[dutchmensport]

Over our 36 years of marriage and 2 kids and 6 grandkids, we have traveled with all kinds of animals. Every one was a beloved pet. We have had several dogs, all of them were magnificent travelers and camper dog.

We have had several cats. Now, traveling with cats is a new experience. Some travel well, some do not. But each one really loved the camper and at home, would sit on the trailer steps just wanting in.

We also traveled with several birds. At one time we had 3 birds, each one different and we'd hang them in their cages from the awning so they could be outside.

We also had a pet chicken that was more human than my kids (and ate better than them to). She was a GREAT pet. She went swimming with us, rode bicycles with us, hiked with us, She was a great pet. She loved mashed potatoes and worms. What a combination.

We had an iguana, rabbits, mice, hamsters, fish, and pet rats. And yes, we traveled with all of them. Thank goodness, not all at once though. But when we rolled into town, it was quite a show.

Traveling with fish is an interesting experience. We took a large jar with a lid, made a hole in it, fill it with water from the aquarium, put the fish in, put the lid on, push the air pump hose through the hose, and plug the air pump into our small 400 watt portable inverter. I suppose we did well, none ever died.

We have 2 wiener dogs now (full blooded with papers) and a cat.

We miss greatly all of their predecessors. But we gave them all the best life possible and looking at the new guys, yes, we often shed a tear in rememberance.

If you still have love to give, there's a little doggie out there that needs you.