The inequality between furry and human passengers didn't strike me when perusing the (eye-watering) quote, terms and conditions of travel to Kenya for Speckle and Anushka. New to the importation of pets, I was well unprepared for the logistical and expensive nightmare of relocating with my fur-babies and several glasses of icy Sav Blanc were required to absorb the exercise.
However, it was only when debating the amount of luggage Him Outdoors and I are allowed to take that the crux of the matter revealed itself. We get 30kgs each, which is not as much as it sounds when you are packing for a long term stay.
A one way ticket for the cats, exclusive of any type of refreshment or comforts which have to be provided by the owner, is R4900 each. The same flight for us, including copious amounts of Bombay Sapphire & tonic, red wine, snacks and a 3 course meal, a staggering choice of entertainment all enjoyed from the comfort of a seat provided by the airline, is R3786 each. And we get 30kg of luggage allowance as well.
Now, Speckle can't relocate without her catnip infused scratching post - how else will she get her manicures in Nairobi? OK, I can't make too much noise about importing the cat dope but if I get a duty free allowance on Bombay and Bubbly, surely she can have her nip?
Princess Anushka absolutely cannot travel without her Furminator brush. Her life will end if thrice daily brushings come to a halt.
More to the point, HO and I are interested in merging their luggage allowance with ours, there must be another 59kgs available for us!
While this isn't an issue right up there with global warming and world peace, it certainly deserves contemplation and discussion, surely? Equal rights for all airline passengers, I say.
In the meantime, two bored purries quietly wait. Speck already has her sunglasses to paw, ready to leap into her cat carrier. Well, actually that's a stretch. Knockout drugs are on the 'to do' list as well.
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