Hello,
I hope you are having a wonderful week.
Moving itself can be stressful let alone with a dog or a cat. Many buyers forget when moving to a new place and taking family pets with them, it’s very important that the transition is smooth for not only you but your pet. Here are some things you can do to ensure your pets are taken care of before, during and after the move.
Things you can do before the move:
Visit the vet
Find a pet sitter
Familiarize your cat or dog with transportation
Pack essential supplies
List of essential items:
- meds and medical history
- telephone number of your old and new vet
- bottles with water and pet food
- can opener and spoon
- feeder and water bowls
- familiar blanket, basket, or bedding
- favourite toys
- grooming tools
- for dogs: collar and leash
- for cats: litter and litter box
- poop bags
- enzymatic cleaner and paper towels
How to make the actual moving days as easy as possible for your animals:
Be reassuring and attentive
Let’s start with the most important tip: check in on your pet regularly throughout the day and give plenty of attention and reassurance.
Put on a collar and ID tag
Take the pet to the sitter
Find a safe location
If leaving your animal with a pet sitter isn’t an option, keep your pet in a quiet and safe space away from the activity.
Tips for helping them to settle in:
Create a safe, secluded space
Set up an enclosed, quiet area or room where your pet can relax and calm down after the move.
Put up furniture and objects they are used from the old home first.
Set up their familiar feeder and drinking bowl.
Set up their familiar bedding or basket and layout their favourite toys.
Stick to your pet’s feeding and walking routine.
Pet-proof the new home and garden
Let them explore
Update your pet’s information
Bring things that smell like home
Meet with your new veterinarian
Find a local dog park
Give them extra attention
Bonus tip:
When you buy moving boxes, assemble and display them in the old home. This way, your pet can become familiar with the boxes, which will help to prepare for the move and reduce their stress and anxiety.
If you have anymore questions about how to make the move as smooth as possible. Send us a message we would be happy to hear from you!