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If there’s no way around it, call the airline before you book and check their
requirements. Many of them limit the number of pets that can board. They
might have other processes and procedures that aren’t detailed on their
website, too.
Make an Appointment with Your Veterinarian
If you’re moving far away, it’s time to make an appointment with your pet’s
current veterinarian. You’ll need to take care of a few tasks:
• Obtain a health certificate, if necessary
• Ask your vet about motion sickness prevention or sedatives for your pet
• Refill any prescriptions
• Update your pet’s vaccinations
• Ask your vet for your pet’s medical records
While you’re there, you can also ask the veterinarian if they can recommend a
vet in your new area.
Stick to Your Pet’s Routine
A lot of pets get stressed when their routine is disrupted, so it helps to
introduce the move gradually. I’ve moved a couple of times with my nervous
cats, and I start packing weeks in advance just to get them used to seeing the
many boxes. It helps to feed and walk your pets around the same time every
day, too. My cats generally don’t mind being surrounded by boxes as long as I
serve dinner on time.