Pets bring joy and teach individuals about discipline, responsibility and compassion


Calming influence: Civil servant and certified divemaster Muhammad Rafiuddin Abdul Jalil, 36, misses going out to sea but is thankful to have his pet fishes for company during the Covid-19 pandemic. — THOMAS YONG/The Star

WORKING from home and the lack of social activities amid the current Covid-19 pandemic can be an isolating experience.

Because of this, many have turned to their pets for comfort and solace.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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