Travel Bug Dog Tag Dougal the Dog

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Owner:
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Released:
Saturday, February 15, 2003
Origin:
United Kingdom
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In The Tallman Travel Bug Railroad Station

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Current Goal

Dougal's ultimate goal is to reach New Zealand, so he can round up some sheep.

About This Item

Dougal says goodbye to St. Abbs.

Dougal's Profile

Dougal is a dog, half Foxhound and half... Well we're not entirely sure about the other half. Although whenever I've asked Dougal, he declares he has royal ancestry being half Foxhound and half Corgi.

Dougal has been living quietly in St. Abbs for a couple of years; he spent a lot of time surrounded by books, so thinks himself well read. He likes to chase and heard sheep (maybe his father was actually a common Border Collie). He also likes to chase foxes, which I am sure he would maul badly if he ever managed to catch one.

Travel Plans

A couple of weeks ago Dougal started to express a desire to explore the world. He said that while he enjoyed life in St. Abbs he found it a little quiet. So Dougal and I discussed all the possible places he could travel to.

"I'd like to get as far away as possible", said Dougal.

"You can't get much further away than New Zealand", said I.

"New Zealand, where is that", asked Dougal.

"It's right under your feet", I told him.

"Ok, but what does New Zealand offer a dog like me", asked Dougal.

So I told him all about bungee jumping, kiwifruit and sheep. Dougal's little ears pricked up when he heard that New Zealand has over 40 million sheep and they out number people eleven to one. As Dougal likes to chase sheep, he has decided that he wants to go to New Zealand and chase the sheep there. He would also like the opportunity to chase sheep in other countries too.

Travel Goals

Dougal would like to travel the world with the ultimate goal of reaching New Zealand. While travelling Dougal would like to meet and be pictured with animals which he can chase or heard.

Dougal doesn't care for postmen, so please don't send him through the mail; there is always the danger he may break loose from the parcel and bite an unlucky postal worker.

I am going to miss Dougal, so would like to hear from everyone who meets him on the road. If you do meet Dougal please give him a cuddle and a clap every now and then.

Dougal's Old Home

If you would like to learn more about the place where Dougal spent his formative years, then you could visit the St. Abbs Community Website .

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Tracking History (26050.5mi) View Map

Retrieve It from a Cache 6/5/2003 MiketheFiddler retrieved it from ACS#2:A Walk in the Park Texas   Visit Log

Dougal and I visited this cache briefly, before heading home for the evening. We'll visit a few more caches tomorrow and play with my nieces and their two cats and new puppy.
Dropped Off 6/5/2003 MiketheFiddler placed it in ACS#2:A Walk in the Park Texas - .9 miles  Visit Log
Retrieve It from a Cache 6/5/2003 MiketheFiddler retrieved it from YAWCC Texas   Visit Log

I found this rather agreeable-looking fellow today in the YAWCC cache. We then found two more caches together, including the Cliffhanger cache. I did the cliff-hanging and Dougal stayed out of harm's way so that he could call for help if something happened to me.

I've already introduced him to several pals here in Austin. We'll see a few more sights together and then hit the road together. I'm heading home to Seattle next week, which should get him just a bit closer to the antipodes (New Zealand). First, though, we're heading for North Carolina for a bit of business and more cache hunting.
Dropped Off 6/1/2003 Big Mo and Hoke placed it in YAWCC Texas - 992.36 miles  Visit Log
Grab It (Not from a Cache) 5/19/2003 Big Mo and Hoke grabbed it   Visit Log

I picked up this cute little pup today from Packrat Stash. I believe the last person to drop him there forgot to log him. Anyway, he is going to spend a short time with me and learn the ropes from my Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, Caymus. They have become fast friends already. Look for pics soon. I will then do my best to move Dougal west!

  • Caymus&Dougal The boys are tired after a hard day of hauling dirt and playing. Caymus may have braun, but Dougal has brains!
  • We're not allowed Caymus is trying to tell Dougal that dogs aren't allowed on the counter. Of course Dougal doesn't weigh 130 lbs.!
  • Paws Off! Take it easy on the boy, Moose!!!
  • They're killing me! Swissy's are known for hauling carts, but Dougal does better riding!
Write note 5/13/2003 speedy FFW posted a note for it   Visit Log

Dougal meat Donald and Minnie in Orlando, Florida and travelled to Austin, Texas where they all made friends with the Texas Longhorn. See picture attached.
As noted, has been picked by Big Mo, since I just returned from travelling. Good luck Dougal for trip to California and ultimate goal to New Zealand.
Speedy FFW

  • Dougal_from_Florida_to_Texas Dougal makes friends with Donald and Minnie from Orlando, Florida and are meeting the Texas Longhorn.
Retrieve It from a Cache 5/9/2003 speedy FFW retrieved it from Orlando Airport TB Hotel Florida   Visit Log

Picked it up for a journey ...
Dropped Off 5/8/2003 Blue Man placed it in Orlando Airport TB Hotel Florida - 4,199.5 miles  Visit Log
Grab It (Not from a Cache) 5/8/2003 Blue Man grabbed it   Visit Log

Found this guy in the Celebrate Disney cache. I'll move him to a spot where he can hitch a ride down under.
Write note 4/22/2003 Silver fox posted a note for it   Visit Log

Well Dougal has had a good time in Edinburgh Hedgie has taken him round the pubs and clubs and the two of them have never been sober. They done a bit sightseeing but not much(to busy drinking) and now it's time for him to move on. I'm not sure what he wants to do whether to go looking for sheep or to visit more pubs. Time will tell.

  • Tap dancing Hedgie teaches Dougal how to tap dance
  • Night out The start of another nights drinking for the Dynamic Duo.
  • The Castle Well at least Dougal can say he's seen Edinburgh Castle
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