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

2009-09-29T13:27:00.001+10:00

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!

2009-09-23T03:24:00.002+10:00

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

2009-09-05T14:36:00.002+10:00

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!

2009-08-30T00:01:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-08-29T23:52:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-08-29T23:32:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-06-30T02:45:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-06-26T02:08:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-06-18T14:28:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-06-14T13:37:00.005+10:00

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

2009-06-08T23:06:00.012+10:00

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!

2009-06-08T22:53:00.004+10:00

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?

2009-06-08T15:24:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-06-07T02:54:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-06-03T23:09:00.004+10:00

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

2009-06-03T22:59:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-06-01T01:17:00.006+10:00

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'!

2009-06-01T01:10:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-06-01T01:05:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-05-28T15:13:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-05-24T13:49:00.003+10:00

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!

2009-05-24T13:46:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-05-22T17:37:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-05-22T01:08:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-05-22T00:52:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-05-22T00:41:00.005+10:00

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!

2009-05-22T00:25:00.007+10:00

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

2009-05-21T23:59:00.005+10:00

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!

2009-05-21T18:25:00.004+10:00

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!

2009-05-21T18:16:00.004+10:00

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!!!

JL's Schooled Soaring Parrot!

2009-05-21T17:01:00.007+10:00

Real name or Nickname: JL

Age: 24

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Parrot

My chowchow is a...: Soft toy parrot resembling a military macaw due to its overall green appearance.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: Since 1996, about 13 years

History of my chowchow: It belonged to my much younger cousins. My granny would bring me along to visit my grandaunt's place quite often (as we lived in adjacent blocks). Though my cousins had many toys, I have always liked this soft toy parrot. I cannot understand why but it just stood out from the rest. Whenever I went, I would look for it.

One day, I heard they were discarding the old toys and to my delight, the parrot was one of them. I picked it up and brought it home. As they say, the rest is history.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Just before Chinese New Year (CNY). It is almost a tradition that it showers twice a year. The first will be just before CNY and the second will depend how hard I pester my mum to wash her.

My family's relationship with my chowchow:
At first, they think I am crazy as I personified Parrot. I would imagine it goes to school like normal children. After running out of ideas where it went, from primary to secondary school, I have decided that it goes to a 'bird' school where it learns life skills to prepare for adulthood just like human beings.

After awhile, they are fine with it. Occasionally, my family plays along with me and it was great fun. I believe it's a way of exploring our creativity just like in cartoons. In cartoons, anything and everything is possible!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: N.A.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: She reminds me of my childhood. Whenever I am down, looking at her lifts my spirits up. She is nice to have at my bedside.

Dodo's Handsome Bear Bear!

2009-05-20T17:10:00.002+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Dodo

Age: 21

Location: Singapore, Redhill

My chowchow is called: Handsome bear bear

My chowchow is a...: 1998 Enesco, Cherished Teddies bear bear, bought from Precious Thots. It costs $9.90 then, but now it is appreciated by me and it costs $9,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999.90.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 7 years

History of my chowchow: Previously, I had the same bear bear given to me by my tutor when I was in primary school. However, as I didn't concentrate in my studies, my mama threw the bear bear away. Hence, When I was in Sec1, I went to purchase the similar bear bear and felt that my previous bear has revived! Currently, my bear bear has many stitches as my papa likes snatch away my bear bear from me! Sometimes, in order to spike me, my papa would hang my bear bear onto the ceiling fan. Anyway, that's a good way to spike me.

From the day I bought my first bear bear, I began to buy more of the similar bears. However, after a while, Precious Thots stopped selling this kind of bear bear and my collection has stopped. =(

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: During the last Chinese New Year. He will be bathed every 6 months. I just love his smell!

My family's relationship with my chowchow: He is my husband, my boyfriend, my brother and my bestie!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Hugging and partner. I cannot sleep without him.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He is very adorable although others may not think so. Handsome bear bear always listen to my laughter, sayang me when I'm sad, my source of comfort and motivation in my life!

Matty's Patpat chowchow!

2009-05-20T17:05:00.003+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Matty

Age: 24+

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Patpat

My chowchow is a...: my chowchow is a pillow with a member of the PEANUTS comic on it. Its "Peppermint Patty"

Number of chowchow years it has lived: At least 12 years or more.

History of my chowchow: I can't remember the age I got Patpat, but my brother got a "Linus" because his name is Linus, and I chose Peppermint Patty because she resembles me.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Patpat had a bath last year, which is the 2nd time i bathed her since I first got her. This time I put her in the washing machine with a clothing net. Because of her age, all the cotton inside her got twisted around and she looked like she had knots in her. I cried because of the state she was in!!

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They have come to terms with the fact that I must carry her when I go for holidays, and how dirty she has been because her white 'background' has changed colour over the years! and the way she travels with me, which is either in my backpack, or she sits on top of all my clothes in the luggage. HAHA! I always make sure that she has something underneath her, so my clothes wont smell like her! My family has grown immune to it already. :P

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: NA.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: I love my chowchow to bits because she is always there! Giving me comfort. Helping me sleep so well when I am sick! She's always there when I cry. She is my travel companion, i must bring Patpat along when I go overseas, if not I can't sleep! My Sleeping companion! My everything!

Announcement:

2009-05-20T00:20:00.003+10:00

To: Siao Bao, if you are reading this, could you submit a real picture of your chowchow? Would love to post your story up asap! Thanks!

Dr_J's Stinky Pilly! Pillows can have Jetlag too!

2009-05-20T00:07:00.006+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Dr_J

Age: 35

Location: Clementi

My chowchow is called: Stinky Pilly

My chowchow is a...: very small Pillow with hardly any cushioning effect.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 20+ years

History of my chowchow: It's probably the third generation. In its early beginnings, it was plump with cotton but now it's quite flat. I usually take it along when I am travelling overseas since I often have trouble sleeping on unfamiliar beds although I don't like the fact that it smells weirder when it is kept in the suitcase. It also takes time for the old familiar smell to re-manifest again. A case of pillow jetlag, I think. [ED: LOL! Learning a new term everyday]

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: My mother takes it out for a sunbath every few days when I am not at home. Every couple of weeks, the pillow case gets washed. It smells the best when there is a balance between no smell and too smelly. Yes, even I myself will take it out for a sunbath when it gets too stinky.

I would love to do a post-mortem of Stinky one day to see what kind of creatures live in the cotton---but only when the other standby, nameless pillow has been successfully seasoned.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: On and off, my mother will try to talk me into giving it up. She keeps saying it's unhygienic. I think it's relative.

For a while in the past, my mother would secretly chuck it into the waste basket in my room when I was not at home. But she probably anticipated the severe reaction from me as she didn't chuck it down the refuse chute. I managed to rescue it intact from the waste basket a few times. Paranoid, I would immediately check whether Stinky was still around as soon as I stepped into the house. Both Stinky and I were traumatised for a while. But those days are over. I hope.

There is another pillow on my bed which is supposed to replace the current. But it has been seasoning there for a few years without any luck in acquiring that familiar smell.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: It's not to be shared. I don't want it contaminated.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: It has absorbed my smell/pheromones. It helps me, a light sleeper, to sleep.

Jan's PingPing pillow chowchow!

2009-05-19T12:38:00.004+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Jan

Age: 24

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: PingPing

My chowchow is a...: Medium sized pillow.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 17 years (3 generation)

History of my chowchow: This current Pingping is my third one(she's wearing new clothes in this pic). The first 2 had passed away badly injured. Must have squeezed them too hard when I slept.

I named her PingPing because the first one I had, her 'flesh' is Pink in colour. I thought pink and ping sounds the same, and from that day she was born.

Bought the 2nd one to replace the death of the 1st, and the 3rd one to replace the 2nd. I hate to part with the previous ones, but I guess the holes on them is just too disturbing to keep them around. Nevertheless, when I threw them away, I'll always put the new one with the old, to absorb whatever goodness they have before letting go.

And I would rather not put night creams when I sleep, just because I don't want to stain PingPing and affect her smell!

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Never bathed, never suntanned. Defeats the purpose isn't it? Haha!

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They try not to offend each other!

Even my dog doesn't like to smell her.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Everytime I sniff my PingPing and hug her tight, he'll always say I look like I'm taking drugs, or sniffing glue. I had this 'high' face everytime I sniff her I guess. He describes her smell as some herbal medicine, which I obviously don't agree.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: PingPing had been with me for a long time. All 3 of them went through tough times with me, especially during my frivolous days, where Pingping would see new guys every other month. At the end of each so called relationship, PingPing is always there for me. As i cried bitterly, she will absorb my tears, and at the same time taking away the unhappiness. When all the guys would come and go, PingPing is always there for me.

Seaweed's Stephenia Pooh bear chowchow!

2009-05-19T12:31:00.003+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Seaweed

Age: 28

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Stephenia

My chowchow is a...: cuties Pooh bear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 2 years, 2 months & 2 days

History of my chowchow: My chowchow bear was bought at Kiddy Palace in Causeway Point 2 years ago. I saw them (!), a few of them all brothers sitting on a shelf at the entrance. And I grab this one.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: ON August 30 2008, that was his first bath which I like to call his baptism. I am trying not to bathe him anymore if I can handle his smell.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: My friends know the name of my chowchow.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My bed partners are my pillow and bolster, well, they get alone fine with my chowchow as they understand that my chowchow is king.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: of his innocent appearance, huge head, terry-towel cloth material, emancipated pitiful thin body, flipper arms, beans on his butt, overall pitiful and cute and sweet look.

Thanks for the support! Keep 'em coming!

2009-05-18T20:23:00.005+10:00

Hello!

Thank you everyone for the support! We had a rush of hits yesterday due to coverage in the Sunday Straits Times (Life section, pg. 7) and a lot of contributions came through!

It has been really exciting and insightful to read these new contributions and we do hope that the site can somewhat keep up the pace in the days and weeks to come :) Im looking forward to suggestions as to how we can improve so do drop us an email or comment in the tagbox on the right.

We have re-labeled the posts so you can use the labels on the right to search for chowchows by location or age. Unfortunately, we may also have to run ads via google adsense to cover the cost of the submission form service that we use. Any inconvenience is regretted and we look forward to hearing from you if there are any work-around solutions.

Please share this website with your friends and the chowchow team will be working hard to post them up asap!

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WaWa! - Hands down the oldest chowchow thus far.

2009-05-18T16:54:00.006+10:00

Real name or Nickname: WaWa best friend

Age: 39

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Initially called MeiMei, now called WaWa by my family

My chowchow is a...: Rare soft toy which till now, never seen a similar one in this world yet

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 39

History of my chowchow: Someone (i could not remember who??) gave it to me since i was born. Had been with me all these long long years. She even stayed with me while i was staying overseas for 4.5yrs. My overseas friends saw it & laugh at me & say it looks like voodoo doll! But i look at her or you guys look at her, the cheerful face she has, will cheer me up or anybody up. She had been through operating table (sewing) few times through the years, but now too fragile to go through another round.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: She is scared of Water, & too fragile to go for a swim, so never had one!! The brown cloth on her had turn to 'leather' through the years! & the special smell that come with it is so unique that no such perfume with this smell ever invented yet.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: My kids know this is papa WaWa, Must handle with Care, & is the Queen of all my family soft toys (about 150s of them roaming the house!) My wife once ask me, she is more important or my WaWa?? Haha, i really do not know the answer. Guess you guys or girls know my answer. I once told my wife, WaWa will never scold me, but she will.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: She (WaWa) is always sleeping next to me & my wife sleep the other side of me. Now she (WaWa) has 2 other friends sleeping next to her (not in photo) namely BearBear & BigFoot (Both given to me by my wife as Birthday present). She accepted WaWa as a family members.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: She is there always with a cheerful smile :-)(I wish she could talk). Make my day. She will be with me as long as i am in this world.

SA's Bunny! - [ED: last sentence really pulled at my heartstrings]

2009-05-18T16:39:00.006+10:00

Real name or Nickname: SA

Age: 21

Location: Melbourne

My chowchow is called: Chao Chao Bunny (#2)

My chowchow is a...: bunny stuff toy

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 16

History of my chowchow: 1988 - Age 1, I received chao chao bunny #1 for my birthday and immediately became my favourite toy.

1992 - Mum couldn't stand the tattered bunny it had become that was both smelly and to her 'unsightly', she threw it away

1992 - I was so distraught and visibly missing my chao chao that Mum felt so bad that she went back to the store Chao Chao #1 was originally was bought from (Metro) to buy a new one for me. She couldn't find the exact one - but we did find one that was similar.

So that's how Chao Chao bunny #2 entered my life.

Since then - she's gone on holidays and travels back and forth from Singapore - Melbourne.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: 6 years ago (too many holes now, she won't survive a bath)

My family's relationship with my chowchow: The victim of my brothers and my cousins of endless threats of rabbitnapping and other acts of torture (hanging her with a taekwando belt)

And constant threat from my Mum, who thinks it's time for her to go (she's thought it's time for 8 years now)

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: No bed partner but in hostel, my roommate abused the poor thing by covering her whole surface areas with clothes pegs

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: The very smelly, lumpy and torn remains of my beloved chao chao has been with me through everything significant since I was 5.

She's celebrated every victory and absorbed (literally) every failure. [ED: LOL ouch...]

Right now she's in a very critical state but I'll always love chao chao just the way she loved me when i felt unloved.

[ED: The last sentence of this submission is, to me, the most emotional I have read thus far.]

Taufu's Brownie bear chowchow!

2009-05-18T16:37:00.004+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Taufu

Age: 29

Location: Hong Kong and Singapore

My chowchow is called: Brownie

My chowchow is a...: bear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 29

History of my chowchow: Brownie has been with me since i was a baby , it followed me from hong kong till i moved over to singapore , brownie was initially lost and then finally found one fine day while i was packing my room, ever since it is always right now beside me sharing the same bed as me

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Dont think so , brownie hates bath

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Mummy and Daddy dearest are the one who gave it to me when i was in the hospital , still then a tiny me

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My nightly ear, who never fails to listen to my problems

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: 29 years and counting, growing old together with me.

Tink Tink the Flower Prince!

2009-05-18T00:32:00.007+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Tink Tink's mum

Age: 29

Location: West

My chowchow is called: Tink Tink the flower prince

My chowchow is a...: Little pillow with flora pattern cover

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 20

History of my chowchow: Tink Tink is my husband's childhood pillow. He can't live without it. He has to sleep with him every night, even on overseas trip. Initially, I can't imagine how a big grown up man like my hubby can have such a kiddy habit. I have grown to like Tink Tink over the years. He is part of our family now and we treat him like our precious son.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: I change his clothes once a week and my hubby always sunbath him on hot days. This keeps Tink Tink healthy and clean. But the hubby smell is always gone after the sunbath.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Everybody loves him, though only my hubby and I like to smell him.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Very good. He sleeps in between us. Of course, there were occasions where he rolled over the bed and landed on the floor. Naughty Tink Tink.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He smells just like my hubby.

Lite's chowchow and milk soft toy!

2009-05-17T23:56:00.005+10:00

Real name or Nickname: lite

Age: 23

Location: east

My chowchow is called: chowchow and milk

My chowchow is a...: rectangular pillow stuffed with cotton wool and has a characteristically pink cover with poodles on it.

milk is a soft toy that literally looks like a milk bottle!

Number of chowchow years it has lived: chowchow: 23, milk: 17

History of my chowchow: chowchow has been with me since i was born. it was handmade by my mom and meant to help me fall asleep easier. often put on the baby's body to avoid the baby from being awoken by loud noises. and when i was younger i often had bad dreams so the amulet from the temple was safety-pinned onto it to make me have sweet dreams through the night!

milk was a gift from dad when he went overseas. serves as an extra bolster or a head rest when i need to prop my head up and think about things.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: unknown. :p but sunbathing yes.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: it's an open secret and i get teased about it 'cos i'm the only one with it! i think they're jealous.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: it's just me! and i'm loving it. have learnt to sleep without them when i travel or go for camps though.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it makes me feel better when i'm feeling down. somehow i imagine all my negative emotions being transferred into them and them disappearing the next day. Definitely trustworthy companions to keep me warm and when i need someone to hug! ;)

mao mao (毛毛）- Our 2nd koala!

2009-05-17T23:17:00.005+10:00

Real name or Nickname: ah mao's master

Age: 36

Location: West

My chowchow is called: mao mao (毛毛）

My chowchow is a...: Baby Koala

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 11 & counting

History of my chowchow: Bought in Melbourne Victoria Market with empty pocket but managed to borrow money from my travel mate. Costed me AUD10 then - Gosh! That makes my little chowchow so special!

Btw with my busy working schedule, he managed to "socialize" and now call upon a kangaroo "roo roo", puppy "soft soft" & snoopy "xiao bin" to form simply as "the gang". Oh, my mao mao oso got his very own chowchow... An ultraman mini-pillow which he sleep on at home & a "boin boin stick" when he is out. (ed: Chowchow having his own chowchow! Wonderful!)

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Well.... My mao mao is so afraid of taking bath that he simply stay out of the bathrooms & washing machine (with my help of course)!

Err... That is why my wife always having problem finding him when she decides to take him for a bath. So imagine how "chow" he can be now. Heeheehee! :p

My family's relationship with my chowchow: My parents were used to it (since I am married) and my brother kept making fun of me saying that if I am the boss of a listed company one day, my mao mao will surely be sitting on the board!!!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My wife was unable to take the smell initially but now that little creature is sleeping in-between our pillows every night with his own chowchow too.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: My mao mao is cute and my soulmate before I met my wife. Well, whenever my wife & I have arguments, our little mao will act as our peacemaker. Haha!

Coconut YY's Laba rabbit chowchow!

2009-05-17T21:43:00.003+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Coconut YY

Age: 20

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Laba

My chowchow is a...: rabbit

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 14

History of my chowchow: My second rabbit after my mum tricked me into throwing my 1st rabbit... :( but i simply fallen in love with my Laba since then... He has a brother and some family members... There are bears, cows, dogs, pigs and ....

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: I cant remember... look at him...can he go through bathing? i think he will melt under the water....

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They think he is smelly and disfigured beyond recognizably.. They want to throw him away long ago.. :(

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

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: Cos he is cute! Simply cute... :)

Xiao Min Tao - 28 years young!

2009-05-17T20:23:00.003+10:00

Real name or Nickname: xmt

Age: 32

Location: AMK

My chowchow is called: Xiao Min Tao

My chowchow is a...: Small pillow

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 28

History of my chowchow: My grandmum sew for me when i was 4.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Never in his chow chow years

My family's relationship with my chowchow: good, except my dad. Althought he never says anything. Never dare to ask him to smell.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Good. but also ignore when ask to smell.

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

TY's chowchow - 10yrs old owner, 10yrs old chowchow

2009-05-17T20:18:00.002+10:00

Real name or Nickname: TY

Age: 10

Location: Nil

My chowchow is called: chowchow

My chowchow is a...: pillow that lived with me for 10 years.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 10

History of my chowchow: my aunt bought it 4 me on the day i was born.after that,i slept with it everyday.It is the same age as me!!

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

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They HATE the smell of my C.C.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My grandma hates it too.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: It has "my" special smell.And i love 2 rub it against my cheek!

Kris and her chowchow pillow!

2009-05-17T14:22:00.006+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Kris

Age: 27+

Location: Singapore, Yew Tee

My chowchow is called: ChowChow

My chowchow is a...: a typical pillow which had been a great "Friend" to me...

Number of chowchow years it has lived: Close to 16yrs

History of my chowchow: When my previous chowchow was old, flatten, left with little cotton. My parents decided to buy me a new pillow to hug. Since from age of 12, it've been my best sleeping companion up till now...

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: hmmm, oops.. never before

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They are ok cos my elder Sis had a chowchow too...

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: He find it dirty and disgusting, even "threaten" to throw it away when i'm not ard... even though i changed e pillow cover often but when u open the cover, the pillow inside looked old and dirty...But i jus LOVED IT....

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: The smell of my chowchow give me great comfort when i hug it whenever i watch tv, surf net etc...

Lulu's Blankey! - Our Oldest Chowchow!

2009-05-17T13:36:00.004+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Lulu

Age: 29

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Blanket, Blankey

My chowchow is a...: Blanket ( 3 blankets. One used at a time.)

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 29

History of my chowchow: The Grandmother of Lulu gave her 3 blankets when she was born. Lulu saw one of them in the ancient photos taken when she was "Mun-yue"(of 1month old). Oh... She simply loves how the blanket rub against her face. To her, it's just the most perfect thing in the world.

For 12 years, she alternated the 2 blankets, a pink and a white one, not knowing of the 3rd blanket's existance. They became so ripped-up, and she had to sew it onto another piece of cloth. For years, she asked her mom where exactly did they buy the blankets, and if she might be able to locate the shop. Some chinatown shops, they said. She did went to Chinatown and the baby sections of Shoppingmalls to search. To no avail.

When she was around 12, her mom told her to check with AhMah, her granny, if she still have a third blanket. With Lots of Blessings... she was given the Orange blanket. And a timely discovery, the 2 old ones were too ripped up for use. She packed them in the shoebox and retired them to the back of the closet.

Over time, orange one too became too ripped up to use.

She did took over her little sister's blankets to use. Not the exact replacement. But close.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: 6 months ago.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They fling it around.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: No bedpartners yet... except the bloody fleas and stupid toys.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: I love how it smells, how it feels beneath my nail. It is not hot, not cold, it snuggles well around my neck every morning when i brush my teeth. I love to rub my nose against it when I watch TV.

Pipi and Miumiu!

2009-05-17T13:13:00.004+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Oasis_TMS

Age: Nil

Location: Hougang

My chowchow is called: Pipi and Miumiu

My chowchow is a...: Beagle soft toy and a white wooly mouse

Number of chowchow years it has lived: Pipi - 15 yrs and Miumiu - 16 yrs

History of my chowchow: Pipi is my younger sis's soft toy. I gave to her on her 14th birthday in 1994. Bought it in Watson, Ngee Ann Polytechnic after my class. Since then, smelly pipi (cos he has developed one unique smell which can be quite addictive :-p)has been center of our life. We will bring pipi out for TV show, hug him to sleep, kiss him, caress him or simply let him sit in living room. Sister loves pipi a lot and I have bought the pink outfit for him few yrs back. But pipi always bullied my miumiu. Accusing miumiu bring him to long kang and play and so he is smelly. Of cos, this is my sis's self fabricated story lah.

BTW, miumiu is a gift on my 17th birthday. MY classmate bought for me and since then, miumiu has been my good sleeping companion. I don't bring him out to living room cos he is white and easly get dirtied.

Both miumiu and pipi are enemy and pipi always accused miumiu bite his backside if pipi does't follow miumiu's instruction. Pipi is the righteous one and my miumiu will be the bad one. Ha...with these 2 loveable smellies in my house, life has been so much warmer and fun!

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Pipi - think is 3 mths back..as my miumiu - I really couldn't remembered liao :-p

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Amiable, tolerable and smellable.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: I lef miumiu at my side and like to rub his ears or pull his tail. Sis also likes to touch pipi's soft, long ears while in bed.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: Cos they are so cute!!! And been a major part of me and sis's life and have witness our growth, arguements, saddness and joys.

Ching's little baby...Xiang Xiang!

2009-05-15T10:26:00.008+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Ching

Age: 25

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Xiang Xiang

My chowchow is a...: small little cotton pillow..

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 20 over years..

History of my chowchow: Of cos everyone would think i am bluffing about Xiang xiang's age.. but.. its the cover that u see. My mum couldn't stand looking at the dirty little thing (or so she calls it), and therefore insisted that i either throw it away or let her make covers for my xiang xiang ... so .. the answer was obvious .. i chose the latter.

xiang xiang was actually a little pillow part of a whole bed combo given to me on my 4th birthday from my relatives. Since then, she has accompanied me thru my entire childhood till now. When i was young, i would never let her go. i sleep with her, eat with her and even bring her out with me. She has gone thru all thick and thin, clean and dirty and much overhauling.. My mum told me that the worst was when i was young, i even puked milk onto my xiang xiang a few times.. but still i cling on tight to her, not wanting to ever let go.

Xiang xiang has followed me all over the world, wherever i went.. From our neighboring country Malaysia, all the way to the far away US. She's with me for all my trips. :) Have to know she's around by my side when i sleep.. but of cos, bringing her around is also a worry.. worry of forgetting to bring her home one day !!!

Xiang xiang is one of the most important things in my life..

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: i think about 20 years ago when i still puke milk on her.. now she can't go thru anymore baths.. she can only go thru sunning.. every now n then..

My family's relationship with my chowchow: my sis has her own chowchow.. so our chowchows are like part of the family. we will always remind each other to bring home if we r on a trip.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: my yangyangs love xiang xiang just as much as i do.. they sleep with my xiang xiang together too..

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: she gives me good dreams and wonderful memories..

Criff's Scotch Golden Pup Plushie!

2009-05-15T10:20:00.004+10:00

Real name or Nickname: criff

Age: young enough to still have a chowchow

Location: singapore

My chowchow is called: scotch

My chowchow is a...: plush golden pup

Number of chowchow years it has lived: Since 24 sept 08

History of my chowchow: scotch originally belonged to my partner. while shopping at ikea for home furnitures, she came across a basketful of pups. one particular pup caught her attention, that being scotch (pretty much like the clearance puppy in marley and me). scotch stayed with her until i moved back to singapore, that's when she entrusted scotch into my hands, with the hope that he'll bridge the distance.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: he's afraid of the washing machine

My family's relationship with my chowchow: "is that a soft toy on your bed?" - mum

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: she owns it

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it carries with it memories and love from my special someone. and it's something i'll treasure.

Christal's CheeCheeChee and MuMu - Our most complex chowchow!

2009-05-14T20:52:00.008+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Christal

Age: 17

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: CheeCheeChee and MuMu

My chowchow is a...: a small cutee pillow :) And a Mumu ^^

Number of chowchow years it has lived: For Cheecheechee, 17 years and MuMu 2months+

History of my chowchow: My cheecheechee has been with me since I was born. She is my most favourite. Every night I must 'smell' her before I sleep.

Without her, I can't sleep at all..

There is once when I was sleeping and I woke up in the middle of the night and found that she is not on my bed.

I cried (yes,to consider that at that time I was 15) and wake the whole house just to conduct a search for my missing chowchow..

Luckly,I found her..under my huge pile of pillows..and everyone was like >:(

LOL..

And also,My CheeCheeChee is made by my grandmother

with my mum's old clothes..

And my CheeCheeChee have alot of 'skins' or 'clothes'.

The first 'skin' was made from my mum's clothes too.

The next one is made from my grandmother's clothes.

The third one is made from my old bedsheet.

The fourth and the fifth is from the same cloth and it is from my mum's clothes..

I love my CheeCheeChee to the core!

And next is my MuMu.

As you all can see,it is the plushie from the taiwan Idol drama "ToGetHer".

Yes, I am a Jiro fan.

That is why I get this plushie~

It was boughtfrom taiwan by my fanclub president,Corina.

I had got it 2 months ago at Fahrenheit's autograph session in SG.

I love it too!

I call MuMu my daughter~

She is sooo cute!!

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: My CheeCheeChee had a bath about 4months ago?

I do not want to bathe it actually..

It was my parents who made me to bath it..cause they threaten to throw it away..=`(

And my Mumu had never bathe because I do not know how to bathe her and I too do not want the smell to go away~ XD

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Heh..My Family HATE my CheeCheeChee!

I will always purposly stuff my cheecheechee to their noses and ask them if it is nice or not..XD

And then they will either retch or pretend to faint..But hey! It is not at all smelly can?!

It is SUPER NICE SMELLING!

And my mum love to kidnap my MuMu and beat her head cause she thinks that it is very big..=_="

And my little sis love to 'molest' my Mumu by touching her...

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My bed partner are my Stitch and my Fahrenheit toy figurine Xiao Dong,they are friends with my darlings!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: CheeCheeChee:She is cute,tasty(heh,I always bite it)and nice smelling and she is MINE FOREVER! MuMu:She is cute,nice smelling and she is my daughter!I love my Nuer~

Robyn's Tiger will leave you in Stitch-es!

2009-05-12T16:33:00.005+10:00

Real name or Nickname: robyn

Age: 23

Location: melbourne, australia

My chowchow is called: floppy and tiger.

My chowchow is a...: stitch! and a tiger!

Number of chowchow years it has lived: stitch has lived... 3 years? tiger's a baby, about 2 weeks. :)

History of my chowchow: i got stitch from the disney store in hawaii, he was the last one left and is the 3rd edition to my collection of original naked stitches. he's my travel companion because he's small and easy to pack (dont worry, i give him oxygen pills when he's in the luggage, it was my exboss' idea). He's lived in hawaii, singapore and australia.

tiger's a surprise gift from my other half. he got me a tiger because i was born in the year of it and exude similar traits. haha. he also gave it to me so that i had something to hug when i feel lonely (because he's back home in sgp).

floppy and tiger are missing his friends who are back home, you might find them in some other posts later! :)

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: chowchows should never bathe. if not they'll lose that lovely smell that we owners love. i remember when my first chowchow got a shower, he was never the same again. so no, never, no bathing for floppy and tiger. the most maybe a damp cloth with some shampoo. but not yet.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: the rest of my family hasnt seen tiger yet. im sure they'll love him! because he's so cute! im just worried that my dog will fall in love with it and start demanding it be hers. because tiger's really cute!

floppy, everyone knows floppy. and they know his presence in my life so they steer clear from the hiding and bullying. they think im obsessed with collecting stitches, but its ok. cos i know secretly, they think they're cute!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: they are my bed partners. i think they get along very well. :)

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: floppy has been there in the tough, cold times. has developed a really cute smell. he listens to me all the time and never argues. he has some hair left on the head which i style when im bored. tiger is so nice to hug and he has this reaaaallly nice smell ;) he has that look on that face that just makes me smile and laugh. he has a nice furry chest thats really nice to play with. they both have important significances to me. and i guess thats why i love them so so much.

Fifi's cow-looking Monkey soft toy!

2009-05-11T22:20:00.009+10:00

Real name or Nickname: fifi

Age: 23

Location: Melbourne, Australia

My chowchow is called: monkey

My chowchow is a...: soft toy

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 7 years!

History of my chowchow: I was walking in the city one day and i walked past this shop and monkey was hanging by the window. we shared a moment (ed: lol!) and i just couldnt help but to go back to the shop to get it. well actually my friend bought it for me. heh.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: 4 years ago i think.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: i bet my family in singapore misses him.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: currently, she thinks monkey is a cow.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: oh my. how can you not? just look at him. He's really good at dancing... he does it all... hip hop, ballet, jazz... I'm training him up for contemporary!

Charm-ing Marlow....

2009-05-11T20:48:00.006+10:00

Real name or Nickname: charm

Age: 24

Location: Melbourne, Australia

My chowchow is called: marlowwwww.

My chowchow is a...: soft toy.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: He's young. 18 months.

History of my chowchow: It's the second semester of my uni term and my housemate decided to get me a cow soft toy just because. =) he never really left my bed. Even his plastic tag is soft from all the hugging!

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

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Family back in singapore has not seen him yet. they would love him of course. especially the dog. he's good with toys.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: He will have to get used to a pair of big eyes staring!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: i love my chowchow because he looks ridiculous. and given with love.

WL's Bean Bean Chowchow!

2009-05-11T19:26:00.006+10:00

Real name or Nickname: WL

Age: 21

Location: Melbourne (current location) / Singapore (hometown)

My chowchow is called: Bean (3rd sound) Bean (2nd sound)

My chowchow is a...: Imitation Teddy (Mr Bean's bear)

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 5 years

History of my chowchow: I bought BeanBean at one of those odd fairs that are sometimes held at the Suntec City Convention centre. It was love at first sight, especially since the price tag (S$4!) was screaming out at me.

I've always wanted to own a Mr Bean's bear mostly because it makes me feel like I'm 'closer' to Mr Bean (yea who wasn't a fan of the Channel 5 Mr Bean reruns right...) when we share a mutual love. Hahaha

Unfortunately, BeanBean was kidnapped about a year ago by my baby cousin who came into my room and took ownership of Le Bear. Being 20, it seemed beneath me to be fighting over a bear with someone half my age... so.. au revoir BeanBean.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: NEVER! Must preserve the natural 'bear smell'.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Accidentally step on it, kick aside, kinda treatment.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Some things you just gotta bear with it...

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: It's handsome.

What do you want changed?

2009-03-25T22:01:00.004+11:00

Hey all!

The chowchowteam is looking for suggestions on how to improve this website and to garner more submissions! We are having a chowchow drought here :(

Do you think the questions should be changed? If so, what questions should we ask?

Any other suggestions on how we could improve?

We look forward to your help! Let's hope for more submissions in the weeks to come!

Cheers,

The chowchowteam

Sparkling Dazzling XiangXiang

2009-02-12T01:37:00.002+11:00

Real name or Nickname: Sparkling Dazzling Chowchow

Age: approx. 3 years

Location: Location is a top secret to all destroyers.

My chowchow is called (if applicable): Xiangxiang.

My chowchow is a...: Blankie

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 3 years

History of my chowchow: This was my second chowchow after my first one was cut up into pieces by my mom and used as a ragged cloth. :'( After knowing the state of my smelly, i went crazy, emotionally unstable and started yelling till my mom threw a small triangular piece of remains that's left of my smelly at me. I kept it until this new one came along. :(
Nevertheless, every smelly is special and unique. So, i love this current one as much as the last one. ;D

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: uh.. not that I know of... Doesn't matter, I will always be able to 'marinate' my xiangxiang. :D TIME is all you need.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: My family hates it. But I secretly loves disturbing them with it, especially my mother. I'd put it near her nose and ask her in a sickly sweet voice "MAMA, XIANG MA??" ;D And she'd flip it away in disgust. It's a secret hobby of mine to see her flip away my smelly. HAHA. I mean, I DON'T GEDDIT? WHY WOULD ANYONE HATE MY SMELLY? IT'S SO NICE!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: He MUST be able to live with it. No smelly no talk. :D Who knows, he might have one himself too. HA!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: You can never go to bed without it. Thanks to it, I have no eye bags.

Joker of Strips

2008-11-29T02:02:00.004+11:00

Real name or Nickname: W.Der

Age: NA

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called (if applicable): Joker of Strips (formerly aka Marco.Roni)..

My chowchow is a...: Bolster: Made of 100% Synthetic Cotton. may also contain dust-mite, teardrops, mucus, saliva, farts, biohazard & radioactive materials, etc..

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 10 Human Years

History of my chowchow:
- 3rd bolster alive since child-birth
- travelled to China w/ family in '99
- escaped successfully from wastebin numerous times as Mum attempts to dump it secretly.
- attached to a foreign place for 4 years since May'04 as a PR
- honoured as a Special Guest
- rescued from terrorist-holdup in May'08
- retired as normal civilian & staying in a well-concealed & protected since then..

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: bath? it enjoy weekly sun-bathing & can be seen hanging around Changi Beach w/ Maxim & FHM bikini babes..

My family's relationship with my chowchow: it cannot be seen by any of my family members, especially Mum..

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: currently none, but it will be a wonderful experience that she can look forward to..

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: its a non-comparable, non-measurable, non-replaceable item which is also the most important thing in life that the owner is proud of.
i believe that most of the owners will have the same feeling as i do..

Chewy's bolster chowchow aka "oxygen tank"

2008-11-08T17:40:00.006+11:00

Real name or Nickname: chewy

Age: 20

Location: Singapore/Australia

My chowchow is called: my oxygen tank (Courtesy of my favourite brissy friends, Mich Sam and Don.)

My chowchow is a...: magnificent and beautiful looking bolster.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 20

History of my chowchow: My bolster lives a wonderful life with a happy family, comfy home-made jumper suit and a precious history of drool! Something I've been relying alot on to fall asleep since I was a baby! Lots of sentimental value and smell :)

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Between a period of 6 months to 8 months. I won't want it to disintegrate in the washing machine. Its already nice smelling on its own.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: They absolutely love my bolster! Frequent incidences where my brothers want to throw it away cos they are jealous since they either don't have any as my mom threw it away when he was probably 10, or cos it fell off the window while catching some fresh air.

My mom fights to take care of it by bathing it and keeping it clean, like how she'd bathe a baby. An example of a conversation I'd have with my dad about my bolster: "Daddy, do you think my bao zhen (bolster) has grown taller?"

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: My chowchow is my partner, and vice versa. Kenny hates my bolster cos he can't stand up to reality that it is cuter than him.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: It has been standing by me for the past 20 years, through all the laughter, tears, drool and pee! I can never take my eyes off this gorgeous looking thing.

Nyaaaaaa's "Smellz" chowchow!

2008-10-29T23:18:00.004+11:00

Real name or Nickname: Nyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

Age: 19

Location: Eunos, Singapore

My chowchow is called: Smellz

My chowchow is a...: bolster

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 3 years+

History of my chowchow: Its my third smellist best friend. The previous 2 besties had a glorious life of 10 and 6 years each respectively. Ive been doing my best to bite and leave my saliva on same spot near the ends just so my family members wont touch it. Sometimes i bite it in the middle with sparkling puppy eyes so they will be annoyed with my gestures.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: I cant remember, which is a good thing. Maybe it had a sun bath when im not around?

My family's relationship with my chowchow: i cannot comprehend why my sisters hate my chow chow. it doesnt smell okae!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: That is my mother. Mother plays with it sometimes. and smell it too! C'mon, she doesnt have a choice when she is sleeping beside me. She gets to hug Smellz. >:)

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it is a good weapon to piss my sisters when im provoked.

Paige's "Argento Argasaks Augustine the First" chowchow

2008-10-22T22:22:00.003+11:00

Real name or Nickname: Paige

Age: 21

Location: somewhere mysterious in Melbourne

My chowchow is called: Argento Argasaks Augustine the First

My chowchow is a...: Expensive stuffed toy rabbit from Myer.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 3+ years

History of my chowchow: Argento was bought as an Easter pressie from my boyfriend at the time. He's been to Frankston, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Um... February 2008?

My family's relationship with my chowchow: I have no idea. Perhaps Argento secretly calls up my Mum with gossip, who knows?

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: When I first got Argento, my partner was convinced that Argento hated him because he apparently woke up one morning and Arg was sitting on my face with an evil grin pointing at him...
But over time they grew to love each other, to the point that when we broke up my ex was very upset about leaving Argento...

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He fits comfortably under my neck, and he's quite evil.

New Facebook Group

2008-10-17T01:12:00.004+11:00

Well ok we are now on Facebook! But we are still waiting for new contributions... please do spread the word. Hope we get some interesting new submissions soon! Every chowchow has a story to tell.

You can join our Facebook group here: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=35124890737&ref=mf

Also, submissions can be sent in via our super-duper-convenient online form. Click here.

Thanks,

the chowchowsteam.

Aaron's "baby koala" chowchow!

2008-07-01T01:00:00.003+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Aaron Wee

Age: 22

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Baby Koala / Koala Boy

My chowchow is a...: Koala

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 13

History of my chowchow: I got it when I went on my first trip to Australia when I was 9. Actually, when my mum bought him, he wasn't actually meant for me but it was to be given away to others as a souvenir. Fortunately, I stole him from the suitcase and saved him from the inevitable fate of being left to rot in some dusty wooden cabinet, deprived of the love, care and attention which he deserves :)

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: He bathes once in 2 months, and he has a group shower with his buddies Baby Pooh, Bunny Pooh and Baby Carebear (photos not shown). He hates to bathe though, whines like crazy every time I tell him he has to have one.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Pretty normal I guess, my grandmother actually calls him "Chow Chow"!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Baby Koala is beginning to grow on her, we like to play catch with Baby Koala as the ball!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He has this nice fur which gets its texture from the fact that he has bathed so many times. He also has a really nice smell, and I love to push him against my face and smell him. He's also really cute isn't he?

Jane's "Mr Bolster" chowchow!

2008-07-01T00:53:00.006+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Jane

Age: 22

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Mr Bolster

My chowchow is a...: Bolster!

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 4 years

History of my chowchow: Believe it or not, my chowchow was actually made by me from scratch! It was actually a gift for my boyfriend and so it is kept in his house of course! so my boyfriend and i both get to use it=)

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: NEVER!!!

My family's relationship with my chowchow: well, it's non-existent!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: they r good friends..yaps, im pretty sure about that!

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: It was my creation and it was real hard work to sew it stich by stich! And of course it represented a special meaning since it was made for my special partner.. oh and it's really travel-friendly since it can fit into my suitcase and so i get to bring it along when i go on a holiday=)

Andy's "Elephant" and "Blankie"!

2008-06-25T12:38:00.004+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Andy

Age: 12 (going on 13)

Location: nil

My chowchow is called: Stuffed animal: "Elephant", Blanket: "Blankie"

My chowchow is a...: Stuffed animal: My stuffed animal is an Elephant (pink) and im a guy. Blanket: My blanket is a Baby Morgan blanket

Number of chowchow years it has lived: Stuffed animal: 12, Blanket: 12

History of my chowchow: Blankie has been with me ever since i was born. He was cut in half because i was beeing stupid and tried to fit him through the bell of a clarenet, Blankie has never been left in hotels at all. Elephant has been with me ever since i was born. Hes been with me on every trip ive been on so far. Yes hes been left in hotels before.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: Blankie: Just took a bath with me today (June 24, 2008). Elephant: Took a bath week of June 8th 2008

My family's relationship with my chowchow: Blankie and Elephant dont really have any relation ship with my family. I try and avoid showing them infront of my family

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: Blankie only comes out when no one is home (just me) same with Elephant

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: I love Blankie and Elephant because they have been with me every step of my life so far.

Fran's Georgie Porgie!

2008-06-16T00:16:00.003+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Fran

Age: 21

Location: Melbourne

My chowchow is called: Georgie Porgie

My chowchow is a...: bear

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 21

History of my chowchow: Was given to me when I was born by my dad's mentor/my godfather

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath?: uhh.... about 16 years

My family's relationship with my chowchow: well.... when I was about 5 my mum took me to the teddy bear shop and said I had to give Georgie to the teddy bear man so that he could get a hole in him fixed... and I never saw him again :(... Love hate relationship really. I took him everywhere with me and when I was with him I sucked my thumb... stopped sucking my thumb after I lost him though... quick fix by my mum. My dad always loved him though!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: He is too fragile to sleep with me on my bed now... he gets his own pedestal

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He's Georgie Porgie!!! What other reason do I need!

New Online Submission Form!

2008-06-10T00:08:00.005+10:00

Hey everyone!

We have decided to invest in an Online Submission Form so that it's easier for you to submit your chowchow info and pictures!

Just click the link on the right, and fill up the online form with the photo attachment function. Our admins will work hard to get your chowchow submission up asap!

Remember, you can choose to identify yourself or to use a nickname! So if you are shy, no one will ever know its you. Share it with us!

Thanks very much and help to spread mychowchows.blogspot.com! Hope to see tonnes of submissions from all over the world soon :)

lots of love and sweet dreams,
mychowchows team.

Clara's (our 2nd clara!) Elmo chowchow!

2008-05-28T00:27:00.004+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Clara

Age: 23

Location: Sydney, Australia

My chowchow is called: from left to right - elmo, mr. henry warmheart (with the british accent!) and blues

My chowchow is a…: elmo, well, is elmo! he was one of those compressed soft toys that can be sent by mail! mr. henry warmheart is filled with nice lavender essence and flax seeds. like the name suggests, it can be warmed up in the microwave to provide warm comfort in the wintery cold nights. blues is one of those beady soft toys that is just exceptionally cuddly.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: elmo has just turned 1 years and 2 months. mr. henry warmheart is 2 months and 13 days old. blues is well over 8 years of age. :)

History of my chowchow: i got elmo last march when he flew down from singapore to be with me! my boyfriend got it for me to keep me company in the night. mr. henry warmheart was also given to me by my boyfriend but he took a longer trip! he was collected by my friend, tina, in UK, flew to HK then finally, came home to mummy when i got back on march 10th. :) blues was given to me by my buddy and has been my sole comfort since his passing. he had bought it for me when i broke up with my ex-boyfriend and was somewhat my birthday present. now, it's my comfort tool to remind me of his presence.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath? : well, elmo and blues get a "vacuum" everytime they return back to singapore. henry warmheart hasn't been put to the test.

My family's relationship with my chowchow: they don't really care. they had given up on my ever expanding collections. these three are just the tip of the iceberg! :D

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: jealous! cos they can be hugged by me every night, whereas he only gets his share once in a while. LOL.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: they've been through my tears and my laughters. they are my one true love. :)

Evon's 'Leng zhen tou' aka chowchow! Our longest submission yet!

2008-05-24T21:44:00.008+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Evon

Age: 23

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: Used to be 'Leng zhen tou' aka 'cold pillow' but has since been renamed to chowchow.

My chowchow is a…: Pillow that I've owned since I was a baby.

Number of chowchow years it has lived: As long as I've been alive, and probably existed before me, so I would estimate it as 23 years.

History of my chowchow: It's one of the 2 pillows that belonged to my parents - one was given to me and the other to my brother. I believe they were the first pillows that they got when they got married. I used to carry my chowchow around everywhere I went (within the confines of my home) when I was young; even into the kitchen and sometimes to the dining table, which would result in me getting screamed at by my mom, accompanied by threats of throwing it out. The best way to piss me off would be to hide my chowchow - the favourite activity of my brother in the past and the current favourite activity of my husband. The current one that I have is actually chowchow version 2, cos my mom threw away my original chowchow, which resulted in a bawling baby, aka me, at about 19 years old. But I did get another chowchow in the form of my brother's pillow, also known as chowchow's brother. So the current chowchow that I have is chowchow version 2, the successor of the first, carrying on the scent and memories of the old chowchow.

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath? : Erm, like, never? The pillow doesn't get washed but the cover does, of course. The point of my chowchow is to smell like a "chow chow", so no way am I washing it. Plus, I don't think it will survive a wash. It'll probably disintegrate in the water.

My family’s relationship with my chowchow: My parents and brother hated it cos I carried it everywhere and they couldn't stand the smell of it, especially if I tried to gag them with it. My dog can't stand the smell of my chowchow as well - he would turn his head away whenever we place it in front of his nose.

My bed partner’s relationship with my chowchow: My husband has a love-hate relationship with it now - I sometimes fight with him over my chowchow cos he seems to have taken a liking to it as well, but he too hates it when I use it to gag him.

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it has been with me for practically my entire life! It has gone through several highs and lows of my life, and has comforted me in ways that no one else can - which is to maintain silence while cuddling close to my heart and listening to all that I say without interrupting me, soaking in all my tears when I am sad, and allowing me to throw him around and bash him up when I am angry. I love my chowchow simply because it is the way it is - smelly, soft, cool to the touch and comfy.

Laura's Kong chowchow!

2008-05-23T22:50:00.012+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Laura Chong

Age: 23

Location: Melbourne, Australia

My chowchow is called: Kong

My chowchow is a…: Stuffed Toy Gorilla

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 2 years plus (his birthday's 10 Jan 2006 :) )

History of my chowchow: He was a gift from my boyfriend, who gave me Kong to represent him when we're apart. He's followed me from Singapore to Melbourne back to Singapore and back, and on a road trip to Phillip Island too! He never sits in the bag, he's always with me :)

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

My family's relationship with my chowchow: No relationship. He's all mine!

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: He has a love hate relationship with my boyfriend. Coz he's jealous that Kong gets to be with me all the time while he can't haha

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: He sleeps in the cutest little positions and keeps me safe from the monsters!

Ms Cheer and her "chowchow"

2008-05-23T18:35:00.010+10:00

Real name or Nickname: "Ms Cheer"

Age: 30

Location: Singapore

My chowchow is called: chowchow

My chowchow is a…: Flat square pink mickey mouse pillow

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 10yrs, since 1998

History of my chowchow: My chowchow came from Randwick, Sydney. I bought it myself from a sidestall. I have to sleep with it sandwiching my head (think hamburger). It has followed me all over the world, from Koh Samui to Europe!

When was the last time your chowchow had a bath? : 2 weeks ago! I hate it when I have to put it to wash...horrible sleepless night!

My family’s relationship with my chowchow: My chowchow roots run in the family, my mom having a few chowchows of her own! I'll get her to post soon.

My bed partner’s relationship with my chowchow: He thinks that it is just...really "chow" (aka smelly) ...

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: I really cannot sleep without it :(

Chowchow Debut! Clara's "Chowster"!

2008-05-23T14:20:00.009+10:00

Real name or Nickname: Clara Tang

Age: 21

Location: Melbourne, Australia

My chowchow is called (if applicable): didn't use to have a name. now its called chowster

My chowchow is a…: it is what used to be a pretty big bolster. roughly about 1 metre long. and 15cm wide. soft, squishy and nice to hug. now it's just a clump of cotton and resembles a lap cheong (chinese waxed sausage).

Number of chowchow years it has lived: 17 years

History of my chowchow: it was bought for me by my granny when i was a kid.... she sewed the cover herself...hence the old fashioned looking prints....haha that means my chowster hasn't changed clothes in 17 years...

My family's relationship with my chowchow: no one comes into contact with my chowster. my mum already threw away my security blanket. my chowster is in high security survelliance.

My bed partner's relationship with my chowchow: again.... high security survelliance...

Finally, I love my chowchow because…: it's just about the most ridiculous looking thing i own.

Share my chowchow!

2008-05-22T17:14:00.017+10:00

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2008-05-22T17:14:00.016+10:00

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Age: 23

Location: (Melbourne, Australia)

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What are chowchows?

2008-05-22T17:08:00.002+10:00

What are chowchows?

Chowchows are personal items that you cannot sleep without! It can be your precious comfort pillow, a favourite safety blanket that you have to bring along for trips or a soft toy that you have to cuddle to sleep. They come in all shapes and sizes! A chowchow usually has significant history, either growing up with you, a result of a special event or a gift from a love one.

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