Everyone loves getting a window seat on a plane.
Yes, the aisle might be more practical and allow for easier toilet breaks, but nothing compares to gazing out at the clouds and the golden sunrise as you hurtle through the air at 30,000ft – it’s magical.
One young pup got to experience the thrill of staring down at the earth from a great height on his first ever flight.
Golden Retriever puppy Louie was living his best life on his debut plane ride as his owner Amanda Vargas captured the excited pooch peeking out of the window as the sun started to set.Amanda, 28, from Colorado, US, travelled with Louie, back to his forever home on a plane after she first picked him up from the breeder.Celebrate Your Pet at Every Age. Everyone loves a new puppy or kitten, says Dr. Becker. “They’re wildly kinetic, and humorous. An older pet is thinner, bonier. Their coats aren’t as soft, they might have bad breath.” But, like people, a pet’s needs change with age. They may be less active, preferring a leisurely stroll to a rollicking tug-of-war. “Our old retriever, who’s blind, still wants to retrieve.” Adapting to their changing needs will ensure your old friend remains a healthy and happy member of your family.
Amanda says: ‘We had a long travel day, which delayed our flight home.
‘I noticed the sunset, since our flight left later than expected, and Louie looked out the window on my lap.‘Not many people saw Louie because we were in the front of the plane, but the flight attendants loved him and the person next to us said he didn’t even notice him at first because he was so quiet and well behaved.
Most animals are creatures of habit. It will be important to develop a consistent schedule to follow with your new pet. Potty breaks at regular intervals, feeding at the same time(s) every day, playtime, walks – everything needs to be scheduled. At first, this can seem overwhelming but soon enough, you and your new pet will be on the same schedule.
‘We were not technically allowed to take Louie out of his crate but I took my chances and put him in my lap. Absolutely no one complained and the flight attendants were great about it, too.’
Louie is now happy in his new home with Amanda, and even has a big brother to play with – Leo, another Golden Retriever.The lovable brothers have matching harnesses and love going on walks together and playing with each other.
So, it’s safe to say Louie is settling in very well indeed.
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