Moving to a New Residence and Your Cat

If you are planning a move to a new residence, do not forgot to make plans for the safety of your cat. Learn what you need to do to protect your feline friend.

First, decide where you will put your pet while items are being moved. When people are carrying heavy furniture or boxes, they may not be able to see your pet that is about ready to get stepped on or worse, trip and fall. You should at least confine him or her to a room or better yet, have your pet spend the day with a friend or at a cattery. Your cat could even end up hidden in the moving van or even packed away in a box.

Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for cats to come up missing during a move. The many open doors coupled with the cat possibly being frightened of all of the activity can be the perfect conditions for an escape. Be sure that your feline is wearing a collar that has the address and phone numbers for your new residence.

Be sure that you have all of the necessities in place to transport your cat. You will need a well-ventilated cat carrier. If you trip will take several hours, you will also need food, a litter box, and water. Bringing along medicine from your vet to prevent car sickness is also advised for both kitty's and your sakes. Covering the carrier with blankets may also help to insulate your cat from the sounds of travel, but be sure to keep the carrier air vents open.

Before leaving, stop by your vet and pick up your pet's medical records. Ask your current vet for recommendations for a new vet in the area to which you are moving.

By taking your pet's needs into consideration, you should be able to move into your new residence with your feline safely beside you.


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