Pet cafes are an emerging trend in cities


Spoilt for choice: Customers checking out pet products at Clawset Cafe in Petaling Jaya.

EXCLUSIVE: PETALING JAYA: As pet cafes gain popularity in Malaysia, their legitimacy has been questioned and activists are concerned about the welfare of the animals “working” in the cafes.

Cafes where customers not only can grab a cup of coffee but also interact with domesticated pets are an emerging trend in cities.

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