KUALA LUMPUR: It is a bright sunny Saturday morning at Perdana Botanical Gardens and a couple are spotted riding their bicycles.
Say hello to King Oyen, an internet sensation with over 33,000 followers spread across his TikTok, Instagram and Facebook accounts. The couple added that before they took him on these trips, they consulted their vet to check if it was safe for him. The doting furparents also go the extra mile to ensure that King Oyen is comfortable during the rides, and this includes placing ice packs in his basket and a mini fan to keep him cool, especially on hot days.They also bring sufficient tube treats and water and ensure that he wears a helmet and harness during the long trips.
Asked how they trained him to be a natural in front of the camera, the couple shared that they started dressing King Oyen during the pandemic and often took photos of him. Over time, he got used to it.Siti shared that King Oyen was one year old when their son gifted them with the cat. Siti revealed that apart from cat food, he enjoys chicken satay and another “king”: the durian – Malaysia’s King of Fruits!