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Some cats travel well, but most do not. If you're
moving from one residence to another, your cat will have to travel, too. If you decide to take your
cat with you on a long trip, you will need a sturdy
carrier. If you fly, you must either provide your own,
or rent a carrier from the airline. If you travel by car, a
corrugated cardboard carrier will be uncomfortable
for anything more than a quick trip across town.
You don't want your cat loose in the car. She will
be a driving hazard, and when you stop and open
the door, she may bolt and be difficult or
impossible to retrieve.
Whenever your cat is in the car during warm or
hot weather, keep the air conditioning on. Never
park in the sun when your cat is in the car. Just five
minutes of direct sunlight on a warm day can raise
the temperature inside the car to well over 100
degrees. Your cat could suffer permanent brain
damage, or even die.
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If you choose to travel without your cat, you may
want to engage the services of a full-time cat sitter.
This may be a friend or a family member who knows
and likes your pet, or a professional pet sitter who
will come in twice a day to feed and water the cat.
Your cat won't enjoy your absence, but at least she
will have the comfort of a familiar environment. Your
vet can probably recommend a few good sitters.
Another option is leaving your cat with a friend. Yes,
bring over her feeding dish and water bowl, her Nutro
food, litter box, sleeping pad, and all her playthings.
Tell your friend not to be surprised if your cat
remains invisible for a week or two, coming out only
late at night to silently eat and then disappear again.
Cats can squeeze into narrow openings, under
furniture and behind large appliances, causing great
apprehension for their temporary hosts.
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Most professional boarding facilities accept cats. Get
recommendations from your breeder or vet. Look
for a cattery that is ventilated and lit well, that
provides separate areas for sleeping, exercise, and
eating space, and that will permit your cat to bring
her own bed, toys and food.
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