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Planning and
preparation are necessary when traveling with your kitty. With
careful planning your cat can travel comfortably and safely.
The following is
a list of items your cat may need while traveling:
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Food and Water
Dishes
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Carrier with
identification (check with airlines for proper size if flying)
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Food (small packets
or cans)
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Litter Pan
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Litter
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Several sets of
disposable bedding for carrier (diapers, old towels, absorbent mats,
etc. items you are willing to throw away)
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Trash Sacks
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Collar with name Tag and Rabies
Tag
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Rabies Certificate
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Health certificate
(required for airline and international travel)
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Medications (for
currant conditions)
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For motion sickness
and mild sedation, cats can take 12.5 mg of dimenhydrinate every 8
hours (1/4 of a 50mg tablet of Dramamine)
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2 to 4 weeks
prior to travel, place your cat’s carrier out where she can
explore her temporary housing.
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10 days prior
to travel make an appointment for a health certificate,
microchipping and medication needed for the trip. Copies
of medical history can be obtained at this time.
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On the day of
travel, medication for motion sickness may be administered 30
minutes to an hour before leaving home.
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When you are
ready to leave for your trip, put a disposable liner in the
carrier. Using a disposable liner will allow you to throw away
the liner if your cat has an accident while traveling. Place
your cat in its carrier (make sure that he is wearing a collar
with his nametag attached), empty litter box, and pack the
remaining items in your car. It is best not to put food and
water in the carrier with the cat. All items need to be easily
accessible during your trip.
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While
traveling, your cat should remain in its carrier at all times
during the trip. This will reduce the risk of escape and protect
your cat in case of an accident. It may also be beneficial if
you place a seatbelt around the carrier to minimize slipping.
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DO NOT let
the cat out of the carrier at any time. Leashes/harnesses are
not foolproof, and the safest place for your cat is in the
carrier. If you plan to stop and eat, we suggest eating in the
car or picnicking outside with your cat in her carrier.
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Wait until
you arrive at the hotel to give the cat food or water and
bathroom breaks.
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Once you
arrive at the hotel, place the litter box with fresh litter and
the food and water bowls in the bathroom. Release the cat in the
bathroom and close the door. By leaving your cat in the
bathroom, she will less likely be able to escape. When leaving
the next morning, empty litter box contents in trash bags and
dispose.
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When leaving
the next morning, repeat steps. Remember the litter box is the
last item packed.
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We hope this
information helps you and your kitty have a pleasant and safe trip.
We would love to hear from you after you arrive at your destination.
Please share your experiences with us so we can help others with their
travel plans.
HAVE A GREAT TRIP!
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