Health & WellbeingI may be moving to Alberta, where I live is 8-10 hours away, and I have a cat and 2 rabbits. My cat is aloud to wander the vehicle (we never put them in carriers unless needed) but how can I make it comfortable for them?
For that long of a ride, I would highly recommend the use of a carrier. Although free roaming may seem like it would make your kitty more comfortable, giving a cat a secure, small, and dark location is something the best thing you can do for them. It will allow it to relax more easily, which is exactly what cats want to do in unusual and out of the ordinary situations like the one it is about to experience. I would also recommend using a product like Feliway, a feline pheromone product that can be placed inside the carrier or in the car. It has a calming effect on many kitties. Lastly, there are drugs that can be used for events such as this that will calm your kitty down for a few hours if you think that might be necessary. They are generally safe and pretty effective. Hope this helps.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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