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Travelling with Children is bad enough, tons of preparation needed, even if you do that well, it can still go wrong and be stressed out. However for many, it is even more stress full travelling with your beloved pet.
I have many times voyaged with my pets, yet I can only recommend it when it is totally necessary. Only when I cannot uncover a cat sitter for me at the house. It is not easy relying on your friends and family, especially for dog walking. You normally feel bad about burdening them, what are their views about you, particularly if it is not a reciprocal deal, where you do not do the same for them. It is much better if you are using a skilled such as a London Pet Sitter, as they are always on hand. But if none of these options are around, how do I voyage with cats?
Cats are creatures of routine and feel most at home in their own normal household. Some cats love travelling more than others, but usually it upsets cats. What must I do to keep this to a minimum? Here are some tips to make the trip the least distressful for cats as possible, whilst keeping him as safe as possible, the highest priority.
Get ready prior to leaving home, stock up on a few key supplies to make the trip successful for you and your cat. Ensure your cat has a collar with an ID tag, so if he is lost, he can be found and identified. My cats are micro chipped, but I still do this, even when they are at home, am I obsessed? At all times have a lead with you, in case you need it while travelling, but don’t connect it to your cat’s collar until you need to. Have a cat travel carrier to keep your cat in while in the car. This is for his and your safety, it might be nice to have him, but his freedom could cause an accident, or if there is an accident, unlike you with your seat belts, he won’t be constrained. Guarantee that the cat travel carrier is secured. It’s better to be safe than sorry.
I suggest as larger cat carrier as you can fit into your car, ideally with a cushion or oversized cat bed inside to give the cat something to sleep in. Depending on your car and where you are putting the cat crate, you may need an independent fan for the crate. If the trip is long, he will tire and finally get some sleep at some point. If there is room in the carrier, placing a cardboard box in there as well is a good idea. Cats love boxes, so having one will give him something to hide in when disturbed.
Make sure you have your cats favourite food and water. Ideally a small lidded food bowl and water dish to give your cat when stopping at a rest stop. You want to keep the cat healthy, so stop every hour or so to give some water. A litter box is also needed for long trips. The box should be covered on all sides except the one facing you. If it isn’t, you can use towels. This will help stop your cat becoming upset by the passing cars and noises.
It will soothe your cat if you can talk to him whilst travelling. If you are alone, have her on the front seat, facing you. At least now with mobile phones, people don’t think you are weird talking to your self, anyway who cares what they think, they are less important than my cat.
Following this will hopefully give you and your cat a happy holiday!