Moving with Cats: Ivy’s Tips for Stress-Free Relocation
Welcome to the Wednesday Cats of Catster! Every week, we share a story from one of our cat-loving Catsters. This week is about Crystal and her soul cat, Ivy.
Hi Catsters!
The last time we spoke, I touched on the dreaded F-word: Fleas! I sincerely hope that everyone who read that story checked their cat for fleas after that, or was at least reminded of the importance of being consistent with flea medication.
This week, we’re talking about moving! I’ll be sharing a couple of things that really helped Ivy – and me.
After about a year of living in our first complex, we decided it was time to move. After a LOT of searching, calling, and emailing with agents, we finally found the perfect fit! A little hidden gem of a complex, surrounded by greenery, gardens, and trees.
The moving preparation was in full swing, and moving day arrived quicker than I thought it would. I was extremely nervous about how Ivy would handle the move – it was my first time moving with her and to be honest, I didn’t really know what to do or where to start to make sure the transition would be as easy as possible for her.
Luckily, Catster has a ton of resources with tips for moving with your cat, and they really helped when it came to preparing and setting my mind at ease.
There were a few things that we did that I think made a big difference in keeping her calm and making the situation the best we could.
1. Keeping ourselves calm
Let’s face it: moving is stressful. And wow, I was stressed! I was stressed out about the moving preparation, the actual moving, and the aftermath of the moving. However, I tried my best to stay calm, stick to our regular routine, and act like it was no big deal that basically all of our things were in boxes ready to be moved to their new destination. I think I did a good job at staying calm – don’t ask anyone else, though!
