He travels well in the car. Has been on numerous flights w/o problems but never more than 4 hrs in the car. Not sure of best solutions concerning feeding, litter box, etc.
2006-07-19 14:01:25 · 7 answers · asked by jreppond55 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Thanks to all.
Henry ( my cat ) will be traveling in the back seat in a crew cab truck. It has a camper but I feel it would be too hot. I do have a travel case that has seat belt loops and a backpack carrier. I was unsure of feeding and watering. I do have meds from the vet but have never had to use them,
Thanks for the microchip idea. I will do that. He has a halter and leash, but hates the leash, of course.
Sincere thanks to all.
2006-07-19 15:11:49 · update #1
Returning to TX after 9 mo work assignment.
2006-07-19 15:13:17 · update #2
Does he have to go with you? Sounds like it'll be torture for him if he hasn't ever been in the car more than 4 hrs. Perhaps you could find a neighbor who would sit him?
2006-07-19 14:05:41 · answer #1 · answered by Bluealt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as there is ample room in the vehicle you should be ok. My sister traveled for 3 months with her cat on a see the usa thing a few years ago. You do need to have a small litter box either behind a seat on the floor, in the back of a pick up truck with a cap on it, or in the way back of whatever suv you will be driving. Cats unlike dogs do not go when the car stops for gas or a potty break for humans. Also..water should be available at all times too. You can usually rig something up to sit on the opposite side of floor from litter box.. try to get a bottle like rabbits use.. just work with the cat proir to leaving to be sure it will use a bottle. Food can be given just twice a day at your hotel stops or can be left out with the water in the vehicle. You should keep a harness or collar on the cat at all times and you should think about microchipping it as well if you have not already done so.
2006-07-19 14:14:13 · answer #2 · answered by lovebug 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First call your local vet to see if there is anything special to do for your cat. The vet will probably give you some medication to help your cat relax. I moved from Denver, CO to Kentucky with my cat and it is very Stressful. Be sure to place a towel in the bottom of your cat's travel crate. (The vet will tell you the appropriate crate/carrier size for your cat.) The towel will soak up urine if the kitty has an accident. Make sure the car has a litter box, food and plenty of water. (My cat carrier has a clip on water dish and food bowl - so the cat can eat and drink when he wants to.) (Sunlight through the windows of the car may dehydrate the cat). Also make frequent stops (rest areas) to check on the kitty. This provides the kitty with reassurance and a chance to use his litter box. If the vet gives the cat medicine for relaxation, the cat may sleep most of the trip (but be sure to check on him). Good luck and have a wonderful trip!
2006-07-19 14:16:52 · answer #3 · answered by bksrgreat 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way to travel with a cat is as follows.1.) make sure that the crate that you place them in in large enough that they can walk around, have a small litter box placed in it, add baking soda to help with the smell. You can go to pet smart and they have food dishes and spill proof water bowls. Make sure that your cat has a favorite toy and blanket or mat in it. 2.) You may want to ask your vet to give you a sedative just in case it becomes too stressed out, the sedative will act like a Valium and will keep your cat calm. 3.) Make sure that your cat has identification tags so if she gets loose and is picked up by a good Samaritan or an animal control agency they will be able to get into contact with you. Make sure that a number that you can be reached at is tagged on the cat. 90% of non- tagged animals are not returned to their owners. 4.) Bring with you a copy of the cats shots and vet records along with a photograph to ID the cat. 5.) Have a lot of fun with your cat, cats are curious by nature so keep a good eye on it. I have traveled from California to North Carolina on numerous occasions and I do all of the above with a cat and two dogs. Be safe traveling and have a great trip. Good Luck!
2006-07-19 14:23:34 · answer #4 · answered by angelsforanimals 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh my gosh.I made the same trip. I live in Texas and my fiancee lived in California. We drove from the Bay Area to Aggie country with four cats in the truck with us.
It went well. We set up a litterbox in the back of the truck and had big jugs containing water and food. We made frequent stops to offer the cats water and food. They did not eat much though. It was as if they had just shut down during the trip. The cats were loose in the truck, not very safe, but the truck was a well made sturdy Ford and we were towing a Uhaul. They were loose, but found hidey holes among the luggage and stayed there. We also brought kitty drugs in case they were overly fearful but we didn't need them.
We also put harnesses on them which made grabbing them easier.
We spent two nights sleeping in the truck at truck stops, but the third night we found a motel which accepted cats.
Grin. One of our cats did not want to leave the room and get back in the truck.
Good luck :)
2006-07-19 14:29:04 · answer #5 · answered by Matilda 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've moved to Alaska from Texas with my cats, had a camper though, you could get a medium crate and put it in the back seat, from their safety,and for them to run to. And put a litter box in the back floorboard , I had mild tranquilizers from the vet too, just in case.
2006-07-19 14:06:52 · answer #6 · answered by Pyewacketcat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MY DAUGHTER HAS 2 CATS, WE STOP EVERY 3-4 HOURS, SET OUT THEIR LITTER BOX,
THEY DRINK AND EAT IN THE CAR,
IF TAMED LET THEM LOOSE IN THE CAR.
IF NOT, USE KITTY CARRIER
THEY'LL B OK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-07-19 14:36:15 · answer #7 · answered by bobby-bob 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋