Moving with Cats and Dogs

Pets are very environment sensitive, so a move can and is just as hard on them as it is on you. Here are some tips on how to make moving with pets easier on both you and them:

• During the packing and moving process, continue on your normal routine with your pet(s).
  
• If the animal stays primarily indoors, you may want to have him stay at another persons home for the most hectic days of the move.
  
• Cats: Cats are very attached to their environments and they may have the most difficult time leaving their home. Bring some items the cats familiar with so the move isn't such a drastic change and your pet will adapt to its new environment more easily. If your cat stays primarily outdoors, watch him the first few times he ventures outdoors to be sure he's comfortable with his environment.
  
• Dogs: Dogs are much better at adapting to their new surroundings, so you will not need to take as much special care as with cats. When you move into your new home, take your dog for a quick walk to let him know his boundaries and to explore his new environment.