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Our four-legged family members can understand a few words, but they will not comprehend, “Can you please be on your best behavior as we pack and drive 500 miles to our new home?” This means it is up to you to help them get ready and acclimate them once you arrive.
The good news is that Shleppers Moving & Storage is here to help! Here we’ll explain how you can ensure your furry family members have a safe and happy transition to their new home.
Prepare Your Pets
The first step in helping them prepare for moving day is getting them used to a pet carrier. No matter how near or far you’re moving, Fluffy will be safer in a pet carrier. If they’ve never been in a carrier, introduce the idea slowly by putting a blanket and treats inside, leaving the door open, and making the experience a positive one.
While you’re packing, try not to isolate them in the carrier. Instead, include them while you pack and move boxes, allowing them to investigate the activity. If they’re crated or isolated in a room by themselves while the rest of the family packs and prepares to move, they will likely feel nervous, which could lead to stress-related behaviors.
Get a Check-Up
Depending on your mode of travel and where you’ll be moving to, certain documents relating to your pet’s health may be needed. Once you’ve determined the requirements, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to get everything in order. Keep the documents in a handy spot while you’re traveling, as you may be asked to produce them along the way.
Stay Calm and Take It Slow
This is the time to find your inner Zen because our pets know when we’re stressed. If you misplace the packing tape and throw a fit, Fluffy will notice, which will only add to their anxiety. Try to stay calm.
Our pets can detect change. Something simple like taking a suitcase out of the closet can put them on high alert. So, try not to pack up all at once – start the process early. Maybe acquire some boxes for packing and place them around your home. Create a positive association with them – let them poke around and sniff. This may help calm their pre-moving anxiety.
Moving Day
Make arrangements for your pets on moving day. Keep your pets in a quiet room with the door shut, or at a friend’s house, or maybe set up an appointment for daycare. This will ensure they won’t get scared and try to make a quick getaway while the movers load up the truck.
The sooner you can start planning, the better! When you’re moving with pets, there’s a lot to be done but, with a bit of patience, our four-legged family members will be king or queen of your new home in no time.
Moving with Shleppers
As a professional moving company, Shlepper’s understands that moving can be stressful for you and Fluffy. We want to ensure that many of the fine details associated with your move are taken care of, allowing you to spend more time helping your pets adjust to their new surroundings.
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