Breathe in, breathe out.

Let’s take a break from the nastiness and bad news you’ve been exposed to, and focus on finding your happy place.

Maybe that’s wrapped up in front of the TV whilst binge-watching series, or maybe that’s clambering your way up Lion’s Head with your cat in tow.

Hang on – what?

Yes, cat hiking is a thing now, and there are plenty of videos on YouTube to prove it.

Look at this furball, known as Milo the Munchkin Cat. At the time of writing, this video had in excess of 45 000 views:

Not bad, but that’s still in the minor leagues when compared to Honey Bee, the blind cat from Fiji. This video has a cool 1,15 million views, and Honey Bee boasts 26 000 followers on Facebook:

Honey Bee, we salute you and your human.

According to Mashable, it takes a certain kind of cat to crack the hiking game:

Felines that possess a playful demeanor and an interest in the outside world — and are willing to wear a harness — might make solid hikers.

For cat owners intrigued by the idea of bringing their pets on long hikes (or even just outside for a quick walk,) Adventure Cats has a pretty comprehensive guide to getting your pet more comfortable with the great outdoors.

You can find that Adventure Cats hiking guide here.

So, how long until we see Cape Town’s finest hipsters clambering up Lion’s Head with their kitty in tow? I expect such a hike must be completed in suitably branded activewear, and please be sure to bring a comfy backpack to transport your feline overlord.

While we are on the topic of brightening up your pet’s life, you might want to check out the amazing work these guys are doing.

Lend a hand there and you’ll be sure to see some good vibes coming your way.

[source:mashable]