At Avia (also known as Aviagames), a leader in skill-based real-money games such as Solitaire Clash and Bingo Tour, compassion extends beyond the digital arena. The company’s commitment to pet adoption and animal rescue has brought two extraordinary cats, Tangtang and Jiabao, into their workplace, turning the office into a home for resilience, warmth, and second chances, reminding everyone that empathy and kindness are as important as strategy and skill—both in gaming and in life.
A Workplace Designed with Rescue in Mind
In 2023, Avia’s founders, Vickie Chen and Ping Wang, ensured that the new office design included a dedicated “cat room,” reflecting a deep belief in giving back to the community. Avia partnered with a volunteer-run, non-profit cat rescue group in Beijing, focusing on offering homes to cats with urgent medical needs. This effort wasn’t about simply having pets—it was about making a lasting difference through animal rescue and cat adoption.
Tangtang: From Fragile Kitten to Office Guardian
Tangtang’s journey began on the outskirts of Tangshan, where he was found as a fragile, three-month-old kitten with a ruptured eye. Rescuers rushed him overnight to receive emergency surgery. Although the injury resulted in the loss of one eye, Tangtang’s trusting nature endured.
Now a healthy British Shorthair, Tangtang is known for his calm, affectionate presence. He often curls up on colleagues’ laps, joins meetings, and offers comfort to those working late—A gentle reminder of the hope and joy that pet adoption brings.
Jiabao: The Toothless Cat with the Biggest Heart
Jiabao’s rescue story began on the streets of Beijing. Severely malnourished, dehydrated, and suffering from advanced oral inflammation, he underwent a full-mouth dental extraction to save his life. Without a single tooth remaining, Jiabao might have seemed vulnerable, but his spirit told a different story.
Friendly, confident, and highly empathetic, Jiabao is quick to greet visitors, seek affection, and even sense when someone in the office needs a moment of comfort. His playful antics and warm personality make him impossible to overlook, proving that resilience and joy can thrive even after the toughest beginnings. Jiabao’s journey is a living testament to the transformative power of pet adoption and animal rescue, showing that love, care, and second chances can create extraordinary outcomes.
How Two Rescued Cats Shaped Avia’s Culture
Tangtang and Jiabao have become an integral part of Avia’s culture, transforming the workplace into a space of relaxation, connection, and emotional well-being. Tangtang often hops onto a colleague’s lap, easing stress and encouraging short breaks, while Jiabao greets visitors and wanders the office with gentle curiosity, prompting smiles and lighthearted moments. These interactions lift morale, help employees feel more grounded, and even serve as icebreakers for new hires.
The decision to adopt a pet in need reflects the same care that Avia puts into developing skill games and real money games like Solitaire Clash. By integrating pet adoption into the workplace, the company has given two animals a second chance while fostering a compassionate, supportive environment. Jiabao and Tangtang are more than just company mascots; they embody Avia’s belief that kindness, whether in gaming communities or everyday life, can make a lasting difference.
Inspiring Others to Take Action
Avia’s experience with Jiabao and Tangtang serves as a testament to the rewards of pet adoption and animal rescue. Their stories encourage others to consider giving a home to a rescued cat not just as an act of compassion, but as an opportunity to welcome loyalty, joy, and healing into their lives.
For Avia, adopting these cats has reinforced a simple truth: in both games and in life, the greatest victories often come from giving someone—or something—a second chance.
