Monday, September 5, 2011

Cars And Cat Carriers Need Forward Planning

By Dawn Riley


When purchasing cat carriers always get the very best quality within your budget. These are typically one of those particular items that as a cat owner definitely are a necessity but often little thought is given to them. Many cat owners don't actually consider things like size or suitability for their particular cat.

If you have a large cat then it might appear self-explanatory to point this out but the standard size carrier is not going to be suitable. It would be incredibly uncomfortable to be squeezed into a container that is too small. Nevertheless I am sure many of us have seen enormous cats poked into small carriers. For elderly cats this could be distressing for them to not have the freedom of movement.

If you find it essential to take your cats on a lengthy journey in a car naturally you will be using cat carriers. In this case a more substantial size carrier will not only be comfortable for your cat but it could also fit a litter tray in with your cat as well. After you set off with your cats in a car it is highly advisable to not open the door of the carrier only if it is an actual emergency. This is when cats get away and get lost in these situations. Feeding your cat every few hours doesn't qualify as an emergency.

Folks feel they have to feed their cat when travelling. This is being carried out more for their own consolation than for the cat. Ones feline is going to be unhappy travelling and food is probably going to be the last concern on their mind. Therefore only offer small servings of food in the event the journey is more than 24 hours. Drinking water naturally can be left in the carrier for very long trips. However yet again when the trip is a journey of about six hours it is better to leave your cat alone and securely confined in their carrier for that stretch of time.

Always line the cat carriers with newspaper or some absorbent material which will soak up urine. If you have a litter tray in the carrier for them it is likely some may leak over. It is likely many cats might be so nervous they're going to pee where they're sitting. A soft towel over substantial newspaper helps keep your cat as comfortable as possible for the trip.

Dependant on the nature and confidence of your cat determines the spot where you place their carrier when travelling in a motor vehicle. Most cats will feel reassured when they can see you and hear your voice. For nervous cats always place a protective cover over one end of their carrier to enable them to feel as though they're concealed away out of sight. When there is strong sun light coming into the car obviously the carrier mustn't be sitting in this heat. Your cats will likely be nervous and may over heat regardless so they don't need to be battling heat stroke as well. With a bit of forward organizing a comfortable and safe trip can be accomplished for yourself plus your furry friends.




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