With the sudden increase in activity and relocation to an entirely new living space, moving is stressful for pets. Taking precautions before the moving company arrives will simplify the transition and help them adjust to the change.

4 Tips for Moving With Pets

1. Pack an Overnight Bag

In addition to packing a bag of essentials for yourself, include a few of your pet’s favorite toys, treats, and a blanket. Animals tend to calm down around familiar sights and smells, so they’ll feel more comfortable surrounded by their belongings. You also won’t have to dig through the boxes for their food and bowls.

2. Call Your Current Vet

Ask for all of the records and prescriptions your vet has on file for your pet. Store these documents in a folder and keep them in an accessible place. You don’t want to scramble for the information if anything happens during the transition.

3. Arrange for a Sitter

Rather than locking your pet in a vacant room, ask a friend, family member, or boarding facility to watch them for the day. This keeps your furry friend from getting underfoot and allows them to avoid stress resulting from having the moving company on the premises.

4. Transition Slowly

Wait to pick up your pet until the boxes are unloaded from the truck and the moving company has left. Stay close throughout their first introduction to the property, and have them on a leash to keep them from running away. Set up their carrier or crate in a quiet, empty corner of the home, so they aren’t enclosed by boxes.

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