Black Thorne

How can I make my cat comfortable in the car?

When i first got him I used a box that had some holes, he quickly grew to dislike and fear the box. Also he grew out of it, Last year we had to move further away from the vet so now the car ride is 2x-3x longer. I don't want to switch vet as the people there are awesome, but i must do something. This last time i put him in my lap and wrapped my jacket around us both. he mostly kept his head down, with one eye poking out. I know its not safe for me to hold him in my arms when my dad is driving. Like what if we got in an accident. But i don't have the heart to stick him in a caring crate as he would be a lot more fearful. Do you have any idea?

Also it seems the sudden assault of smells scares him more than the visual. Is there anything i can do for that as well?


Asked by Black Thorne on Feb 27th 2011 Tagged help, carrier, vet, car, driving, fear, case, safety, accident, prevention in Pet Products
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Put things that smell like your house and him in
the crate with him.
His favorite food, favorite toys, his bed, cat treats, etc.
(Don't put food in the crate with him on the way to the vet unless the vet says it's OK for
him to eat.)


Member 1030726 answered on 5/10/11. Helpful? Yes/Helpful: No 0 Report this answer