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Relocating DOGS & Cats to United Arab Emirates
What Type of Pets Do You Have?:
DOGS & Cats
How was your experience finding pet care in your new country?:
The vet here is great, they offer dog obedience classes for the dogs and they are great with the cats. Pet food can be purchased at any of the grocery stores just like in the states. The meds you can get thru the vets offices. Dogs are a little harder to take out due to the religion. You have to keep the dogs close to you at all times, as the Muslims believe that they are dirty animals. At least that is what we have been told.
Any other suggestions?:
Abu Dhabi is interesting. I have vowed that I will never judge another country ever again unless I have been there to make my own judgments. The natives here are so nice. They will go out of their way to do stuff for you to help you out. Now that is not the case with the expats that are living here to work. Some of them are just plain rude. But over all, it is not bad here. Just not home.
How was your pet(s) reaction to the new environment?:
The cats did good with the relocation. They are indoor animals and seemed to enjoy finding new things to do in the house.
What's your favorite local hotspot that you've discovered?:
My favorite spot is the Marina Mall. Restaurant is the Steak House on top of one of the hotels. Parks are not for animals only people.
What are some things you miss the most about where you came?:
I miss the language. We have learned what others that come to the US feel like. You don't really understand what some people are saying to you. The language barrier is difficult. But with the right connections you do fine. I miss the US steaks. We get meat from other countries, they are OK, but nothing beats a good US T-Bone.
What was the best/worst part of your pet relocation?:
The Cats airplane trip, not knowing what was going to happen with them.
How long do you plan to stay in your new country?:
Our original tour was 15 months, mine will be shortened to 12 months. We are returning to our country of origin.
Any other suggestions or helpful tips for pet owners living in your new country?:
Remember that dog owners have it much harder than cats. The dogs do not have large yards to run in, they are in a small space that may not be comfortable for them.
