Safe Ship Moving Services: How to Move with Cats and Dogs

Safe Ship Moving Services on Moving with Cats and Dogs

Few events in your life can be as stressful as moving, says Safe Ship Moving Services. Add your furry friends into the mix, and everyone's blood pressure, including your pets', will most likely rise.

It's up to you to get your cats and dogs ready for the move and help them acclimate once they arrive. Safe Ship Moving Services says moving should be approached with a simple understanding: Pets are precious cargo, too.

Prepare for the move.

Cats and dogs know a lot about you and notice when you are stressed out, says Safe Ship Moving Services. If you misplace the scissors while packing and throw a fit, this will add to your pet's anxiety. Set an example by staying calm.

Packing up everything at once is likely to make your pets anxious, so start the process early and stretch it out over several days or weeks. Take breaks from packing to allow your pets to keep their routines.

The move will be a new and scary experience for your pets. But there are a few ways to make them more comfortable. If your pets will be moving in a kennel, encourage them to sleep in it a few days before the trip and reward them with treats, Safe Ship Moving Services says. Have them spend some time in their kennel while you are around.

Once they get used to the crate, try using it to take them on short trips around your neighborhood. 

The big day

While you're packing up your house, consider sending your pets away, says Safe Ship Moving Services. The flurry of activity might cause them to get worked up or even escape out the front door. Drop them off at cat daycare or board them with a veterinarian.

From your pet's perspective, moving day is filled with unfamiliar voices, strange noises, and some commotion, notes Safe Ship Moving Services.

Hire a professional

It may seem like a splurge, but a professional mover makes a lot of sense for logistically difficult moves.

Pet movers generally offer a variety of services, including personally transporting your pets by car or arranging the best route on a commercial flight. They can also navigate tricky situations like flight regulations and quarantine procedures.

Acclimate to a new home

Don't give up now. You may feel relieved when you arrive at your new home, but for your pets, it is a completely different world. There are smells, sights, and sounds to discover. Unpack all their belongings first and set them in an area of the house where they can feel safe. A move is a big deal for your pets, especially if it's accompanied by an extended break from their usual routine and a long journey, says Safe Ship Moving Services.

Introduce your dogs to the new neighborhood with walks, allowing them to stop and sniff around. For anxious pets, please keep them in their crates when you leave until you are comfortable allowing them to roam around. Pets with separation anxiety may require extra attention.

If your pets seem somewhat sad or uninterested in their new surroundings, give them some time, says Safe Ship Moving Services. Chances are, they will eventually come around on their terms.

Safe Ship Moving Services is a fully licensed and bonded interstate household goods moving broker. Whether people are moving nearby or across the country, its comprehensive suite of services meets diverse relocation needs. The company specializes in corporate relocations, long-distance moves, and military transfers and showcases its versatility and unwavering commitment to unique requirements. More on the company's offerings here.