Wei Wei's Dino with many belongings of his own!

Real name or Nickname: weiwei

Age: 23

Gender: Female

Location: singapore

My chowchow is called: dinodino tan

My chowchow is a...: dinosaur from goldcoast perth...

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 12 years old

History (and stories) of my chowchow: i went to goldcoast australia when i was 11years old... i cant leave without him cos every night we will sleep together... I've bought several things for him... his bag,... pillow,.. bolster... bed.. n a house for him to out his belongings... dinodino also have his own chowchow which is as tiny as our size of thumb...he will hug his little tortoise chowchow to sleep...in year of 2005 he got himself a father which is my hubby bf...all of us love n care for each other... his father will buy things for him... like a mini dustbin... bath tub for him... basically he got everything...u can see that hot air balloon...that's one of the things i've bought for him to play...we love him a lot... next time if i've a child with my hubby bf.... i will make sure our kid respect n treat dinodino like his or her brother.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: last year...dinodino is afraid of water cos he hates sun bathing n had a bad experience of drowning when his grandma (my mum)was not careful... he is a timid boy... n he said he do not wish his hunk masculine fragrance to be washed away

My family's relationship with my chowchow: my parents which are his grandparents everyone knows him n treat him like a part of family... even my bf family... his sisters n his brother n parents all know dinodino...cos dinodino is out with me whenever i go,...

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: he love dinodino a lot tho he never say... from his actions... like covering him with blanket in the middle of the night... tells everything.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: he understands me a lot... he is very adorable cos he likes to wag his tail... i tell my hubby bf that next time we married our wedding banquet...i want to let dinodino sit on a chair....to see his parents get married... he will be loved by us forever....he is alive...u know it when there is love. from his eyes he look at you, you know it... people may regard me as insane but i will not care cos its my life...i love = life

Greetings!

Hi there! If you have noticed of late, the team has semi-disappeared so we apologise for being slow on updating all our dearest chowchow to share with the rest!

Fret not, we are now back in operation! Check out our last poll here,













Looks like many of us still cannot bear leaving our beloved chowchow at home while we enjoy wander-lusting!

Stay tune, we are coming back with more!

Short's smiley Teddy

Real name or Nickname: short

Age: 17

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: teddy

My chowchow is a...: teddybear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 6 years

History (and stories) of my chowchow: Teddy was a christmas present given to me by my Aunt when i was young. Teddy is my best friend. I bring him along wherever i go, even when i am travelling overseas or staying overnight at my autie's place, teddy is always by my side. Sometime when i feel very low and have no one to talk to i will hug him and tell him my sorrows, even though he is a non-living thing. How i wish that teddy can talk and share my feelings... In the past when i was young, i used to play with teddy a lot when i was alone and loney. ya so teddy has bring about so much joy in my life :)

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Hmm, about a year ago. i have decided not to bath him anymore unless my mum kept complaining about his smell.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They have generally accepted him and treat him as part of our family , even though my mum would sometime complaint about his smell .

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Huh? what bed partner? Teddy is my bed partner, i hug him whenever i sleep and he is a good remedy to treat insomnia cos i am able to sleep so soundly whenever he is with me.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He is so cute, so hugable and always smile at me. He plays with me when i am bored. He shares my happiness and sadness, he is always with me be it rain or shine. I just love to hug him, i just love his smell, i just love everything about him.

Cherz and her MekkMekk!

Real name or Nickname: cherz

Age: 27

Location: Malaysia

My chowchow is called: MekkMekk, the sound a sheep makes

My chowchow is a...: Sheep.. hehe :)

Number of chowchow years it has lived: mek mek is a little lamb.. only 4 months old :)

History (and stories) of my chowchow: I was in a shopping frenzy, rushing to buy last minute Valentine's Present for my bestie. After rushing through all the stores in the mall, I could not find anything that I liked. When I was on the verge of giving up, I suddenly laid eyes on the cutest ever sheep sitting on the shelves  with his other fellow friends. He has this cheeky grin on his face that I could not resist but to buy. My friend changed his gender from a male to a female.

I wanted him back! But who knows.. two months later, and a confession... I received MekkMekk as a surprise after a dinner date. Though it's a replica, mine is so much CUTER!

After a month though.. MekkMekk developed a tear at the side of his belly.. and it's still torn. Never found the time to sew it back! Haha..

So, there's actually two chowchows, two MekkMekks and two owners.. hehe..

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: MekkMekk is still as white as snow.. and smells reaaaally good.. no need a bath yet. =)

My family's relationship with my chowchow: hehe.. they know of his existence.. mom says he's sooooooo incredibly cute and dad plays with him on his belly...

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: We do lots together.. we hold hands and pray before bedtime, snore, drool, play.. and just snuggle endlessly! I will hug him before I sleep, and he'll still be in my arms the next morning!! :) <3

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: MekkMekk is incredibly loving and is always full of expression. He doesn't disappoint me, never judges and loves me as I am. He lights me up during my dullest moments.. and brings joy whenever I need one... :) MekkMekk is incredibly huggable!

Sally's Green Hippo!

Real name or Nickname: sally

Age: 26

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: hippo

My chowchow is a...: green hippo!

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 3 months

History (and stories) of my chowchow: I met my chowchow in JB sitting on a shelf in a mall with his pink twin.. he was soooo cute and had a goofy grin on his face..and he had the cutest little t-shirt..

K bought him and i carried him all round the mall, back to Singapore..and he never leaves my bed...

K loves hippo too.. *beams*

His tor-chai (belly button) came off and my mommy had to sew it back on :(

Hippo goes with me everywhere i go..(except for my recent trip, he was too large for the luggage bag). i take pictures of him and his cute goofy face is on my mobile phone screen..

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Never...hippo never had a bath..

My family's relationship with my chowchow: I brought him back to my hometown in a large suitcase and introduced him to my parents. Mommy sat him down on her lap one day and sew his tor-chai (belly button) back on...

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: hippo is my bed partner! :)

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: he is cute and green..he keeps me company at night and his goofy little grin just makes me wanna hug him to bits... ;)
He laughs with me and cries with me..and he's there when i have nightmares..he is the perfect bed partner..

Ping Teo's Humpty & hubby's Grem!

Real name or Nickname: Ping Teo

Age: 32

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Humpty

My chowchow is a...: Egg-shaped pillow

Number of chowchow years it has lived: At least 27

History (and stories) of my chowchow: My mum's sister-in-law is a seamstress. She used to make me dresses when I was young, and made this pillow for me. I thought the idea of a Humpty Dumpty was quite clever!

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: The inner pillow had been thrown away by my mum years ago, cos it was too brownish and gross. I salvaged the 'skin' and finally sewed a new 'body' for it last year.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They generally left it alone, except mum, who's the hygiene inspector ;)

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Hubby has his own chowchow, Grem, who's in the the photo with Humpty. I think Humpty has finally found a mate! Though Grem is grosser than her because he still has his brownish body from Hubby's childhood.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: It is just the correct shape to prop up my head or back when sleeping. And she has limbs!!!!

Rachel's Maxxxxiiiieeee!

Real name or Nickname: Rachel

Age: 26

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Max/Max boy/Maxxxxiiieeeee

My chowchow is a...: Elephant. Actually Max has a companion stuck to his foot, and she's a mouse called Millie. But Millie is so tiny nobody really cares for her (including me and Max of course - that big bully).

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 3

History (and stories) of my chowchow: I saw Max sitting on a shelf in a bookshop (of all places!) but I had left without bringing him home that day. I was convinced that someone my age shouldn't be indulging in toys anymore. But as I found myself drawn back to that bookshop everyday after I walked away that first time, I knew then it was about time I took Max home.

That very same day I took Max off the shelves, me and him and a friend took off to Alleybar. Obviously Max's not much of a drinker (I wonder then where he gets his fat belly from) so he was just chilling being adored by everyone.

Max travels with me, watches tele with me, keeps me warm on the cold nights, watches me bash buttons on the Xbox, reads with me, snores with me, drools with me. Most importantly he's faithfully kept by my side when I was recovering from my heart surgery (apart from the nurses tearing him away from me!!).

We have laughed together, cried together, and obviously slept together. I ask him if he's been a good boy sometimes and he'll nod to everything I say but that cheeky smile on his face gives it all away - he takes every chance he gets to bully Millie! I may not care much for Millie but I suppose I care enough for her to stay alive. [ed: LOL!]

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Hmm... that was sometime in January.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: My mom wants to kidnap Max all to herself. She talks to him sometimes but she calls him 'Elephant' and pulls his ears. Guess Max don't like that too much. My friends look at me with  strange eyes when I go on about Max but I know they love him too!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He has such a big belly and floppy ears. Sometimes when I'm upset his ears flop down in such a way that he looks sad too. He's been through so much with me and I think he's only starting to warm to the idea of going for swims (in the washing machine) because he knows he comes out all fluffed (which lasts about a day). I call it swimming and sunbathing; I think he calls it hell.

He's my tough little one with his big belly, bigger ears and the biggest heart (that is when he's not flinging poor Millie around)!

SH's Cui Chang Fang!

Real name or Nickname: SH

Age: 24

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: CuiCui, ChangChang, FangFang (I even have a tune for their names.)

My chowchow is a...: Darling. Sweetheart. Germs Collector. Most of all, my sleeping pill. OK lah, they WERE my pillow and bolster when I was wee.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 24 years old

History (and stories) of my chowchow:
1. They were ninjas
I made sure they remained incognito when I went overseas or for a sleepover at my friends'. "Hide them, before your mum finds them and bin them" was the mantra.

2. They were precious.
I covered them with the blanket when I was younger because I was afraid they would get cold. I was cold.

3. They are never lost.
In the dark of the night, if I wake up and they're not there, I'll fight sleepyness and fear just to pull out my bed and rescue them from the monsters underneath my bed.

4. They travelled with me on hand luggage.
I've brought them overseas when they were younger. Always hand carry them. Never check them in.

5. I understand their brevity.
I did not dare to smell them too much because I was afraid they will lose their smell.

I'm a sane, logical lady, by the way.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Erm.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They've accepted them. Though I hate to say it, they're ashamed of them. Hidden from public's eye during festivities.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: What bed partner? They ARE my bed partners.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: They love me.

Yiyi's Donkey Eeyore chowchow!

Real name or Nickname: yiyi

Age: 20+

Gender: Female

Location: In my Company~

My chowchow is called: Ah Tu

My chowchow is a...: DONKEY! Eeyore!

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 1++,& still living...

History (and stories) of my chowchow: He's from Kiddy palace. i fell in love with him when i 1st saw him! so he said! "ME! ME! ME!" tadah. so he's with me now. (=

sharing his hobbies:

- rotting on my workstation

- going over to my users desk

- walking ard in office

- loves to eat

- staring at my monitor

- combing his little hair

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: he doesnt likes bathing and he's so clean, there's no need for him to bath~

My family's relationship with my chowchow: 1st day when my mum saw him, she shook hand with him and welcome him. [ed: hahahah hilarious]

my colleagues will ask me how's he..

we're best partners!!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He accompanied through the hardest days in office. survived every difficult suitation with me..

and of coz he's just so adorable.

He accompanied me for business trips.

and he's going to more places.

he gets excited when i started packing my luggage! He gets a special space in my luggage~

Lazy Pigsy's chowchow!

Real name or Nickname: Lazy Pigsy

Age: 28

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Pig Pig

My chowchow is a...: Pig that i used to cuddle whenever i am at home....from the living room to my bed i sleep on.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 4 years

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: First 2 years

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: I took its photo so much but sadly i'd to throw it away cos the soft sand inside are falling all over.

Results of Past Polls

This post is way overdue, but the team has been quite busy these past few days! 

Poll 1: My chowchow comes from...?

61% of your chowchows came from your parents or grandparents! A distant 2nd are self bought! Now that came as a bit of a surprise to us :) 

Out of the 56 submissions we have, 40 are from Singapore. I'm sure there are plenty more! And I'm also sure that there are chowchows lurking in every country! So dear Singaporeans, do help us spread the word to your friends overseas!

cheers,

chowchowsteam

Ahweed's Mao Mao chowchow!

Real name or Nickname: Ahweed

Age: 30

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Mao Mao  aka "Money"

My chowchow is a...: Bear...the most kissable bear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 3 years

History (and stories) of my chowchow: Mao Mao is a gift, given by a bunch of friends during the lowest peak of my life. Didn't know that he has become the greatest joy of my life! Never much a fan in talking to soft toys but Mao Mao is different. We quarrel all the time, get into fights and argue like nobody business. But... he is always the first to give in because Mao Mao always professes his love for me daily! He starts and ends my day with his generous hugs, kisses and 'I lup you'. Most importantly, he smells great. ( But he needs to brew that kinda smell you knoe.)

Oh ya...he wants to tell the world that he is the most popular bear in the world who hates to study, but loves to sleep, flirt with pretty babes, change new clothes weekly, dance and rap. He enjoys travelling and destinations covered to date...Vietnam (even to the mountains, Taiwan, Hokkaido, KL,  Cameron Highlight, JB and Hong Kong.His loves of his life are his buddy, Bian Bian, Snoozy JieJie, Nabei Jie Jie [ED: WHAT?!?] and his own chow chow... Twinky.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Never...almost went for a dry cleaning after hurtful remarks made by the public that he is dirtier by the days. Think..he will never get to bathe lah.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Mummy talks to him and she is his fashion critic. PaPa treats him invisible, but with due respect. Ruby, my dog, sleeps on his big, flabby tummy. Snoozy Jie Jie bites his nose, sleeps on him, punch him at times and loves him very much too.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: He is my one and only. (Although he can be quite irritating and noisy before bedtime. ) Oh...we share blanket and pillow..but he got rolled down the bed at times.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: he is one of a kind...we know our thoughts and we can feel our emotions. Although he is cuddly, but he is the strongest pillar I ever have. I shall prcfess my love for my flirtatious bear..." YOU ARE MY ONE AND ONLY LUP TOO!!! TO DEATH TILL US PART!!! YO YO!!!"

Electronic chowchow?

Here is an idea for chowchow lovers! Maybe you can make him/her electronic! After seeing this prototype, can't help but post it! Enjoy!

Snoozy's "one of a kind" Bianbian!

Real name or Nickname: Snoozy

Age: 28

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Bianbian aka Benny

My chowchow is a...: bear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 17 and counting

History (and stories) of my chowchow: Bianbian belonged to my brother initially but due negligence, I adopted him and from then on, he's my bear. However, he's still very loyal to his first owner... He has studied with me for my PSLE, O-levels, A-levels and degree so he's quite a knowledgable bear. He would like to take the examinations if given a chance... Due to his appearance, he's always taunted by others, leading to his inferior complexity. After some encouragement from a friend, Bianbian has opened up... built his confidence and even travels to my workplace daily to watch me at work. He goes on tours too... To-date, he has been to Vietnam, Hokkaido, Taiwan, K.L, Cameron Highlands and JB. His next stop will be Hong Kong! :)

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Never... but he's taken for sunbathing at times by my mother... rather forcefully...

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Err... my brother talks to him and holds his hand when he's in a good mood... my mother can't wait to murder him (put him in the washing machine). My bunny ignores him...

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: Bianbian knows me very well... we have telepathy. His hands are used to wipe my tears. He is the only one in the whole world who can stands my nonsensical behaviour and fiery temper. Of course, I love him best for his UNIQUE smell... one of a kind in the world.

Victoria's Bearny has its own chowchow!

Real name or Nickname: Victoria

Age: 20s

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Bearny or Teddy or Ah Bear (left) (right is Tigger, Bearny's chow chow)

My chowchow is a...: teddy bear that I got from a MacDonald's Happy Meal pack when I attended a cousin's birthday party years ago.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 17 years

History (and stories) of my chowchow: It was my mum who asked me to keep the bear because she said it was very cute. At first, I thought it was so childish to keep a teddy bear but hey hey...Bearny is no ordinary teddy bear! He's a very cute, intelligent and sensible bear-person :) Check out his incredible charming smile!

Bearny enjoys watching TV and seeing the whole family tuck into meals. He is also very friendly and warm and enjoys giving everyone hugs and kisses but unfortunately, not everyone is willing to be kissed by him.

When I became increasingly busy with work and other commitments, I gave Bearny his own chowchow too- Tigger and he loves Tigger very much too and will always shower him with kisses and hugs.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Last Dec because my husband wanted him to be cleaner. Bearny hates to be bathed because he hates the water. In fact, whenever my mum wants to bathe him, he will mysteriously disappear until he's reassured that he's not going to be showered.

Actually, I prefer Bearny's own natural scent. I think he smells heavenly :)

My family's relationship with my chowchow: My family accepts Bearny wholeheartedly. They know he will always be there watching tv with them and even now that I'm married, I still bring Bearny home to visit my parents and they are happy to see him (but not smell him). My nephew (2 year old) gets very excited when he sees Bearny but I think I will not let him touch Bearny for now till he's older because during the last encounter, he(nephew) almost ripped off his (Bearny's) ears and paw. I panicked!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My husband has a love-hate relationship with Bearny. He has implemented a ruling system whereby Bearny is not supposed to be within 20cm near his face because he has a sensitive nose. But at the same time, he does sayang Bearny by patting his head or stroking his face when he's very obedient or says nice things like "Good night", etc.

Sometimes when we have arguments, Bearny is the one who mediates and we always end our squabbles very peacefully :)

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: Bearny is my very best friend (apart from my husband). He's my constant companion and has been to every other country that I've been to. The fact that he's rather small in built allows me to take him almost everywhere. Everytime I get on board an aircraft, I will always take him out (he's crazy about planes!) and no one will know cos it's our little secret :)

Rachel's handmade chowchow

Real name or Nickname: Rachel

Age: 22

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: chowchow/smellysmelly

My chowchow is a...: bolster!

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 12

History (and stories) of my chowchow: My first chowchow was a small pillow that I carried everywhere which my grandmother made for me. When I was 10yrs old, my godma became so fedup with me carrying a smelly and disgusting rag, she threw it away while we were on a family trip. I was so upset that I cried the whole trip home.

I couldn't get over it, my grandmother made me my second and current chowchow which is a bolster. It has been with me through secondary school, through university overseas and even now that I'm working, it is still with me :D

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: A few years back. That time when it had a bath, I couldn't sleep without it! But as the cotton inside it was wet, I had to make do with it draped over a chair with a fan blowing at it to dry it at a faster speed. Intervals in the night I would wake up, touch my chowchow to assure myself it is there before falling asleep again.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: My mother thinks its ridiculous @ 22 and makes comments when I sit at the computer with it draped over my shoulder! They are immune to the fact I have a chowchow. In fact, my brother has one so he can't make fun of me. Heh.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My dog is perfectly fine sharing both me and my bedspace with my chowchow!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it was specially and lovingly made for me by my grandmother. It holds my smell, my tears, my complaints, my crushes, my thoughts, my pain and my happiness. Sometimes when I hug it, I think of my grandma and I miss her so much. It has been many years since she's left this world, but I know that she will always be with me.

Chowchow still sleeps draped over my chest every night without fail and it will have that special place for years to come.

Duffy's Beagle chowchow!

Real name or Nickname: Duffy

Age: 3+

Gender: Female

Location: My bed

My chowchow is called: Duffy

My chowchow is a...: a beagle

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 3 yrs 5 mths 31 days

History (and stories) of my chowchow: given as a birthday present by a group of church choir friends

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: a few months back?

My family's relationship with my chowchow: they know i love it and don't really disapprove much of it.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: NA

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it's soft, as it's a beanie. it also has my smell and is the substitute for a real pet dog.

[ED: This post was submitted by mommy or daddy yes? If not..I would be kinda scared lol! Thanks Duffy's mommy/daddy.]

Noel's Green Freak from 'Educated Baby Land'!

Real name or Nickname: Noel

Age: 11

Gender: Male

Location: Hougang, Singapore

My chowchow is called: Baby or 'Green freak'

My chowchow is a...: Pillow

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 7

History (and stories) of my chowchow: Baby was made by my grandmother and lives in  family of 5 babies, it being the youngest. Its species of babies is called 'Educated baby' and they live in 'educated baby land'. Their neighbour include squiky and its family of 7, which belong to 'nest baby land'(squiky and its family belong to my brother).

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: The last time I vomited on it.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: -  [ED: This explains everything i guess lol]

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: I will kiss and hug it everyday, I always sleep with it.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it has been with me since young

Aby's Smelly Monkey!

Real name or Nickname: Aby Hou

Age: 22

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Smelly

My chowchow is a...: Monkey

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 6

History (and stories) of my chowchow: My Smelly boy will follow me wherever i go. I love to smell him when ever i see him. He is like a son to me.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Cant remember but the smell will soon come back after a few days

My family's relationship with my chowchow: He is recognized as part of the family

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Smelly lies on my chest or by the side of my pillow when ever i go to bed

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He always brightens up my day when ever i see him... he is so cute

BukBuk's 57yr old Teddy!

Real name or Nickname: BukBuk

Age: 57

Gender: Male

Location: Melbourne

My chowchow is called: Teddy

My chowchow is a...: teddy bear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 57

History (and stories) of my chowchow: very ancient teddy bear that has travelled the globe several times as my companion or my grown up daughters. Teddy has been a great comfort for 57 years and useful conversationalist when far from home.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: in a sudden downpour in Germany

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Extremely close and devoted

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Casual

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: History shows that I win all arguments with Teddy, but I still get a lovely quizzical look of love every morning.

Penguin Platoon! Guin, Xiao Guin & Fatso!

Real name or Nickname: Penguin

Age: 30

Gender: Male

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Guin, Xiao Guin & Fatso

My chowchow is a...: Penguin soft toy.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: ~17, 11 & 15

History (and stories) of my chowchow: They form part of my Penguin Platoon in my room. I have currently about 15 (and growing) of them from different countries. These 3 penguins are the first of my collection. The oldest (Guin) was actually belonged to my younger brother but I saved him from further torture. Xiao Guin was a gift from my brother and Fatso (the only Penguin that can flap its wings, others are sew on) was adopted from a night market. Over time, they have also developed their own character. Guin is like a big brother who likes to boss around a bit and Fatso is always happy-go-lucky and Xiao Guin sometimes like to grumble about things like weather too hot or too noisy etc.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: 6 years. They don't like bathing sessions at all!

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Good...

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: None yet.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: They are really cute! They are my pets!

[ED: That is one old stereo behind the penguins! Nice!]

Matty's 2nd chowchow submission!

Real name or Nickname: matty

Age: 24+

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore (i can't believe this is my 2nd entry!!)

My chowchow is called: bolstie

My chowchow is a...: bolster

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 20+

History (and stories) of my chowchow: i don't remember when i got my bolster, but it has been with me since i was young. i sleep with it every night since then. i love to smell my chowchowbolstie..

whenever i change bedsheets, i have to change bolstie's clothes too, but i know bolstie will smell normal the next day!

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: never ever had one. i think bolstie will drown if i bathe her now, with her age..

My family's relationship with my chowchow: they will say 'eee. dirty'... but thats about all..

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: my bed partner aka Patpat and bolstie are gd friends. they chow up each others life.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: she has been with me since i was so young! she has aged, no doubt, but her smell (filled with years of tears, drool etc...) gets better and better every year. and its that smell that helps me sleep soundly every night... along with Patpat of course.. (ok, thats all the chowchow i have)

M's "hand-me-down" Smelly Dog!

Real name or Nickname: M

Gender: Female

Location: Istanbul

My chowchow is called: smelly dog

My chowchow is a...: dog stuffed with beans

Number of chowchow years it has lived: (Since) 1978

History (and stories) of my chowchow: Used to be my mother's and she claims she bought it at the Oriental Emporium at Raffles Place which burned down (this is unverifiable info!), she gave it to me after I was born and couldn't stop crying. It's been with me ever since and goes with me everywhere.

In fact, I'm on exchange now and I brought it along.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Erm wellll... good question!
My family's relationship with my chowchow: My dad always pretends it is his and fights with me for it. My mother told me about this blog and encouraged me to post on it.
I guess that says a lot hahahhaha.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He's familiar!

Joe's Doggie Pillow - Our second over-30 years chowchow!

Real name or Nickname: Joe

Age: 38

Location: Stone's Throw from Whitley Detention Center

My chowchow is called: Doggie Pillow

My chowchow is a...: Doggie

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 33

History of my chowchow: I've had this soft pillow since I was knee high to a grasshopper. The pale tattered skin that you see on the outside is the "original" that I naturally felt closer to having absorbed my scent. Chow Chow v 2.0 is enclosed in this skin.... Yes, I skinned my Chow Chow.

It still goes with me overseas on business or leisure. No suite is home till Doggie Pillow comes out of the luggage.

[ED: Sadly, incomplete. Do email us and we will add the information on for you!]

Nicole's Dolly Polly!

Real name or Nickname: Nicole

Age: 22

Location: East Singapore

My chowchow is called: Polly

My chowchow is a...: rag doll with a removable frock. The bonnet and shoes are sewn on though.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 15!

History of my chowchow: From what my mama tells me, Polly was a gift from her colleague.
Back then, I already had a chowchow - a small pillow in a cute blue cover with cat prints that my grandmama handmade - so Polly used Pillow as her, well, pillow.

They were my nighttime companions til one day I came home from school and Polly was not in her usual place, propped up against Pillow. My heart, I remember, turned cold. I ran to my mama, knowing she had a hand in Polly's disappearance. It turned out she had thrown her away. I threw a real nasty tantrum with the waterworks in full swing. I guess my mama expected that and she hastily dug Polly up from somewhere. She had wanted to test me, to see if I would notice if Polly was gone. -______-

A few years later though, when it was time to shift, my mama issued me an ultimatum, to either get rid of Pillow or Polly. After much heartache, I had to part with Pillow.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: That was subject to my mama's whims and fancy. But ever since I developed a sensitive nose, the moment I start sneezing, it was time for a bath. Her cotton's become so lumpy.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: For now, it's all quite civil. Since she's in a box and all.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: I grew up and got a boyfriend. And he bought me a pink plush bunny, which co-existed alongside Polly rather well. He had to go and get me a bigger version of aforementioned bunny and well, my bed isn't big enough for the three of them. I have relegated Polly to a clear Ikea box in the wardrobe. It spares her from baths too.
I am taking her out once I shift this month when I finally have my own room!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: I used to be a very emo kid, (still am) and she would be there for me everytime. Now, I take her with me whenever I travel, as if I'm repaying her for all those years she was stuck with me.

Serene's Mum Hate(s) It!

Real name or Nickname: Serene

Age: 32

Gender: Female

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Mum hate it [ED: What a name for it!]

My chowchow is a...: Pillow

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 22

History (and stories) of my chowchow: This is the second generation one. The first one i can't remember what happen to it. Must be thrown away by Mum. She use to place a pillow on our chest when I am a girl girl so that we will not be frighten by the thunder storms during the night. I still have it on my chest till today when i sleep.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Never! But Mum always sun bath it when I am not at home which I truly resisted as she will lose her fragrance.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: No wars so far, although Mum refuses to add cotton to her, she still will make new pillow case each new year for her.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Na, i hope my future husband will treat her well. Hee.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: Without her, I can't live, sleep, eat, work and play well. Is a precious thing that is truly mine and she will always be there without judgment and love me unconditionally although sometimes I kick her off the bed.

Last but not least, i felt my mother's love too.

Tei22's Pooky bear!

Real name or Nickname: tei22

Age: 31

Location: Serangoon

My chowchow is called: Pooky

My chowchow is a...: Teddy bear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 20 odd years

History of my chowchow: Pooky is Garfield's chowchow in the comic. It was bought by my dad for my sister till she got a new one and it became officially mine!

oh... her new teddy is pooky's bro n we named it spooky

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Pooky had his fair encounters with intentional and unintentional "bath" before. He has fallen into pails of water accidentally and used to be sunned at regularly by my mom.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They have learn to live with it

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: She hates it to the core hahahaha... cos Pooky is irreplaceable!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He is the one and only! His smell keeps me calm and helps me to sleep peacefully at night.

A Poem for Pink Monster Natasha

Real name or Nickname: XX

Age: 28

Location: Toa Payoh

My chowchow is called: Natasha

My chowchow is a...: pink monster from sesame street

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 14

History of my chowchow: It was love at first sight for me when I saw her at a Daimaru Roadshow in Plaza Singapura. She was with the rest of the natashas but she just stood out among them. I had no cash in my wallet, being a poor student, so my friend went to withdraw money and bought her for me. She was fully mine after I returned her the cash. She went on a lot of overseas trips with me. China, Perth, Melbourne, Port Dickson, Berlin, Batam, Macau, Hanoi etc. She was too precious to be checked into the luggage. She went to church camps with me as well. In fact, she's such a frequent visitor that people think she's part of the church. However, some evil friends of mine always try to kidnap her for the pleasure of seeing me in lovesick misery. I even wrote a poem for her when she was kidnapped once to entice the evildoer to return her to me. I look out for things to buy for her as well; Shoes, tee-shirts, souvenirs etc.

The poem that was sent via SMS to Nat's torturer
Night has fallen
Poignant memories of her kept flooding into my mind
My heart aches as I think about this question
Where is Natasha?!?!?!

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Hmm... 6 months back? Involuntary bath without my knowledge... My mom juz dumped all e chowchows into the washing machine while i was at work.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Good. They acknowledge her existence and respond when I wave her in their face. My brother's girlfriend even intro-ed her chowchows to my chowchows...

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My bed partner is another chowchow named Hobo. He's absolutely fine with her. In fact he's Nat's older brother.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: She never fails to greet me with a smile the first thing in the morning when I wake up w/ bad breath, and kiss me at e end of a long hard day.

Christina's Huge Travelling Baobei!

Real name or Nickname: Christina

Age: 29

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Baobei (宝贝)

My chowchow is a...: Melody

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 9 years

History of my chowchow: Baobei is my No. 5 chowchow since the day I was born. She is a replacement for my Minnie chowchow when Minnie's face is beyond recognition and was force to retire it.

Baobei was bright red then and with a flower on her head. But over the years, the flower and her eyes are gone (cant remember what has happened to it) and she is no longer bright red.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Hmmm~ Cant quite remember.. Maybe a year??

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They are immuned to it. Even my relatives and friends know about her existence. But I guess my dogs still dun quite like her..

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Oh~ He's getting used to Babobei being around, be it at home or overseas, though he still like throw her at 1 corner of the bed or just simply lie on her.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: I just simply love her!! No words can describe.. Haha~

I simply cant leave/sleep without her. Definitely has to bring her along when holidaying (even to neighbouring country), else I couldnt sleep. Tried once without her and it was terrible.

Radioteletype's Young-at-heart chowchows!

Real name or Nickname: radioteletype

Age: 36

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Xiao Bang and Xiao Mao

My chowchow is a...: Pillow and Garfield

Number of chowchow years it has lived: Many years but my chowchows insist they are one year old only.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: They are afraid of water!!!

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They have learn to accept them as part of the family

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Dun have one now but I hope he will love them more than I do and my chowchows will accept him in bed

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: They are the cutest and lovable companions! They are always there for me!!!