How To Transport A Cat

Introduction

If you’re reading this article, you might be looking for some helpful pointers for transporting your cat. Or, maybe you’re simply interested in the unusual spectacle of cats being transported. Either way, I think you’ll find this article incredibly helpful and enjoyable.

Why is it so difficult to transport a cat? It definitely shouldn’t be. Cats love small spaces, they love being indoors, they’re both soft and nimble… really all that should be required is picking up the cat and dropping it into a box in your car or truck. But my experience with felines suggests that things don’t line up quite so ideally in real life. Read on to find out what has worked for me when transporting cats from one location to another – everything from traffic stops to exotic destinations.

Have the cat in a room with no other pets.

You should have the cat in a room with no other pets when you transport them. If there are other pets around, they may get jealous or scared of the cat in the box. This can make it more difficult for you to get the cat into your car and on their way home.

Get everything ready well before transport time.

Make sure that the carrier you use to transport your cat is in good condition and hasn’t been damaged or broken while being used.
Make sure that all medications and food are prepared ahead of time and brought with you.
If your cat uses a water bowl while traveling, make sure it’s clean and ready to go before transport time.
Also make sure that any litter box or toys will travel well by packing them into plastic bags before putting them in the carrier.

Use a transport box.

One of the most important things to keep in mind when transporting your cat is to use a transport box. This can be any cardboard box that’s big enough for your cat to turn around in, but it must have at least one opening for ventilation, so make sure there are some holes cut out on top of the box.

A towel should also be placed inside of this box before putting your cat in it. This will help them feel more secure and reduce their stress levels during the trip—if you don’t have a towel available, you can substitute this step with a blanket or fabric softener sheet (although these do not work as well). Once you’ve placed everything into the box, close it up and seal it so that no air escapes from around its edges.

This will keep your cat safe during transit and ensure that they remain comfortable while traveling with you!

Put on some gloves and a jacket with sleeves you can pull down over your hands.

Put on some gloves and a jacket with sleeves you can pull down over your hands. Cats are sensitive to touch and easily frightened, so it’s best to keep your hands covered when you’re transporting them. The cat might try to scratch or bite you if it feels threatened, so you don’t want to take any chances here.
Take the cat into its carrier in the middle of the night after it’s had some time to settle down for bedtime (but before sunrise). If possible, do this while your roommate is sleeping in case anything goes wrong; they’ll be able to help without disturbing anyone else.

Scoop the cat up.

The first thing you’ll want to do is scoop the cat up. It’s important that you use a towel or blanket, as your bare hands will scare the cat and make it more likely that they won’t be comfortable in their carrier. If the cat is small enough (under 15 lbs), then use a small towel. If they’re larger than this, then you’ll want to use a large towel or blanket.

Drop the cat into the transport box.

Once you’ve placed the transport box on the floor, put your cat inside. To do this, gently pick up your cat by the scruff of their neck (you may need to use both hands for this) and place them in the box with as little fanfare as possible—don’t let them see you or hear you putting them in. Once they’re inside, put the lid on and seal it with duct tape.

Once everything is secure, take a moment to inspect your work: was there any part of this process that caused undue stress to your pet? If so, does it seem possible that another method could be used for transporting cats in future?

Quickly put the lid on and secure it with the clips or latches.

Now, quickly put the lid on and secure it with the clips or latches. Make sure that your cat can’t escape from their cardboard prison, because if they do, you’ll be in for a long night of searching. If your cat is not yet comfortable riding in their box like this, there are other options:

Wrap them up in a warm blanket (or two). This will make them feel safe and secure. For some cats, this works well enough that they don’t need to ride in a box at all!
Put them on top of something else; like another box or piece of furniture that you’re transporting yourself (tread carefully here though—cats tend not to like being stacked).

Put the box in the car.

You’ll want to put the box or carrier on the back seat, if possible.
If you’re traveling with your cat in a carrier, put that in the back seat too (this is especially important if your cat has never been in a car before).
If you have room for both of these items and are comfortable driving with them there, consider putting them both in the front seat; this may make it easier for your cat to see out of their window and make them feel less anxious.

Never underestimate how difficult it can be to get a cat into a transport box, even if they want to go into it.

There are a number of reasons that cats are not as easy to transport as dogs. First, cats are more likely to panic when they find themselves in a box or carrier. It can be difficult to get them into the box, even if they want to go into it—cats do not like being confined and will claw at your arms and legs while you try to put them in the box, which can lead to injury. If they do get in the box on their own, they may pace around inside trying to find a way out, or urinate and defecate on themselves. Finally, even if you manage not only getting your cat into its carrier but also transporting it safely without any injuries, once it’s out of the car or home again (assuming that everything went well), there’s no guarantee that your cat won’t run away from home immediately after getting out of its temporary cage!

Conclusion

There you have it, all the tips and tricks you could possibly need for safely transporting a cat. By following these steps, your feline friend doesn’t have to be beside themselves with anxiety. They can have a relaxing time in their box, just like the cats you see on YouTube. The next time you need to transport your cat, hopefully these steps will make the process much easier and stress free.