Moving a cat with less stress

Moving can be a stressful event for cats and stressful events are of course not nice. That is why it is important to prepare not only yourself, but also the cat well for the move. Also during and after the move, attention for your cat is very important.

Taking a cat to a shelter temporarily

The preparations for a move, the moving day itself and the weeks after the move can be extremely difficult for you as an owner. That is why owners increasingly choose to bring the cat or multiple cats to the temporary shelter well in advance. This way you can let your cat get used to it at your leisure. Strange cats are no problem, because the shelter staff know exactly how to handle them. In this case, chipping your cat is important and is even a requirement at many shelters.

Let your cat get used to it slowly

Cats are stubborn and territorial animals. They have their own routine and hate it when it is disrupted. When you are packing your belongings in moving boxes, it is important to involve your cat in this, because the animals often find this scary. Hide dry food around the boxes so that you can give your cat some attention while packing.

The moving day itself

During the move when you have all the movers in the house it is wise to put the cat in a separate room. Make sure that it has enough food and water and check that all doors and windows are closed properly. Also make sure that you surround the cat with its favorite toys. When you transport the cat by car it is important to give it enough food and water. If necessary, also put some of its favorite toys in its cat basket.

Is your cat used to the new house?

Let your cat get used to your new home for at least two weeks. Most cats will have enough time for this. Have your cats gotten used to the fact that you have moved? Then your cats can go outside again. Give your cat enough time to get used to its new environment so that nothing can go wrong. For example, your cat walks back to the old home or is confused and cannot find the new home. If your cat is chipped, you do not have to worry about this.