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Need info on traveling with my cat in a car.
I'm going to be moving 14 hours away from my home in a few months. I have never traveled this long of a distance with a cat and want to know what I need to do to make her comfortable. Like I said this is probably going to be a 14 hr trip so my main concern is what about her using the litter box? At home she usually uses the litter box every couple of hours. So do I need a large crate that can fit her litter box in it? The next concern is that she hates riding in a car. The longest trip we have taken was 1 hr and she didn't stop freaking out. I have to keep her calm so she doesn't aggrivate her medical issues. Is there something I can give her or do to help her stay calm? Maybe something to keep her cool. She is a persian and just going to the vet she pants(I don't know if that might be stress). Let me know what I need for a trip like this.
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Boo Bear
on Jul 26th 2011
in Car Travel
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My kittens have never had an issue in the car as long as they're in the seat next to me and have cold air on them. I just have them both in one crate and put a few toys in them as well and when I stop at a gas station or somewhere else I give them time to eat and drink and use the litter box. I wouldn't be concerned with getting a crate large enough to put the litter box in as long as you make stops every 2-3 hours.
Try getting her to associate the crate with good things. Like when she goes in the crate without a hassle give her praises and treats.
Also, have you considered maybe getting her hair shaved or cut by a professional groomer before you leave to help so that she won't get hot in the car ride?
I hope I helped some.
Take care and good luck with moving!
Moon
answered on 7/27/11.
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