My cat jus had kittens but im movin out in a 2days time how do i move them, and were do i put dem ?

Question

My cat jus had kittens but im movin out in a 2days time how do i move them, and were do i put dem ?

Answer 1

If there's any way to postpone your move until the kittens are 8 weeks old and can find new homes, then do it.

Otherwise, I'd recommend getting some kind of secure cat carrier with room enough for mama and babies. Hopefully your relationship with your cat is good enough that she will let you handle the kittens to put them in the carrier.

When you get to your new apartment/house, find a quiet, private place for the brood and give them some space.

Answer 2

You can buy a cat carrier at a pet store.  But make sure you get a big one so all the kittens can fit in there with their mommy.  Put down a blanket or something.  Make sure there is water and food if you are traveling far.  Any pet store employee will help you.  

Answer 3

I've had to transport (so far) two queens that just gave birth to my house from the cat shelter that I volunteer for.

What you honestly need is a cat carrier. It doesn't have to be big, but it can't be too small either. Just because you will be driving sensibly doesn't mean everyone else will. So do this as a precaution to stupid drivers.

Wait until the last day that you will be moving out and make sure they are the last things you move. Make sure the carrier is lined with fluffy and soft bedding. You can pick up a few baby blankets which work well here. Wash your hands first; kittens at this are so fragile and are very susceptible to a lot of things. Place mommy in first and make sure she gets to the back, followed by one kitten at a time. Close the gate and make sure everything on the carrier is super secure. You don't want the carrier to bust open once you lift it up. The mommy kitty will generally be anxious and so to prevent this and the kittens from getting a chill; get a long and wide blanket/towel and drape it over the carrier, covering the holes on the sides and the front grate. Once you get into the car, you can lift the blanket up some so mommy can get a little air, but try to prevent air flow.

That's what I did for both of the queens I had to take home, and it worked fine. I don't suggest an open box because if your queen gets scared, she might hop out. And that is a recipe for disaster.

Good luck.

Answer 4

awe, good for you for being concerned.  put them and the momma cat in a large, ventilated container. when you take them to your new place, put them in a place similar to where they are now, just to keep mom from getting to stressed from the move. keep them kinda confined though without alot of foot traffic so the mother has a while to adapt to her new environment.  once she gets familiar with her new surroundings, and feels comfortable that she and her babies are still safe and sound, she will put them where she feels confident that they will be safe from harm. try giving the mom alot of reassurance that she and her kittens will be fine, cats are creatures of habit, and she might feel quite unsure about things for the first few weeks. good luck!

Answer 5

Maybe get like a big cardboard box kinda thing.. and put them in2 it today and make a cozy bed 4 dem and their mother.. den wen ur movin it just carry it.. dont close it on em without making holes of course :P

Answer 6

Put them (mother and kitties) in a carrying case with all of the bedding they have been sleeping on. Momma cat may sense something is up with the move, extra activity in the home and try to move/hide the kittens, so watch out for that. She is only trying to protect them.

I would secure them before all the moving activity starts, and put them in a quiet place. Closet or bathroom is good. When you get to the new place put them in a quiet place away from the movers, and leave them there. Make sure momma has plenty water and food too.

Give her lots of love and reassurance and you will be fine.

Good luck!

Answer 7

What you need to do is get a pet carrier that is big enough for the kittens and the mother cat. if the kittens are on a blanket or something that can be moved with them on it, then put them in the carrier with what they are on. if not then use a towel to put in the bottom of the carrier or part of a blanket. Make sure not to touch the kittens because if you get your scent on them the mother cat may reject them which means she will not care for them at all. I would suggest when moving them to wear rubber gloves. Make sure to comfort the mother cat a lot while doing this so she does not freak out. If you don' have a cat carrier I would try to borrow one from someone or buy one if you can because it will be the easiest for you and the mother cat. you want something with a door so when you get to your new place you can put the kittens in a low traffic area with the door open and then the mother cat can move them else where on her own if she wants. Sorry so long. I hope this helps and good luck with your move!

Answer 8

If you're moving, keep the mother in the box with the kittens, and keep them in a secluded room away from the movers, that way the mother won't get stressed out with all the activity.  When it comes time to take the last few things out of the house, make sure there's room in your car for a litterbox and the box of mother cat and kittens.  Try to keep them in the backseat, and don't drive like a crazy person.  The mother should stay with the kittens for the entire time, especially if she just had them.

Once you're in your new neighborhood, put up fliers for new kittens (as long as they're about 6 weeks old... if they're younger, you can wait a bit).  But make sure that you're going to be able to find homes for the kittens, and then get that mother cat fixed!  Trust me, it's cheaper in the long run than to feed her all that cat food she's scarfing while she's pregnant.  If you think that vets are too pricey, go to your local shelter and see if they offer reduced priced spaying.  It'll also help reduce her risk of Feline Leukemia if you get her fixed and keep her inside.

Best of luck. =)