What is the Inciting Incident of the incredible Journey?

The inciting incident of "The Incredible Journey" occurs when the two dogs, Luath and Bodger, and the cat, Tao, are left in the care of a family friend while their owners go on a trip. When the animals realize they have been abandoned, they decide to embark on a perilous journey across the Canadian wilderness to reunite with their beloved owners. This decision sets the stage for their adventures and challenges throughout the story.