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During your cat's life, you will need to travel by car with him on many occasions: traveling, visiting the vet, leaving the cat with a friend, etc.
What is certain is that cats do not like to leave their habitat at all and tend to get stressed and have a hard time. Discover the recommendations for traveling by car with a cat of the Animal Expert.
Accustom your cat from a puppy
This is advice that can apply to almost all animals, although it is clear that in some cases it is impossible as they were adopted as adults. Even so, the tutor should not give up, the education of a pet can be more difficult at this stage, but it is equally necessary.
Cats don't take change at all well. Being transported in a small moving cabin, over which they have no control, is an agent producing extreme stress. However, if your cat is still a baby, you can use a few tricks to get him used to it, as he is easier to handle.
Follow these steps:
- put the puppy in the shipping company, trying to make it comfortable.
- Put it in the car and drive just 5 minutes without getting anywhere in particular.
- Before letting the cat out, reward him with treats.
- Repeat the procedure a few times trying to make the trip relaxed and smooth. This way, you will avoid linking car transport with visiting the veterinarian.
Advice for traveling by car with cats
Trying to get cats used to kittens is a good option. However, if you do not have this possibility or if the task is not being easy, following these indications can help:
- Avoid feeding your cat two hours before traveling. If the cat has an empty stomach before starting the trip, we will avoid stomach upset and dizziness or vomiting during the trip. This makes your stress worse.
- Use a secure, fixed carrier. If the cat travels safely and does not move, it will avoid dizziness, malaise or escape through the vehicle which could lead to accidents.
- The cat does not leave the carrier during the journey. We recommend that, throughout the journey, try not to take the cat out of the carrier if you make any stops. If you encourage the animal to leave unconcernedly and it accede or if you pull it by the collar, keep in mind that they are animals that are not used to walking down the street. You can let him out to stretch his legs, but be very careful if they are in an area with vehicles. Whenever he behaves well, offer a reward.
- Provide food, water and be aware of your needs. If you are going on a very long journey, we recommend that you stop approximately once an hour and offer some water. You can take a sandbox in your car and let it go out to do your own thing. It is only recommended to feed your cat if it does not vomit on travel.
- Affection and fun. A good trip includes fun. In order for your cat to be more receptive to travelling, we recommend that you give it a few pets from time to time, reward it for its good behavior and pay attention. Put his favorite toy and a soft floor at his disposal.
serious cases
If traveling with your cat is a real nightmare as he vomits and suffers, the best advice we can give is that consult your veterinarian. He may prescribe some medication that will help you to calm down.
Do not force your cat into an extremely uncomfortable situation, seek help from professionals and educators who can advise a solution for these serious cases.
