Cats like routine and hate being taken out of their environment. If you are planning on moving a cat to a new home, here are some tips for making the move less stressful, even if it’s local or long distance.

Before moving day you should have your cat examined by a veterinarian, that is if you are moving to another state or country to ensure he is healthy and up to date on his necessary vaccinations. Be sure to bring a copy of your records and keep them with your important papers and checklist.

Several weeks before moving, buy a cat carrier that will have enough room for him to stretch, turn around, and lie down. Place a towel or a soft shirt with your scent on it. It will decrease his stress level. Get your cat accustomed to the carrier by leaving it open with food and toys in or around it. Also if you are going to move by car, take your cat out for short car trips in order for him to get used to riding in it.

Before you start packing up up your belongings, confine your cat to a separate room with a food, water, litter box and toys where he won’t get caught in the crossfire during the move. Keep the door locked and a sign on the door to notify anyone who may need to enter that there is a pet in there.

Place an ID tag on your cat with your cat’s name, your telephone number and the address you’re moving to while in the process of moving. Also take a picture of your cat shortly before moving day in case he disappears during the move.

If you happen to be driving long distance, keep your cat in a sturdy carrier and have him ride in the car with you. Never have him ride in the back of a moving truck rental. The temperatures inside of these storage areas can be quite severe and deadly to pets.

And if your destination to your new home is going to take longer than a day, then you will want to look into finding pet friendly hotels to stay at. An additional cost may be required. Now if you choose to fly to your new home with your cat, it is best to choose an airline that will let your cat stay in the cabin with you as a safety precaution. Find out what the requirements are ahead of time to avoid any unpleasant surprises. You will have to purchase a ticket for your cat.

When you arrive at your new residence, keep your cat in a single room with the door shut until you get everything set up. Let your cat leave the room on his own terms. Be patient with him and don’t push him to leave a place where he is comfortable for this can cause stress related behavior issues. If your planning on letting your cat go outdoors, hold off until he’s familiar with the new home.

Remember your cat needs time to adjust when moving into a new home. Give him plenty of tender loving care to make the transition go smoother.

Are you planning on doing any RV travel with a cat around the country? Still you may be worried about how your cat will adjust to RV travel. In this article you will find tips to make the trip more enjoyable and safe for him.

Before the big day of the trip, get your cat familiar with the RV by both of you spending the night in it at home. Taking your cat for short trips around town in the RV is another way for him to adapt. If that is not possible due to having a rental RV, then spend at least half an hour to an hour with him in the RV while it’s parked during the duration of the trip.

Put T-shirts or something with your personal scent on it all over the place, except where you don’t want the cat to go. you can also use Feliway and Rescue Remedy to lessen the stress level. Put his food dish, litter box, scratching post in an easy to reach place.

RV’S can be noisy when in motion with the blinds and cabinet doors banging around, which can be really upsetting to the cat, so look for ways to reduce the noise level.

Talk to your cat in a soothing tone of voice, give him messages. Take the time to play with him to get him to exercise. These are great ways to bond with him and help him relax.

Before taking to the road, try to get your cat used to walking on a harness and leash, so you can take him out for exercise and fresh air. If you can’t get the cat used to being on a leash then, then using a kitty stroller may be an option to at least get the cat outside for fresh air.

Safety precautions to consider-

When making stops along the way always know where your cat is before opening any doors and never leave a door open. All it takes is a second for your cat to escape.

To ensure your kitty’s safety – make sure your cat is wearing a collar with an ID tag, with his name and your cell phone number on it. Keep up to date photographs and other identifying information in case your cat disappears.

Never leave your cat in an un-conditioned RV during warm weather. In order for your AC to function, you will have to be connected to a electric hookup or a generator. Keep the windows and vents open with a fan(plugged into an inverter) running in case the AC quits.

Other things to consider-

Always call in advance to make sure pets are permitted at the RV campground.

Check out what is required ahead of time if you intend to cross a boarder. Always take your cat’s rabies certificate with you even if you have no intention to enter another country.

Preparing your cat and giving him tender loving care, while taking safety precautions should make the trip a more pleasant experience for him and everyone else involved. Have a safe trip.

If you are planning on traveling by airplane and want to take your cat with you. Then you will want to know what to do to prepare your cat for air travel in order for the trip to go more smoothly.

First of all you need to know what the restrictions and policies are for pet travel. Not all airlines allow pets to travel in the cabin with their owners, but only in the cargo hold.

Which can be dangerous to your cat. Cargo holds are noisy and the temperature changes can be severe. As a result he could experience psychological damage, even die from frostbite or heatstroke. Then there’s always the risk the cat will end up getting lost.

To ensure your cat’s safety while flying, it is better to choose an airline that will let your cat ride in the cabin with you. If someone tells you that pets are permitted in the cabin, then get it in writing to prevent unpleasant surprises at the airport.

You’ll have to purchase an airline ticket for your pet. The cost of the ticket is determined by the type and size and the airline.

Get a pet carrier that is durable, non-collasible, locking carrier. Also the carrier must meet airline requirements as far as size and dimension is concerned. Each airline has different requirements.

Take your cat to the vet for a check-up to be up to date on your cat’s health and any vacinations that may be required when traveling with your cat. You’ll need a health verification certificate from your veterinarian 10 days before your flight to ensure your pet will be able to board the plane.

Provide your cat with a portable water bowl, mini food dish, a pee pad and other things he may need while traveling.

It is important for your cat to wear a collar with an ID tag for the duration of the trip. Also the carrier should have your name, both home and cell numbers, home address, travel destination. Plus include your pet’s name, gender, age, specie type, any health issues he may have. The veterinarians name and phone number should be provided as well.

Take into consideration that cats don’t like to be taken out of their territory, so you may want to sedate him for the flight. Always give your cat lots of tender loving care to sooth him.