An Animal Health Technician's Cat Named Mr. Munchkin Is Having the Time of His Life After Learning to Go on Kayaking Adventures
Mr. Munchkin did not start out as an adventure cat, but he sure became one. What began with a tiny foster kitten in an incubator turned into kayak rides, backpack trips, and plenty of outdoor time with his human, Gabrielle Vachon.
Vachon, an animal health technician in Montreal, already had a dog named Cowboy and thought Mr. Munchkin and his sister, Stella, might fit right into the family. Since she owned a kayak and a boat, she slowly trained him to feel comfortable on the water without rushing him.
Now he is living proof that some pets really do love a bigger life. Read on.
Here's Mr. Munchkin and His Sister, Stella
He Grew Up to Be a Majestic Adventurous Cat
A Little Clip to Show How He Really Grew but Stayed the Same
Cowboy's New Brother
A Natural at Staying Calm While Leashed
Gabrielle already owned a kayak and boat in Montreal. She was fully comfortable with both and wanted to start training Mr. Munchkin to become familiar with being in them.
Their backyard was a great starting point. Mr. Munchkin started receiving treats whenever he willingly got into the kayak, which he caught on to pretty quickly.
They slowly moved to the lake, which he was thankfully already familiar with. Gabrielle continued his training whenever he stayed in the boat comfortably for extended periods, and slowly but surely, he got the hang of it.
Mr. Munchkin Has Always Been Comfortable with Water, Unlike Most Cats
He Does Feel Icky When He Gets His Feet Wet
After Multiple Attempts, Mr. Munchkin Finally Found a Life Jacket That Fits Just Right
Now He's Ready to Go for an Adventure!
Gabrielle Started Off Slowly, Usually Just a Few Minutes of Kayaking to Get Mr. Munchkin Used to It
They Pick Good Days When the Waves Are Small and the Weather Is Pleasant
Soon They Got to Discover New Places
That patience paid off in a big way.
It’s a lot like the new cat owner who found out their kitty was underfed after a friend pet-sat.
Kayaking Isn't the Only Thing Mr. Munchkin Loves
He's a Pro at Backpack Riding
Mr. Munchkin Is a Casual Skateboarder Too
When You Say Adventure, He Thinks Camping Is Great on a Good Day
With All the Adventures Mr. Munchkin Goes On, He Doesn't Miss Out on the Opportunity to Laze Around
Whether It's Hanging Out with Cowboy
Or Just Snoozing Under the Covers
Mr. Munchkin was pushed beyond his comfort zone but was never forced to stay if he didn't want to. His safety was always considered, and a towel was on hand if he ever got wet.
Mr. Munchkin is a great example of what heights pets can reach with the help of their owners. Gabrielle Vachon was lucky to have him and Cowboy as companions to share adventures with.
If you think pets deserve adventures like Mr. Munchkin's or you want to cheer him on, you can leave a comment. We'd love to hear from you.
He really did turn into a full-time adventure cat.
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