A Couple’s Heartwarming Christmas with Dogs
A Home Filled with Joy and Love
PETALING JAYA: The sound of jingling collars fills the air as Metta Eu and his wife Emma’s home comes alive with the pitter-patter of paws. While others are busy decking their halls with boughs of holly and exchanging gifts, this couple from Bandar Sri Damansara spends their Christmas in the company of furry guests.
Their holiday cheer? Well, that comes in the form of tail wags, happy barks, and the unconditional love of the dogs they pet-sit during Christmas.
A Love for Dogs and a Dream to Serve
For Emma, originally from Jakarta, and Metta, who juggles pet boarding with his sales and education career, Christmas is less about tradition and more about heart. Together, they’ve built a haven for dogs and their owners.
Ten years ago, Emma and Metta tied the knot, blending their lives in more ways than one. Emma, a former singer who once graced Hard Rock Cafe in Indonesia, traded the limelight for a quieter life when she moved to Malaysia.
Metta, on the other hand, was in the IT and sales industry. Originally from Klang, he now manages a full-time job in sales and education while supporting Emma’s dream of running a pet boarding service.
The idea to start their pet boarding business came from Emma’s love for dogs and her desire to work independently. “I wanted something of my own,” Emma explained. “And I love dogs so much, so I told Metta, let’s do this.”
A Home for Furry Guests
Since launching their business in August last year, they’ve become beloved by their clients for their personalized touch – daily showers, playtime, free treats, and regular updates for the “pawrents.”
While most people spend Christmas with family or at lavish gatherings, Emma and Metta stay home, surrounded by their furry guests. For them, the joy of Christmas lies in caring for the dogs.
A Simple yet Heartwarming Celebration
On Christmas morning, the couple blast Christmas carols in their living room, singing merrily along with their furry guests, spreading Yuletide cheer.
“I don’t like going out much anyway,” Emma admitted. “Staying home with the dogs, watching TV – it’s perfect for me.” Metta echoed her sentiment: “The love we get from these dogs is so genuine. It’s like they treat us as family.”
Paw-some Requests
The couple’s Christmas celebrations are simple yet heartwarming. Emma decorates the house, sometimes setting up festive photo booths for the dogs. They even fulfill special requests from clients, like feeding the doggos Christmas meals specially prepared by their owners.
“One person asked us to give their dog a big bone which they provided as a Christmas treat,” Metta chuckled. “Another wanted their dog in a Santa hat for photos.”
A Story of Love and Loss
Though their home is filled with joy, Metta approaches the dogs with caution. A painful loss in his youth taught him the heartbreak of attachment. “When I was 18, I had a dog named Trixie,” he shared. “He waited for me to come home before he died. It was devastating. Since then, I’ve never owned a dog. But I’m happy to care for others’ dogs instead.”
A Calling, Not Just a Business
For Emma, the business is more than just a livelihood; it’s a calling. “I care for the dogs as if they’re my own, and my goal is to make their parents happy,” she said.
Conclusion
For Emma and Metta, their hearts – and home – are full. This is their version of Christmas, and they wouldn’t have it any other way.
FAQs
* What do Emma and Metta do for a living?
+ Metta juggles pet boarding with his sales and education career, while Emma runs a pet boarding service.
* How do they celebrate Christmas?
+ They stay home, surrounded by their furry guests, and enjoy simple yet heartwarming celebrations.
* What is the purpose of their pet boarding business?
+ Emma and Metta care for dogs as if they’re their own, aiming to make their parents happy.