Tips for Moving With Pets
At Hudler Homes, we love our furry friends! If you have a big move coming up, don’t forget to work your pet into the plans to make the process smoother. Moving with a family pet may seem like a stressful endeavor, but it’s actually easier than you might think. We’ve rounded up a few helpful tips to make moving or relocating with your family pet easier on everyone. Keep reading to learn more!
Let Pets Adjust Early
If you have a dog or cat that doesn’t like change or can be skittish in new environments, it’s helpful to let them start adjusting early. Bring moving boxes into your home and set them up a couple of days prior to the actual move. When you start packing up boxes, be sure not to disrupt their environment too much and leave their favorite toys or areas intact until right before the move.
The Day Of
If possible, leave your cat or dog at a friend or family member’s house during the move. This will ensure that they do not get scared and try to make a quick getaway while the doors are open during the move. If it’s not possible to have them leave the house, then be sure to leave them in a quiet, peaceful room with the door closed during the move.
Consider Transportation Logistics
Most cats are accustomed to some time spent in a crate, especially to visit a vet. If your animal is not, then it might be helpful to introduce a crate before the big move happens. Try practicing around the house by having your cat get into the crate before any action needs to happen. On the day of the actual move, they will be less likely to put up a fight and get in their crate.
Pet-Proof Your New Space
Keep in mind that your pet has had a year (or years) to adjust to their “home” before this big move. This new space is foreign territory and they will likely get into every nook and cranny to learn more about their new environment. Be sure to “pet-proof” your new home by eliminating unsafe areas. Tuck away cords, secure all the windows and ensure that poisonous pest traps are removed from anywhere in the house.
Give Them Time
Any new move is going to be an adjustment, not just for you but for your entire family. Give your pets the space they need to adjust to their new surroundings. It may be helpful to close all the doors and allow them to adjust to one room at a time, so as not to get overwhelmed.
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