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Animals of Petra

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The animals around Petra fascinated me. They know the true meaning of survival! Horses, donkeys, camels, cats and lizards were the features of my day in Petra. I felt for the animals as there was not a lot of evidence of water bowls or food, and they seemed to be constantly working. Some had injuries and wounds, with flies for company, some just looked plain worn out. I struggled with that. I struggled with the way animals are treated, and I also struggled with knowing how hard it is for some to simply make a living in a harsh country. Philosophically speaking there will always be someone taking advantage of someone or something else in this world…and so it is up to us to be a part of making a difference. Even a small difference is still a difference for someone or something and it is worth it. So I did buy things in Petra to support the local Bedouin people. But I did not pay for a horse or donkey ride, I let them rest for one ride’s worth. It seems insignificant for one, but there is power in many thinking and acting ethically and lovingly.

Horse and carriage ready to take passengers to the Treasury
Or instead of a carriage ride, one could pay to ride a horse or donkey.
This little guy had no problem regulating his temperature!
A tourist opened a hamburger to give a little piece to this cat. Except the tourist was not fast enough, and the little cat took off with the whole patty, and some bread. It was a very hungry puss.
I personally thought these donkeys looked a little sad, finding relief from the heat in the shade.
A camel waiting for a paying passenger, at the Treasury.
This is a Bedouin boy riding a donkey, with a tethered donkey following. The boys would take donkeys back to the start of the Siq to collect more paying passengers.

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