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CHINESE MILK TEA brand Chagee, which brought the premium tea bar experience to the Philippines, has introduced a concept store that is inclusive not just to humans.

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CHAGEE'S first-ever pet-friendly store in Quezon City, Philippines; and cat playpen (inset).

It has opened its first-ever pet-friendly store in Southeast Asia — in Quezon City, Philippines.

“Chagee has become welcoming space where tea culture meets pet companionship. It’s a community hub where people can connect with their loved ones,” said Christopher Tiong, Chagee country general manager, at the media preview on Dec. 2 in Eastwood, where the concept tea bar is located.

“This store carries that same spirit of thoughtful design, so that fur parents and fur babies alike can enjoy the space,” he added.

Fueled by growing pet ownership among Filipinos, Chagee’s mission “to craft moments of connection through high-quality tea” has expanded to include pets, not just their humans.

Chagee showed the press the pet-friendly features that can be found at the store. From the outside, a playful giant cat installation adorning the rooftop greets those who enter, while the al fresco dining area is guarded by a dog sculpture.

The safety, hygiene, and comfort of both humans and animals are taken into consideration, with nonslip and durable flooring and air purifiers strategically situated around the store. Chagee also offers free water served in specially designed bowls for pets.

A novelty in this store that the other three branches don’t have is an enclosed tea bar counter with glass panels, keeping drinks visible yet protected from pet fur or dander.

Oliver Rabatan, Chagee deputy general manager, told the press that the enclosed area protects the integrity of the drinks.

“We want it to be hygienic and we want to maintain cleanliness,” he said.

Mr. Rabatan also pointed out the dedicated cleaning station equipped with wet wipes, lint rollers, and trash bags. The indoor handwash station next to it also helps the customers themselves stay clean and fresh.