If we were moving with cats in soft carriers, how do we deal with the litter box situation? Do we keep a litter box close by and let the cats out of their carriers in the car so that they can use the litter box and then put them back in the carriers?
Help?
2007-09-27 17:43:13 · 5 answers · asked by Ihaveaquestion 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
BTW: One of my cats had a UTI infection once and I don't want him to have to hold it in just in case it comes back!!
2007-09-27 17:49:34 · update #1
Get a large dog size carrier and put your kitties in there with the food/water dishes strapped to the door and a litter box in the back.
That way they can just relax and eat drink and eliminate without ever leaving the large carrier
2007-09-27 17:48:56 · answer #1 · answered by chicki 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
They may not use litter boxes in the car, I guess it depends on how big the car is and just how much they want to go. Cats usually don't want to go where they sleep/eat.
You can get them used to being on leashes and take them out on leash to use sand or dirt or mulch or set out a disposable litter box (any kind of shallow cardboard box will usually do) as long as you are stopped in a very quiet area where they have plenty of privacy.
You can use your regular litter box but you may not want to travel with a dirty one so cardboard is a good way to go.
These work really well because the cats can wear them (without the leash) inside their carriers and you have something to hold onto if they decide to bolt.
http://www.metpet.com/
If you haven't already, you may want to consider micro chipping them just in case.
2007-09-27 20:42:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scared cats can hold it forever. But, yes. Everytime you are going to stop, put out a clean litter box and let them out of the carriers. Be very careful when you open the door to the car. An escaped cat will cause you great distress. If you stop for the night, take them inside and set out a clean litter box again. They will use it if they have to.
2007-09-27 17:47:25 · answer #3 · answered by Dan H 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I moved 800 miles, by myself, with a large dog, my five cats, and my inlaws' evil kitty. LOL Many stores now sell the disposable litter boxes; depending on how far you are going, buy a few of these for the drive. I needed three for mine; and I stopped every 3-4 hours to feed/water/exercise the animals. Now I had the dog; I had to stop, take her out to do her business (which she never did the whole friggin' trip LOL) and walk her around; then I had to get back in the van with her, close the doors, and let the cats out to take care of their business (I also put a LITTLE dry food and water out for them at these times, as well as for the dog). My trip was overnight; I parked at a rest stop to curl up in back and sleep, and during this time the cats were let out for the whole night, with a litter box accessible (again, also dry food and water). While driving, please keep the cats contained; I made the mistake of leaving my noisy boy free, and before I could blink I had him dashboard-surfing right in front of me. Not fun at 70 miles per hour. For your safety and theirs, keep them penned up when you're driving!!!
2007-09-27 17:50:15 · answer #4 · answered by purrfectpals5 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
YOu need to let the out occsionally. You could do what I did. Leash train them and take them for a short walk every couple of hours to let them use the "facilities"
2007-09-27 17:47:30 · answer #5 · answered by Deborah S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋