![Elby Novanda with his cat Hana [ELBY NOVANDA]](https://cdn.petnews2day.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Intl-students-share-experiences-of-adopting-living-with-animal-friends.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=64&webp=50&avif=38&sharp=1&w=696&ssl=1)
Elby Novanda with his cat Hana [ELBY NOVANDA]
Studying abroad is a lonesome journey. Leaving your family and friends behind and relocating to a brand-new location is never ever simple, and you are frequently by yourself throughout the journey. However, for some, their four-legged friends pertain to their rescue.
The advantages of having family pets
“Hana is the factor I wish to return to the room every day,” Elby Novanda, a 32-year-old Indonesian trainee at Seoul National University, said. Hana is the name of his one-year-old ragdoll cat.
Elby said embracing Hana made it simpler for him to come home early, as he now understands he will not be alone at home. He prevented doing so when he initially moved to Korea due to the fact that home indicated a singular space where there was nobody waiting on him.
“I have actually constantly been a cat fan given that I was young however never ever had the nerve to adopt one, so Hana coming was the best minute to do it.”
Returning home and seeing Hana now is his preferred part of the day.
“The thing with cats is that they are unforeseeable and frequently not so loyal like others, so it is actually enjoyable having them around.”
Aleksandra Kim, 23, a global trainee from Russia at Jeonbuk National University and mom to 2 hamsters, said her animal buddies, Boba and Bingsu, bring the exact same pleasures.
“It feels actually happy understanding that someone is waiting on you at home.”
Aleksandra likewise included hamsters are the best family pets for worldwide trainees as looking after them is simpler than other family pets.
“[They] do not need [much space,] foods and attention,” she said, including, “You can go [on] with your days and after that return to have fun with them in the evening.”
![ThoMi and her pet toy [LAM TU CHAU NGUYEN]](https://cdn.petnews2day.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1687258990_817_Intl-students-share-experiences-of-adopting-living-with-animal-friends.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=64&webp=50&avif=38&sharp=1&w=696&ssl=1)
ThoMi and her animal toy [LAM TU CHAU NGUYEN]
Lam Tu Chau Nguyen, 25, a trainee from Vietnam living in Jeonju, likewise shared the exact same experience with her bunny ThoMi, who she embraced in 2021.
“ThoMi is actually ridiculous, however in a charming and amusing method. Spending time with him is the very best method for me to unwind after a long day,” she said. “I even made a great deal of memes from ThoMi’s day-to-day activities so that I might later on take a look at them and instantly have a good laugh.”
Things to think about prior to embracing a family pet as a global trainee
Sharing a room with a furry friend can be an experience with trials and adversities, however the 3 concur that embracing these cuties has actually made them better. However, they likewise included that there are aspects worldwide trainees require to think about prior to embracing a family pet, varying from their existing living conditions and their budget plan to whether they can make long-lasting dedications.
The requirements differ depending upon the kind of animal.
Hana expenses Elby around 100,000 won ($78) a month, while Aleksandra invests 20,000 won for her hamsters, and Lam Tu Chau invests 50,000 won for Thomi. These regular monthly expenses do not consist of health center gos to and unanticipated expenditures.
Hospital costs are another barrier to coping with family pets. Aleksandra as soon as needed to pay 20,000 won for a basic check-up after Bobba mistakenly scratched his eyes.
What to do with family pets as soon as leaving the nation is likewise an issue. While Elby and Lam Tu Chau strategy to bring Hana and ThoMi back home when they leave, they acknowledge not everybody has the money to do so.
![Bobba the little hamster and Aleksandra Kim [ALEKSANDRA KIM]](https://cdn.petnews2day.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1687258993_228_Intl-students-share-experiences-of-adopting-living-with-animal-friends.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=64&webp=50&avif=38&sharp=1&w=696&ssl=1)
Bobba the little hamster and Aleksandra Kim [ALEKSANDRA KIM]
Another thing to think about is whether your property managers enable family pets in their structures. Seeking the proprietor’s approval is important as there might be heavy monetary repercussions for not alerting them.
According to Lam Tu Chau, she needed to move far from her previous building due to the fact that the proprietor does not enable family pets, even quieter ones like bunnies. Meanwhile, Elby had an experience where his realty representative recommended he lie to the proprietor about coping with a family pet.
“I chose to [say no] due to the fact that eventually when the proprietor determines Hana’s existence, there will be a great deal of difficulties,” he said.
While there are different alternatives where future animal owners can discover their buddies, the majority of people fulfill their animal pals through their associates, shelters and stores.
For Lam Tu Chau, she initially took a look at a number of bunny stores on Instagram prior to selecting ThoMi. After calling the shop owner, she waited till ThoMi was old adequate to leave his family and after that selected him up from a bunny farm in Incheon.
“Adopting through a pet shop is usually more expensive, but I have some guarantees about his health condition … and someone to guide him when he has problems.”
She brought ThoMi home at 50,000 won and was used complimentary grooming service.
![ThoMi nibbles on a strawberry. [LAM TU CHAU NGUYEN]](https://cdn.petnews2day.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1687258995_324_Intl-students-share-experiences-of-adopting-living-with-animal-friends.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=64&webp=50&avif=38&sharp=1&w=696&ssl=1)
ThoMi nibbles on a strawberry. [LAM TU CHAU NGUYEN]
Those not sure about making long-lasting dedications to raise a family pet might think about supplying foster take care of animals searching for households they can stick with for the long term.
Malika Adilova, 30, from Uzbekistan, a previous trainee in Jeonju, picked to foster her dog Heng-un (“Good luck” in Korean), who she discovered through a personal animal shelter.
“I am presently searching for jobs and not sure about my future in Korea, so I chose to foster Heng-un rather of taking him in completely,” she said.
The shelter supplies her with food and needed supplements for Heng-un on a monthly basis so that Malika does not sustain much monetary problem.
Lastly, you need to ensure your future family pets remain in health or in a workable condition. Before bringing your family pets home, prepare the needed materials ahead of time and get your family pets examined by a veterinary specialist. It’s likewise crucial to understand the area of veterinary centers that are close to where you live.
Now that you are all set, it is time to invite your furry pals. They may require a long time to change in the very first couple of days. Be client and mild and constantly consult when required.
Nevertheless, each animal has its special character. With enough love and perseverance, you will ultimately discover methods to live gladly together.
“With a family pet, you do not feel alone, which is the very best [part of having a pet,]” Lam Tu Chau said.
BY STUDENT PRESS REPORTER NGUYEN TRAN THAO NGUYEN [[email protected]]
