When it's time to move into your new house, whether it's across town or across the country, your moving day checklist includes packing up your four-legged family members. And while moving with pets is a stressful time for you...it's undoubtedly just as stressful for your pets. Here are some tips to make moving into your new home as stress-free as possible for everyone in your family especially your pets!
The first step in helping your new cat prepare for moving day is getting her used to a pet carrier. No matter how near - or far - you're moving, Fluffy will be safer in a pet carrier. If she's never been in a carrier, introduce the idea slowly. Start by putting a blanket and cat treats inside, leaving the door open, and making the experience a positive one.
Once she's comfortable with the Carrier, the next step is familiarizing your cat with car travel. Start with short, 10-minute rides, then longer 20-minute rides. You'll find that your cat's anxiety decreases as she becomes more accustomed to sights and sounds associated with car travel. Be sure to leave the cat carrier out in the house during this time so your kitty gets used to it and even sleeps inside it whenever she chooses. While you're packing boxes, be sure to let your curious kitty sniff around and have her own fun. Just don't box her up by accident!
For dogs, consider taking your dog to your new neighborhood for walks before you move in. Walk by your new house and let your dog familiarize himself with the scents of the neighborhood. Go inside the new house if possible. Or try to bring something from the new house to your dog so he can familiarize himself with its unique smell.
While you're packing, try not to isolate your dog in a dog crate. Instead, include him while you...Read More
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