Please help me with my cats!

Question

im going to move to texas but i have two cats! what should i do with them, sould i put them in a cat carrirer or what and what sould i do if they go to the bathroom. plz help!

Answer 1

buy two dog carrier's one for the litter box and the other for the cat's and put them to there facing each other and have the doors locked up to the other cage,but put a pillow between them so they can sleep on the pillow  

Answer 2

I used a dog carrier ,with food and water dish included, for my cats when I moved a long distance.I had two cats and both fit in it comfortably.I also put a bit of padding in bottom of carrier(small blanket or large towels will do).

Buy harnesses(or collars with hoop on it to attach leash) and leashes at pet store for your cats, so you can take them  to use bathroom outside.Make sure you have leashes on cats before you remove them from vehicle so they don't run off as they will be stressed and scared.

Make sure vehicle doors are closed while securing them to leashes.One cat at a time is good idea.

If they do use bathroom,clean it and take extra padding,disinfectant wipes.Make sure they get plenty of air and water while in carrier.

Answer 3

Call the airlines, pay to have the cats flown to TX.  It will be less stressful on them, than driving the long distance.  My friend has done this, the pets have done very well and its not that expensive.  Just make sure you call to ask them how to address food and water issues.  Have a friend take them to the airport after you arrive in TX and they will be so happy to see you again!  Good luck!

Answer 4

Cat carrier is a must!  I wouldn't drive with loose cats in the car.  Try to make a potty stop every 4 hours and make sure they get plenty of water.  You can find disposable boxes at petsmart for $4-$5 a piece.  Be prepared for hours of yowling.  You can also ask your vet for stress reducing meds to make the trip easier on them.

John

Answer 5

You should put them in a carrier and if you are staying in hotels you should make a little box for them so they can do their business. You can also buy harnesses and leashes for cats so you can walk them around but I'm guessing it wouldn't be easy to get them to go to the bathroom that way but worth a shot.

Answer 6

Ummmm, put a litter box in the cage that you have.

Answer 7

john said it best, if your cats are not used to being in a car, get a seditive from your vet before starting out on the long trip. It will make it a lot easier for you. they will be groggy for a while but it will be easier on them.

Answer 8

I just traveled from New England to a southern state with my 13 year old cat. I put her in her carrier, had a litter box filled with just enough litter so she could go potty. I picked up a styrofoam cooler and put a few cans of food, I had her dry food in another container. I put a few small soda bottles in the freezer and let the water freeze. As they were melting I'd pour a little into a bowl and let her drink.

I traveled 22 hours with her and stopped every 2 hours to let her eat, drink and try to go potty. I must say for an old cat she did great. She was sure happy to be out of that carrier once I got to my destination.

This isn't the first time my cat traveled long distances with me. She's a good cat to travel with.

Answer 9

If you plan on brining them with you when you move then get them each a crarrier, you might be able to find a specail one at petco or something, you can also ask your vet. If not, get a cage for each and put down newspaper or you can put cat litter at the bottom, most cages are easy to clean up. Remember to bring food and water for them as well.

If you don't want to bring them with you, make sure they get a good home or bring them to an animal shelter were they can be taken care of well and adopted.