Dog Talk: Living happily ever after in their forever home


Pickles has moved into a fancy condo with a huge terrace of her own. Photo: Didi and Nikki Pirinyuang

There are more dumped and abandoned pets than there are homes. But a lucky few each year are picked up by shelters and rescuers before being matched with good forever homes.

We talk to families who are celebrating the season with their perfect furry match.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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