Cats and kittens should be transported in a special cat carrier. There are both economy and luxury versions available. A warm towel placed inside the carrier will create a safe haven for the kitten, which will have no real concept about the journey or its new home. It is important to use a cat carrier because a frightened kitten may panic when first placed in a vehicle with someone unfamiliar.
Pick up the kitten gently by supporting its bottom with one hand, and place it in the carrier, close the door quickly and secure the fastener. Position the carrier on your or your helper’s knees to prevent any sudden movements causing the carrier and kitten to be thrown about. It is important not to leave kitten unattended while it is inside the carrier. It is also vital to make sure that it cannot become either too hot or too cold.
This will usually be the first time the kitten has traveled in a car, and the first experience will probably be extremely frightening for a young cat. It will also be the first time it has been separated from its litter siblings and this separation, too, can induce fearfulness.
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1 Pinoso Property // Mar 25, 2008 at 10:53 am
We’re just about to transport our dear old cat back from Spain, so ther pet carrier in the car from the airport will be the least traumatic part of the journey. I’m sure she’ll be fine though. She’s not easily panicked these days.
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