Planning for your big move is exciting, but also incredibly stressful. If you have a pet, then they will likely be as stressed as you. It can be difficult for your pet to adjust to a new environment, especially one that is far from where they used to call home. The long distance drive and unfamiliar setting can cause them feelings of discomfort and confusion. If you are planning on making the big move, here are some tips that will help make moving a more pleasant experience for you and your pet.
1. Contact Your Vet
Before you move to a new neighbourhood, make sure to obtain your pets medical records in advance. It’s important to have copies of their vaccination records, and for them to receive any vaccinations necessary before travel. If your pet has any health conditions, find out if they will worsen during travelling and learn about the treatment. Lastly, ask your vet to provide a mild sedative to ensure they remain calm during travel.
2. Prepare an Overnight Bag
Keep food, water, bowls, medication, and your pets favourite toy with you at all times. Keep things as normal as possible to help your pet feel relaxed and content.
3. Have Someone Else Watch Them During the Move
Ensure to leave your pet with a friend or in a kennel on the day you’re moving out. Your pet doesn’t know what’s going on or why everything is moving to a different location, so it will be too stressful if you keep them in the middle of all the action.
4. Update Their Tag
Before you arrive to your new destination, update your pet’s identification tags and secure them to their collar.
5. Drive with your pet
Don’t leave your pet with the moving company! Driving with your pet will make them feel more comfortable. Remember to plan ahead for any special carriers and items your pets may need for transportation, as well as bathroom and water breaks.
6. Prepare for air travel
If you are travelling by plane, learn in advance about the rules and regulations for air travel so you can prepare and decide what options are best for you and your
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If you are travelling by plane, learn in advance about the rules and regulations for air travel so you can prepare and decide what options are best for you and your pet.

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