Cute dogs and cats we see when we travel
Adorable animals we have seen on our travels
As exciting as travel is, when you are the proud ‘parent’ of a furry child, it is difficult to leave them behind. There isn’t always the option to take them with you, especially when you are traveling internationally.
As a result, many years ago we decided not to adopt any more pets when our last dog joined the heavenly choir. She was a sweet dog, inherited from friends that had immigrated. We think she was about 7 when she moved in and stayed in our home for a further 15 years, making her an adorable but old dame of 23. She will always have a place in our hearts just like the many other pets we have had.
There is so much joy in having another breath around the house and are great, loyal companions but having a pet is a long-term commitment. They need constant care and attention. When you travel you either need to find someone to look after them or to place them in temporary care. We have done that in the past and at the time it worked out relatively well. This often costs almost as much as our own holiday and our budget did not always stretch that far, which would limit our time away.
Why do we choose not to house another pet? We miss our pets dearly and although we only travel part time, we wanted to travel as often as is possible. It would not be fair to acquire a new furry kid and put them through the misery of being apart from us as we want to be more flexible.
When you are away it can be incredibly stressful for your dog or cat to be separated from you. We know we would be anxious as well and would continuously wonder if they are fretting. Taking them with you is not always possible and even if it is you cannot take them everywhere such as into game reserves. We find it limiting with a pet and it is easier and not restrictive to explore places without the responsibility.
But how do we fill that void of having a little tail follow all our moves, nestling at our feet or even on our laps? We have not gone the route of house and pet sitting yet, or at least not on a full-time basis. We are fortunate that we have friends with dogs and cats that we can visit and look after periodically.
There are other ways too. Over the years every time we have gone somewhere, we have come across adorable cats and dogs. Every campsite seems to have a dog and sometimes even a cat, unless it was in a reserve. We have seen many pets on our road trips, international travels or staycations. We have had no shortage of interacting with these cute and cuddlies. Let me show you a few.
Mozambique has produced quite a few pets for us to admire.
If I was living next to the sea, I would also spend hours watching the surf, sunrises and sunsets. I might even consider frolicking in the waves too!
This one we nicknamed Fuggly. Wouldn’t you with that adorable but scarred face? He had a good build though.
At Bilene this dog followed us on our walks along the beach.
When a mournful face like this one watches you, hoping for an invitation to come inside and maybe a snack or two, it is very tempting!
At Pomene this little kitten peered at us from the top of our mosquito net and then wandered around sniffing our stuff. I could have easily packed that one in my suitcase to take home but not a good idea to take it across the border.
A few more Mozambique dogs wanting some attention. I didn’t object!
This little cutie was happily being transported in a basin on top of a canal boat in the UK. Secure so as not to fall of the boat, he or she could watch the world go by.
In Jeffreys Bay, South Africa, it is thirsty work running along the beach after strangers. Nothing like quenching your thirst straight from the tap instead of the water bowl at your feet.
At Nthakeni these delightful dogs kept us company. One of them even went with us on our walk.
Read the delightful tale of Lappies and Melkie at Ratho here.
Egypt is known for cats and these are some of the cuties that demanded attention.
These two kept us amused at Kosi Bay as they cautiously looked at our travel mascot, Lookie.
I think this one likes water, don’t you?
This fluffy little ball was in Phuket, Thailand.
Have you encountered pets on your travels? Tell me about them!
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ALMA VAN AS | ROAMING FOX
Alma is a South African travel blogger and writer. She hopes to inspire you with facts and fables about her adventures, road trips and international travel.
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