Walking your cat on a leash can be a genuinely rewarding way to give an indoor cat fresh air, mental stimulation, and quality time with you. But cats are not small dogs, and a successful walk depends almost entirely on the preparation you do beforehand. Rushed introductions and the wrong gear are the two most […]
Sooner or later, most cat owners face a trip that the cat has to come along for. Maybe you’re relocating across the country, heading out on a long vacation, or your apartment is being renovated and the cat can’t stay behind. Whatever the reason, the question is the same: how do you move a cat […]
Flying is one of the most efficient ways to move a cat over a long distance. With careful preparation and a clear understanding of your airline’s pet policy, the process is far less stressful than it first appears. The real work happens before you reach the airport: sorting out the paperwork, choosing a compliant carrier, […]
Travel is almost always stressful for a cat. It isn’t only the hours away from home, the unfamiliar noises, and the strange smells — for many pets, the carrier itself is the real source of dread. Here’s why that fear develops and how to teach your cat to feel calm about the carrier long before […]
Key Takeaways Most passenger railroads that accept pets require cats to ride inside an approved carrier for the entire trip. Policies vary by railroad and even by route, so confirm the rules and any pet fee before you book your ticket. Pet carriers usually count toward your carry-on allowance and must fit under or beside […]
Traveling by car is one of the most convenient ways to move your cat from point A to point B. It’s usually cheaper than flying, and your pet stays with you the whole time instead of riding alone in a cargo hold. That said, driving with a cat isn’t as simple as buckling up and […]
Transporting a cat sounds simple enough: line up the vaccinations and paperwork, pull the carrier down from the closet shelf, and head out the door. Yet plenty of owners arrive at the airport or the boarding platform only to be turned away at the last minute. Rules for traveling with animals change often, and individual […]
