more tired than the seniors?

And this! 

WHAT IS THIS? 

#facepalm

#shellyneedsasmackbutton 

Still, Mummy loved every shot taken!

But again of course la, I mean we really are a good looking family!

#bhb

Thanks G and Zee once again for the amazing pics!

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A "FLooF" Christmas!

Christmas came early for us this year!

Because the amazing peeps at FLOOF SG sent us a FLOOF Christmas hamper! 

Wheeeeeeeeeeeee...

#wearesoloved #hengallsantadidnotseeallthemischiefwedidthisyear #wearelookingatyousherman

Ey Sherman, what's with your stupid expression?

#uncooperative

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Throwback to ... Pippin's birthday!

On 25th July 2017, we celebrated Pippin's 4th birthday!

We brought Pips home in January and of course, while we will always remember her gotcha day, we also wanted to give her a 'birthdate'.

My birthday falls in January and Pecan's one is in September. To spread out the celebrations, we decided that Pippin's birthday will be on 25th July!

#excusesla #shejustwantsareasontobuymorecakes #reallyrandomdate

Mummy ordered her cake from one of our favourite ladies, Dionne, and barkery - Barking Good.

#wewantedtosayauntiebutwescaredshescold

So, we hopped over to their new store front to collect the cake!

#happyfaces

Mummy was contemplating doing a quick shoot there of us posing with the lovely cake, but decided to not risk it after all.

#nothankstopippinmonster #pippinwillcheongthecakelor

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Our Pick: Draw For A Cause

It's an open secret that Mummy is obsessed with getting illustrations of us done.

#trustusit'sgettingworsewiththeadditionofpippin #poordaddy'spocket

Hence, it's a no-brainer that Mummy would participate in Woofer & Purrlensky's project for the year - DRAW FOR A CAUSE.

This initiative is pretty neat.

From now till the end of the year, all you have to do is donate at least $150 worth of food or cash to any local animal welfare organisation, present your donation receipt at Woofer & Purrlensky and the extremely talented boss, Beverly, will illustrate your pet for free!

#winwinsituation 

This is so up Mummy's alley la. 

Not only does she get to walk home with lovely portraits of us, she gets to give back to the society.

#soundslikesomethingacrazydogladywilllike

Presenting our #DrawForACause portraits!

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Sam's Pick: Dr Bronner 18-in-1 Pure Castile Soap

We should have known better when Mummy suddenly allowed us to get muddy and dirty on our day out.

#shealawayshassomethinguphersleeves #mummybullyusagain

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A White X'mas.. PARTY!

Our favourite season is right around the corner. 

#okaylastillgotmorethanonemonth

And we love that Christmas is in the air!

#stunnedface #keepingmypawscrossedthatmummyisnotexpectingmetokissahmaunderthemistletoe

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Sam's pick: Zippy Paws

I'm not really a huge fan of stuffed plush toys.

Well, there was a time when destroying them was my life mission.

Thankfully for Mummy, I had since outgrown that phase. 

#removingstuffingnokickla #tooeasyuntilicannotbebotheredtodoit

On the other hand, Pecan ah ma isn't interested in them either.

#sheonlyhaseyesforherlatexsheep

Hence, Mummy really doesn't bother buying us any.

However, she recently found a type of plushie that got me going cray cray over it!

It's the ZippyPaws Burrows!

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Sam's Pick: Online Shopping with Kohepets

The kind people from Kohepets dropped us an email asking if we were keen to do a sponsored review about our experience shopping with them.

Instantly, our shopaholic sides came right through.

#weinherititfromMummyone

YES,we said!

Pecan ah ma and myself were extremely excited and both of us took some time, sat down and to come up with our shopping list.

#tookoursolongcan #thinkingistiring

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Day at the beach!

It's been a while since we shared photos of us having fun outdoors.

So she decided to bring her camera along on our day out at Tanjong beach.

Wheeeeee....

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Sam tested: QuickGrab

We've reviewed treats and services, but certainly not poop bags.

Hence, when Auntie Sue Ann dropped Mummy an email about reviewing QuickGrab Fragranced Dog Litter Disposal Bags, she just couldn't say no!

#mummyisacheapola #anythingfreeshealsowant

I guess it's always fun to try something different out.

#ifyougiveusfreecupcakeswewillreviewANYTHING

As a pup, I used to have a habit of eating poop. 

Not my own poop, but other dog's. 

And I loved mine fresh out of the 'oven'.

I actually ran to a pooping Doberman and stood behind his butt to catch the fresh bake that was coming out of the 'tap'.

#mummywasscreamingherlungsoffwhenthathappened #thiswasthereasonwhymyparentsdontletmelicktheirfaces

#theystilldontallowme

Of course, Mummy wasn't impressed a bit. Plus, she even earned the title of poop picker by her friends as the first thing she would do when she entered any dog runs was to pick up lying piles.

I guess this was when she developed a preference for good poop bags and is really particular about them.

She used to use Dogs on Board poop bags and recently switched to Earth Rated Poop Bags.

Like me, they are flown from America and are of really good quality.

#mypoopbagscostmorethanmytreatsleh #mummyisamazonshopaholic

While Mummy was initially a little skeptical about the QuickGrab bags, she decided to give it a try anyway.

Time to put it to the test.

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Sam's Pick: Animology

The kind people at Pet Lovers Centre dropped us an email to ask if we were keen to review their products.

You know we'll never say no.

#cheapomummy #neversaynotofree #daddypockethappy

This time, we tried our paws on one of PLC's exclusive products -  the Animology Shampoo.

All the way from the UK, it is an multi award winning brand that is trusted by groomers and animal care professionals around the world!  

Mummy is a sucker for branding. So she was sold the instant she saw the packaging.

#canbemoreshallowanot

Besides that, there is a wide range of products for dogs of all sizes, skin and coat types.

We were so spoilt for choice that Mummy took so long to decide which two products to test out.

#indecisivewoman

After like FOREVER, she decided to give the White Wash Shampoo a shot.

It is specially concocted for white dogs and has been developed using a low foam formula that makes it quick and easy to rinse while reducing the chances of any irritation.

It also comes with a built-in conditioner, which means that lazy mummy didn't have to rinse us twice.

Needless to say, that made her rather happy.

#canlazyuntillikethatialsodontknowwhattosay

#welookhideousintheshowercapsman #willsmilefortreats #ihatemylife

True enough, the shampoo is really gentle and we didn't mind when Mummy used it to scrub our faces.

#samhatesbath

It really rinses off easily and within minutes, we were done.

#samHATESbath

Mummy also took this chance to try out the new shower robes she bought for us at the JRM auction.

#ahmatryingtoactsexy #ilooklikeadumpling

Don't we just look so sparkling white?

On one hand, Mummy felt that the scent wasn't strong enough. (By the next day, there were barely any traces of the scent.)

However, she did feel that we might be more comfortable with the lack of an overpowering scent.

Afterall, we really ain't fond of smelling like a walking flower. 

So, if you're looking for a mild smelling shampoo, this is certainly a must try.

We also had the best opportunity to put the stain removal function of the shampoo to test.

My recent gig (heheheh...will reveal more in a future post) required me to put on some makeup. 

However, the first time it happened, it took us three thorough washes to rid it completely. 

So, Mummy wanted to see how efficient the White Wash shampoo would be.

And O.M.G...after just one wash....

I was as good as new.

#mummywassuperhappyla #shegrinsowideuntilshelooklikejokerlor

#okayiexaggerate

Test Passed (with flying colours too man).

Of course, if your dogs, like us, love to rub on god-knows-what to smell funky, there's always a nourishing spray to help musk the scent.

#menohappycosirathersmellsmelly #pecannocareasusual

Mummy chose the Dogs Life Nourishing Spray as she wanted to give us a clean and fresh look.

Like the shampoo, she did feel that the scent didn't linger as long as others we've tried, but she really liked how light and easy it is to use.

In addition, it was able to musk whatever stinky smell we picked up.

#foiledourplan #wewilltryharder

So, if you're looking for a line of mild-smelling and effective grooming products, why not give Animology a shot?

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Cushion us!

We all know Mummy is kinda obsessed with us.

#thatisanunderstatementlor

And I'm sure if she can choose, she would keep us on the couch as decor.

#wetoocutela #wemakethebesthomeaccents

Plus, she wants to be able to hug us day and night...

#omgnojustno

But we all know it's impossible. (Phew~)

#shecanconsidertaxidermisinguswhenwepass #iamsuredaddywilldivorceherthen

So she decided to settle for the next best thing.

And it comes in a box....

Peek-a-boo...

Ta~dah!

Introducing the cushion version of us!

Mummy first saw this illustrator on Dog-Milk and immediately wanted one, i mean two. 

She had always wanted a pillow version of us and did go as far as to print a silk-screen version of me.

However, she realised that the end product is highly dependent on the quality of the photo.

And since she is a sucky photographer, of course it didn't turn out very well.

Hence, these cushions from Kara Burke are a win-win.

Firstly, she gets yet another illustration of us.

#thereisnosuchthingastoomany

Secondly, she gets to hug the cushion version of us!

#hengah #noneedtocuddlewithherinthisshittyheat

Well, since these cushions have officially replaced us on the couch...

We have no other choice but to sit in the box they came in..

Le sigh.. any couch wanna adopt us?

PS: If you come by and visit us the next time and we refuse to let you hug, please feel free to hug the cushion us! 

Just don't take us along.

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Doggie Workout with K9FITbone

A recent visit to the vet confirmed Mummy's fears...

Pecan ah ma's body isn't quite keeping up.

#sheis12yearsoldnot12monthsoldma 

While it isn't falling apart just yet, her joints are starting to display signs of stiffness.

#abouttimela

The vet advised Mummy to minimise Pecan's climbing of stairs and unnecessary jumping. Plus, should she show any signs of tiredness or reluctance to walk when we're out, we should allow her to rest.

#idothatallthetimehowcomemummystillmakemewalk #lifenofair

Other than that, we were also sent home with the first of many bottles of glucosamine.

To be honest, Pecan is really an energetic ah ma and she is way more active than I am.

#iamnotlazy #iamjustchill

In addition, Mummy has done a couple of steps to keep her active and healthy.

Maintain lean weight -  Checked

#hengispecannotme #elseminewilluncheckandiwillbeputonadiet #hengman

Swimming - Checked.

Despite that, Mummy is still a tad worried that her little body might not keep up with her in future.

So, kiasu Mummy started doing some research on how else to strengthen her joints and muscles.

And with the recommendation from Auntie Kristina, 

she got us a K9FITbone.

#nowourhouseislikeadoggiegym

The K9FITbone can help us develop strength, endurance, balance and flexibility through low-impact full-body conditioning.

Most importantly, it can help strengthen our core muscles.

#canyouimaginesamwithsixpecs #nowthat'smyaiminlife #begonelittlebelly

With a stronger core, Pecan will be able to take stress off her limbs and joints. It also protects the back making it less susceptible for injuries too. 

#goodforherlongbodytoo

It came with instructions for a few simple exercises.

So we decided to put it to the test.

PAWS UP!

Balancing act.

Looks easy doesn't it?

The truth was my muscles were actually trembling a little.

#forsixpecsisworthit

Hehehe, of course I got lazy tired and decided to rest on the bone!

My core is so strong that I can even lay on it lor.

#indenial

Guess I wasn't alone.

-_-

#pecantheshowoff

To Mummy's surprise, we absolutely love the K9FITbone!

(Okay, more of the treats that come with it)

And just a few simple exercise actually got us exhausted really quickly!

Besides that, there are plenty of benefits of using it!

A bonus - we can even share one!

Just a few short days and Mummy is already noticing that our cores are stronger!

We always knew this trick called "Sit Pretty". 

After working on the K9FITbone, Mummy noticed that our Sit Pretty has become much more competent!

#pecanischeatingbyleaningonthecouch #iamsayingthiscoshersitprettyisbetterthanmine

Keep a lookout for a toner and muscular Sam and Pecan soon!

Mummy's note: We were planning to order it from the US website when we realised that SuperNova Academy is the local distributor! Not only do we save on shipping, we got it within a day of ordering.

Woohoo~

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Keeping us busy

We know how pesky Jack Russells can be.

#wearenotcalledjackrussellterrorsfornothing

It is a constant fight for Mummy to keep us out of trouble. 

Despite weekly swims and multiple walks daily, we do still give Mummy dirty looks to express our boredom once in a while.

#entertainusorelse #thedeathstare #yeswearejudgingyou

That being said, combating our boredom is no easy feat.

In fact, it's a major headache for Mummy. 

 Pecan and I are polar opposite. 

I am really smart. And I mean REALLY smart.

WAHHAHAHAHAH

#whosaysselfpraiseisnopraise #itisthehighestofpraisesk

Give me a treat toy and I can figure it out in seconds.

#worsecometoworsejustusebrutestrengthlor #nothingmyjawscannotdefeat

On the other hand, Pecan ah ma is...let's just say slow.

#stupidisstupidla 

Unlike me, she doesn't have the intellect (I mean) patience to overcome treat toys.

So while most toys work for me, they don't do the same for her.

Toys that work for her, are like a yawn for me man.

Hence, it is a challenge for Mummy to find toys that can keep both of us occupied. 

But Mummy being Mummy (someone who is extremely obsessed with dog stuff) rose to the occasion and found these amazing toys to keep our naughty paws and noses out of trouble.

And here they are!!!

#thisisjustlikefivepercentofdogthingsinourhouse

Let's start with the..

Northmate Green Feeder.

Although it is designed as a modern interactive feeder for dogs who love to gulp down their food, it works equally well as a treat toy.

Mummy will randomly sprinkle some treats on it and leave us to work on it.

The Northmate Green is meant for dogs while the purple one is for cats.

The main difference (besides the colour, like duh~) is that the tuft of 'grass' for the feline bowl is higher and sharper. 

Hence, there is an increase in the level of difficulty for the purple bowl.

No prizes for guessing who gets the harder one.

#bringiton #isosmartitsnotaproblemlor

While googling the product, Mummy did read reviews about how the dog's eye may be injured by the tuft. But so far, that isn't a concern for us. 

After all, we do have rather long snouts and we're relatively careful around it. 

But if you do have a short snout or over-excited pooch, supervision might be a good idea.

Up next...

Our Petprojekt Toys!

(We've the Holobal, the Holobal Football and the Holobon)

Made from 100 percent natural rubber, this is a surprisingly durable toy for its design.

Mummy started by purchasing only one as she was concerned about the ridges breaking under the pressure of our jaws.

But so far so good.

#survivedtheSmonster

Okay, this toy is a little hit-and-miss for Pecan ah ma.

There are days that she goes ga-ga over it. And there are days (like in this video) that she wouldn't give a hoot about it.

We did notice a decrease in her interest after she became toothless. Guess her jaw grip is weaker now.

#notsogoodforbogaydogs #menocomplain #guesswhogotthetreatsintheend #winwinforsam

Pecan on a good day.

#whosaysshecannot #sheiscanonelor

This is the...

Snuffelmat!

Our trainer, Auntie Kristina, introduced the Snuffelmat to Mummy. 

This really cool rug is made of fleece strips that are weaved together. 

All you have to do is to hide treats between the strips and let your furkid do the rest of the work.

We would have to use our noses to sniff and hunt down the bites. 

#thesniffgame #puttingournosestowork 

Mummy absolutely love the sound of our sniffing noses when we work on this.

#yapsheisthatweird

Definitely a toy that keeps our noses and brains stimulated!

Our Kyjen Slo-Bowl Slow Feeder.

#wearejudgingyourlousyphotographyskills #wehatetowait

It's like a merry-go-round. 

In order to get to our treats, we have to chase them through the maze to the end where the gap is wide enough for us to scoop up the bites. 

#rawrrrrrrr #roundandroundandroundwego 

The Kyjen slow feeders actually come in various designs and sizes, but Mummy settled for the coral design for one simple reason - the colour.

#yapsheisthatshallow

And our favourite of the lot... (it's Mummy's personal fav too) is the..

Westpaw Toppl!

This was also recommended to us by Auntie Kristina. 

It's a pretty straightforward toy - just stuff treats in and let your pooch do the rest.

This is extremely perfect for the lazy stupid ah ma and the smart little Sammy. 

Although it can be rather challenging, the fact that she was able to see and taste the treat (little by little) allows her to keep going on. 

#goodforstupiddogslikeahma #goodforcleverdogslikeme

Best part of this toy is that it's prefect for freezing!

Simply stick in some enticing treats (chicken and pork meat do wonders), pour some yoghurt over it and stick them into the freezer.

And voila~ 

It's an awesome way to keep us busy for a good hour or so. 

#thiskeepsmummysane 

The only down side... yoghurt beard.

But hey, who cares.

#pecanrockingthedishevelledlook #yoghurtbeardmakememanlyhor

Oh oh..and the most important reason why Mummy is as obsessed with all these toys as we are...

Yap, they are ALL dishwasher safe!

#lazymummy

Except the snuffelmat of course.. but guess what, that is machine washable!

#winliaolor

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