Mary Allen
The journey in the cat transport box: A drama that probably every cat owner knows. Once the house tiger has understood that the journey in the box will lead to an unpleasant visit to the vet, it gets scared and will do everything possible to avoid being transported.
There’s no simple secret trick to getting your cat into the cat carrier when it doesn’t want to. Most tips focus on relieving the animal of fear of transport. It is best to do this task on a quiet day when there is no vet appointment or other transport due – then neither you nor your cat will be stressed.
Getting Used to It Early Helps to Take Away the Fear
Once your cat only associates the transport box with the unpleasant journey to the vet, it is almost too late. Your kitty will quickly hide under the sofa or on the cupboard as soon as he realizes that a trip with the cat transport box is imminent.
Here it helps to familiarize the cat with the cat transport box at an early stage without having to travel straight away. Pad the box with soft padding and place it in a corner of the room – maybe even in your cat’s favorite spot. Consider placing a cat treat or an object with a familiar smell in the carrier, such as a cushion from the cat basket. Now the cat can familiarize itself with the box in peace and without fear.
Wait until the cat is comfortable in the box before closing the lid. Repeat the procedure several times before actually transporting your cat.
Tips for the Cat Carrier
The right transport box also plays a role in traveling without fear. The opening should not be too small so that you can easily lift your cat out without “snapping”. Boxes that can be opened completely and not just have a lattice door are ideal. The classic wicker baskets are less suitable as a material because they are difficult to clean. It is better to choose easy-care plastic.