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Hello all -
Not sure if I'm more concerned about stressing my little girls or me, but we are considering a relocation from the right to left coast. I've started reading the great posts here (theCatSite ROCKS!) and have already gathered some tips that will help. I've not, however, come across threads about long-distance relocations that weigh options such as flying (quicker, less work, more risks) v. driving (more control / safer, but obviously much longer).
I'm just starting to gather thoughts so everything is subject to change, but here are some I'm working with or considering.
Appreciate any thoughts anyone might have about the above.
Be well and stay safe!
Not sure if I'm more concerned about stressing my little girls or me, but we are considering a relocation from the right to left coast. I've started reading the great posts here (theCatSite ROCKS!) and have already gathered some tips that will help. I've not, however, come across threads about long-distance relocations that weigh options such as flying (quicker, less work, more risks) v. driving (more control / safer, but obviously much longer).
I'm just starting to gather thoughts so everything is subject to change, but here are some I'm working with or considering.
- Like many others’ furballs, our girls hate even short road trips; one of them will tolerate somewhat and not totally freak out; the other essentially goes ballistic.
- I’ve never had to use anything to “calm” my kitties, but am open to it if it’s safe and helps.
- If flying: I’ve read horror stories of kitties getting lost going through TSA checkpoints (where they come out of their carriers) and getting lost in airports. This freaks me out, especially with the one that will not just let me hold her when she’s scared—can almost guarantee she’d squirm free.
- If driving:
- Will (based on tip found here) have them in a large cage that takes the entire back of a large SUV. There they can have their bed, food/water (at least when we stop) litterbox, etc.
- We’d probably have 2 or 3 drivers, so thinking non-stop driving, so no hotel stops.
- Either way: Prior to the relocation will have shipped their favorite toys, beds, blankets, a litterbox, etc., so when we arrive the girls transition room will have things familiar to them.
Appreciate any thoughts anyone might have about the above.
Be well and stay safe!