If you have a cat and you are getting ready to move, this can be a stressful time for your cat just like it can be very stressful for you. But there are things that you can do to help this time be easier for both of you and help your cat to be better adjusted to the new place. Below are four tips that you can use to help your cat when you are moving to your new place.
Try Pheromone Therapy
This is a way that you can calm your cat while you are moving. However, consult their vet first to see if it’s necessary. If it’s necessary, it should be used while moving. Start using it when you’re starting to pack things up, and also use it while transferring. While you get settled into the new place, keep using it.
When you begin packing, they’re going to love laying in the empty boxes. They are going to start sensing something’s going on. This can cause them stress. That’s the reason why a lot of experts recommend this.
There are a few different types of therapy that you can use. Give them a try and see what one will work best for your cat.
Keep the Same Daily Routine
While you prepare for your move, you are going to be really busy packing things up as well as cleaning things. While doing this, be sure that you are keeping your cat’s routine the same such as play time, attention and feeding time. If possible, give her some additional care and love. A few additional treats too but in an safe that isn’t as chaotic with lots of food, their litter box and lots of water.
Get a Carrier That’s Safe for the Car
During your move, the cat’s going to be anxious. So you want to make sure that you have a nice, secure character. You also could ask the vet about mild sedatives if you have a really anxious cat.
Bring Favorite & Familiar Things
These are those things that your cat loves and that are going to remind her of her old home. Present these items to the cat once the move’s over. The cat is going to adjust a lot easier when there’re familiar boxes and toys around. They are going to feel at home with these items.
These are four tips that you can use to help your cat have an easier time during a move. Just remember that you want to give them a lot of love and attention and make sure that they have some of their favorite things around them all the time. This is going to help them to be adjusted well to your new home.
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