There are ways to make the trip safer for you and your pet.Use a pet cage to get the cat used to it.To keep your cat stimulated at the end of a day of travel, take food, water, a leash, litter box, first aid materials, and enough cat toys.You can have a successful trip in the car with your cat with a little planning and effort.
Step 1: You should have supplies in your car.
A variety of supplies are required when traveling with your cat.When you take breaks and when you get to your destination, these supplies include items that you will use in the car.You will need a cage cat bed, a bowl, water, and a litter box.
Step 2: You should have a first aid kit in your car.
The kit has bandages, gauze and antiseptic cream.In case of an emergency, you should write down your vet's phone number, the number of a poison control hotline, and the location of your animal hospital.You can use your cell phone to program these numbers.Before the trip, speak to your vet if you're worried about your cat.If your cat has a bad reaction to any medication, it's a good idea to try it out at home.
Step 3: Get your cat used to being indoors.
If you want to make traveling in a cage more comfortable, you should let your cat get used to it.If you are going to travel by car, put it in your home and let your cat explore it for a few days.To get your cat used to the closed door, close it for a minute or two as it becomes more comfortable with its cage.Put a blanket or cat bed in the cage that has your cat's scent on it.The space will be more comfortable for the cat.
Step 4: You can practice using a leash.
Before you go on a trip, use a leash on your cat.Try to walk your cat around your home for a while and then take it outside on a leash once it gets used to it.The leash won't come as a surprise to the cat when you're traveling because of this practice.You can attach the leash to the cat's collar.If it fights the leash too much, you can get a body harness.
Step 5: If necessary, Medicate your cat.
If your cat is not good in the car, you may need to medicate it to keep it calm.Motion sickness is one of the causes of some of these behaviors.Your cat might benefit from prescription or over-the-counter medications if you travel.The directions on the medication packaging can be followed.If you want the cat to be calm before the trip begins, you will want to start the medication early.
Step 6: Put your cat in a cage.
If you're driving, make sure the cat doesn't get in your way by putting it in a cage or carrying case.If a cat gets into the driver's lap, gets frightened, or becomes excited, it can be dangerous.Make sure the cage is large enough for your cat to stand up and stretch out.Place something soft in the cage for the cat to lie on.The inside of your car should not be too warm or too cold.
Step 7: Put the cage in the car.
If you put your cat in the cage, make sure to secure it with one of the seat belts.If you have to stop suddenly or get into an accident, this will help protect your cat.
Step 8: Give your cat water.
At rest stops, fill your cat's water bowl and give it a chance to drink.It's important to give your cat frequent access to water because they can become dehydrated easily if they eat dry food.It's not a good idea to give your cat water while the car is moving.It will get all over the place.
Step 9: It's a good idea to let your cat out of the car every two hours.
It's a good idea to stretch your legs every couple hours while you're in the car.If possible, let the cat look for loose dirt or sand to encourage it to defecate or urinate.If there are no sandy spots or your cat is particular about litter, set up a small litter box and try to have it use it while you are stopped.It's better to let your cat go to the bathroom in a few minutes than it is to have an accident in the car.
Step 10: Don't leave your cat in the car.
It's dangerous to leave a pet in a car.If it gets too hot in your car, you can endanger your cat's health by leaving it alone for a few minutes.If the temperature is too hot, don't leave your cat in a car.If the temperature is warm and you can't avoid leaving your cat, park in the shade and leave the windows open to allow air circulation, but not so wide that it can escape or get its head caught.A cat can die if left in a hot car.
Step 11: Food can be offered on the cat's schedule.
After you arrive at your destination, arrange your cat's main meal.You should feed it at a time that is close to when it normally eats.When you arrive at your nightly destination, be sure to set up the litter box because cats' bowels are stimulated by food.
Step 12: Take your cat for a walk at the end of the day.
On your trip, take cat toys or a laser pointer to get the cat to play at the end of the day.If your cat is confined in a cage for most of the day, it's important for it to move around and get exercise.If you are going on a multi-day trip with your cat, this is important.