Actor Herman Keh never expected to cry in front of his mum - all for a dog
Singaporean actor Herman Keh shares his personal journey of adopting a Parson Russell terrier named Skippy. Despite initial resistance from his mother, the dog has become an integral part of his family life.
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Actor Herman Keh and his dog Skippy, a one-year-old Parson Russell terrier.
Listen Summarise Actor Herman Keh adopted a puppy named Skippy, despite initial opposition and emotional moments with his mother. Keh learned to care for Skippy, managing training, health issues, and daily routines as a first-time pet owner. Their strong bond brought joy and patience to Keh’s life, with family and neighbours recognising his role as "Skippy’s daddy". AI generated
SINGAPORE – Most people might expect a performer to cry over a bad review or a brutal director’s note, but actor Herman Keh burst into tears over something else entirely – the possibility of losing a puppy he had owned only for a few days.
Keh, 30, had brought home the three-month-old Parson Russell terrier puppy, which he adopted in April 2025 from a friend whose dog had given birth to a litter.
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