Cats are sensitive pets that do not like sudden changes in their environment. Some cats settle in a new house quickly; most cats, however, will take a week or more to adjust. Because cats are so sensitive to change, cat owners should take extra steps when moving a cat to a new house.
Instructions
Move a Cat to a New House
1. Designate one room of the new house to be a temporary enclosure for the cat. The cat should be contained at least for the first night in one room so that he can begin to get used to the smells of the new house.
2. Place a blanket or another item with the cat's scent on it, and an unlaundered article of your clothing, in the new room. When your cat arrives, you want him to be as comfortable as possible. Familiar scents will help significantly. If you've purchased a spray bottle of cat pheromone spray (available at pet supply stores), spray some in the room before bringing the cat in. This spray helps cats relax.
3. Place the cat in his carrier and take him to the new house. Place him in the designated room, with his food, water, litter box, and toys and leave him in that room overnight. Visit him when you can to comfort him, but make sure he does not escape.
4. Let the cat out of the room and into the rest of the house. Supervise him so that he does not get out of the house. Allow him to roam around the new house. If necessary, spray some of the cat pheromone spray in several rooms to help keep him calm.
5. Give the cat special treats and be extra loving towards him so that he associates the new house with good food and love.
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