I'll be flying with my cat this week for the first time. I'm moving from Chicago to California. I'm really scared and i don't know how he is going to act. What if he "meows" the during the flight!! He will be in the plane with me (under the seat). Has anyone traveled with their pet before? How did it go?
2006-07-30 09:46:37 · 8 answers · asked by dinasleon 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Take your cat to the vet before you fly out to get a sedative for him. That will make the trip easier on both of you - he will sleep the whole time, and you will not have to worry about him making noise. Just check on him occasionally to make sure he's still doing fine. That's what we did with our dogs when we flew all the way from St. Louis to Japan, and it went fine. :)
2006-07-30 09:50:40 · answer #1 · answered by Julia L. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Invest in a good quality cat carrier. The rigid plastic type with metal fittings is the most durable and most easily cleaned. If you are traveling by air, be sure to follow the airline’s specifications regarding carrier size. A towel or fleece pad in the carrier will keep things cozy. Because a nervous cat may soil its carrier, you should always carry paper towels, extra bedding, and a small garbage bag in the event the carrier needs to be cleaned.
Cats often travel best on an empty stomach. Withhold food for about 6-10 hours prior to travel to prevent the cat from vomiting or having a bowel movement. Allow access to water until departure time. Some medical conditions may make fasting unsafe: therefore, discuss this with the veterinarian.
Most cats do not need to be sedated for travel. The exception is the cat that becomes so panicked when placed in a carrier that he may injure himself. If sedation is needed, give the prescribed amount 1&1/2 to 2 hours before traveling.
I strongly suggest that your cat wear some form of identification while traveling. Prepare a collar with a tag listing your name and phone number where you (or a friend /relative) can be reached in case you become separated from your cat. If the cat is lost, be sure to contact all shelters and humane societies in the area. In the event of unexpected travel, a simple collar can be made out of masking tape folded in half and important information written with a permanent marker.
2006-07-30 17:01:10 · answer #2 · answered by confusedbuthappy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, they normally will not allow a cat on the plane unless they go into the cargo bay. Some will allow them if you pay for a full class fare to sit in the seat next to you but not very many will.
If you are worried ask the vet to give you something to sedate your cat during the trip.
2006-07-30 16:50:58 · answer #3 · answered by rltouhe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. About 8 years ago, we travelled with our cat from Hawaii to North Carolina. She was on a plane for about 12 hours, and she was fine the whole time.
2006-07-30 16:49:30 · answer #4 · answered by DiRtAlLtHeWaY 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought my 5 dogs from the UK to CA. I was more upset and worried than they were! Just make sure that your cat is happy in his carrier and pop in a couple of toys and a tshirt of yours. Good luck
2006-07-30 16:53:01 · answer #5 · answered by mips1970 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have...my cat yoweled the whole time, i don't reccomend bringing her onboard, people will act like your abusing the cat. to make it worse there was someone who was allergic to cats on the plane and he was VERY loud and upset about her being there...
2006-07-30 16:50:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very often they behave themselves, but they will often urinate in their kennel, just to warn you...If your cat is normally good in a kennel he should be just fine. Just talk to him in a calm, quiet voice and let him know you're there and everything's fine.
2006-07-30 16:55:19 · answer #7 · answered by Robin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your vet maybe you can get her a sedative.
2006-07-30 16:50:05 · answer #8 · answered by gnomes31 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋