Moving a cat to a new home can be very stressful for them.
Cats are creatures of habit and like familiar surroundings, and any major changes, like a new house can lead to behavior problems.
Here are some tips to make this move easier on your cat and yourself.
When first moving into a new house, try to confine your cat to just one room.
Cats that are given the run of the whole house will just run and hide and feel very stressed out, that is when problems start.
Cats confined to just one room will adjust much faster, because they feel more secure in a smaller space.
In this room keep everything your cat needs, like the litter box, toys, food, and water.
After two days, then let your cat explore another room.
This should only be done with you there to offer support.
If you have to leave the house to get groceries or supplies, then put your cat back in its safe room.
Some cat behavior problems might happen at this time of the move.
Not using the litter box, aggression, spraying, or scratching are some of these.
You can prevent these from happening by only giving your cat access to one room at a time and by offering your cat lots of assurance.
Moving a cat to a new home does not have to a stressful event for them or you.
Remember to plan ahead and prepare a great room for your cat to stay in.