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Would you like to know if you can travel with your cat? You’re at the right place.
We’ve found that Pet-friendly holidays are more popular than ever. And this comes as no surprise. After all, we spent months in lockdown a few years ago and grew closer than ever to our furry friends. And they’ve grown closer to us while we were more at home than away! So yes, we want to take them along on holiday! But can we?
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International Cat Day – Every year on August 8th, cat lovers around the globe celebrate the charm, companionship, and quirky joy that our feline friends bring into our lives.
Taking Rover on a family holiday is a lot easier than taking Whiskers. Dogs love to explore, but in the life of a cat, familiarity is the number one priority for a happy, stress-free, and healthy life. This is what the experts say…
They love routine, and it’s seldom easy to stick to his/her routine while you have many places to see and things to do while on holiday.
Dr. Matthew McCarthy of Juniper Valley Animal Hospital in Queens, New York, said: “Cats are very territorial creatures and spend lots of time setting up their territory. They do this through marking behaviors (those scratches on your couch or moldings aren’t just a critique of your style) and by other ritualistic behaviors—studies show cats generally have places where they can predictably be found at various times of day, like a schedule. As such, taking them out of this well-honed territory can be very stressful.”
However, if you’re still set to take your fluffball on a road trip, the following few pointers will go a long way to reduce the holiday anxiety for your cat.
Besides a reliable carrier, portable litter, and plenty of food, your cat will need comfort items.
And no, I’m not referring to “mice-cream”!
Let’s have a look at the do’s and don’ts of traveling with your cat on a long-distance trip.
The cat camera collar can be fitted around your cat’s neck, or on your backpack as a sports recording. Another use is to wear it on your wrist to track movements and take notes at any time. In addition, the built-in magnet allows you to attach it to any place with iron. Its use is super versatile, like a home security camera, nanny cam, action camera, etc.
Stress is not only bad for the human race, but it is just as bad for Whiskers. And unfortunately, traveling is a common trigger for stress. Mind you, in some humans too!
We even squeeze in some shopping before we go. Don’t we just love to shop for our upcoming holiday? But in this case, it’s not a matter of how one size fits all. Shop for yourself, but not for Whiskers.
Whiskers will be far more comfortable with his/her everyday belongings from home than fabulous new mouse toys or any other newbie. S/he will feel less disrupted on the road. Familiar smells can help to keep Whiskers calm.
Dr. Jess Kirk of Vet Explains Pets said, “A stressed cat is more prone to health issues during your travels and even once you are safely back at home.”
“Many people have asked us how we’ve gotten our cats so comfortable with road travel and being in a vehicle in general. Watch this video for our top 6 tips for preparing your cat for a road trip. These steps are not only helpful before a move or vacation, but also before a trip to the vet.” – Geographically Free
Happy Holidays!
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Do you travel with your cat, or are you planning your first feline-friendly getaway? Share your tips, stories, or questions in the comments below—and let’s make every trip a purrfect adventure together!
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