Moving can be a stressful and exciting process, and when
moving with pets, your furry friend most certainly feels the stress and
excitement as well. Pets don’t always respond well to a new environment, so
it’s important to do whatever you can to ease your pet into your new house.
Settling yourself and your pet into your new home may take time, but you can
make it a smoother process by doing some research and planning. Here’s how you
can create a stress-free transition for your beloved pooch or kitty.
Where To Put The Pet
During The Move
During the actual move itself, it is best for your dog or
cat if you can get them away from the action altogether. Ideally, it’s best if
a neighbor or family member that your pet is familiar with can take the pet for
the day. For long haul moves, some pet owners opt to take their dog or cat to a
kennel for a few days to help them avoid the stress of the moving atmosphere. A
slow and steady packing of boxes will also indicate a change to your pet, and
if done over a longer period of time, can help them prepare for the upcoming
change of scenery.
The Interior
Introduction: Getting Your Pet Settled
Before the actual move of all the boxes, it might be a good
idea to take your pet's belongings to the new house first. Having some of their
familiar items, such as toys, a kennel, and blankets, can help to ease the process
of settling into the new home. You may also want to dedicate a room or part of
the house as your pet's sanctuary, where they can feel safe and secure while
boxes and pieces of furniture are being moved into the new home. Ensure that
you don't switch your pet's food too much around the time of the move, as this
can exacerbate the effects of the change.
Some pet owners have found it effective to wait until the
new house is unpacked and settled before introducing their pets to the home.
This way, the pet can becoming acquainted with the new atmosphere without the
chaos of movers, piled up boxes, and a stressed-out, scrambled owner! If using
this method, you can keep your pet at the kennel of family member's house until
you are settled in.
The Surroundings:
Exploring The New Neighborhood
If you have a dog, it is just as important to get him acquainted
with the new neighborhood as it is to get him acquainted with the home itself.
This is something you can also do well before the move; when preparing for a
move, drive your dog over to your new neighborhood and let him explore where
his new home will be. This way, when you arrive to introduce your dog to the
home itself, he will already be familiar with the area, thereby reducing the
stress of the new atmosphere in the house.
Moving is no easy feat, and it’s even more complicated when
pets are involved. By following some of these simple steps and planning ahead,
you can achieve a move that involves much less stress. Avoid the furry friend
blues and introduce your pet to its new home in a gentle way. For more great
moving tips, or to find the home that’s right for you, contact a professional
realtor today.
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-Jeff Cook
Jeff Cook
Real Estate
Charleston,
SC
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