MOVING
WITH CATS
MOVING CATS
TO A NEW HOME
Embarking on a new chapter with a furry friend? Moving with a new cat can be an exciting yet challenging experience for both you and your feline companion. Cats are creatures of habit, and changes in their environment and territory can trigger stress and anxiety.
Stress Hormones and Environmental Changes: environmental changes can trigger the release of stress hormones in cats. Moving to a new home can be a significant environmental change, impacting a cat's emotional well-being.
Territorial Stress: Cats are territorial animals, and a move can challenge their sense of territory. Studies emphasize the importance of understanding feline territorial behaviors and implementing strategies to ease this stress.
Prevalence of Stress-Related Behaviors: Research findings indicate that stress during a move can manifest in various behaviors, including excessive vocalization, hiding, or changes in litter box habits.
ACCLIMATE YOUR CAT TO THE NEW HOME
Moving with a cat requires careful consideration of their unique needs and sensitivities. By understanding the scientific aspects of feline stress during relocation and implementing evidence-based strategies, cat owners can ensure a smoother transition for their feline companions.
Gradual acclimatization, creating a familiar environment, and using pheromone diffusers are scientifically supported approaches that can contribute to a stress-free move, promoting the well-being of both cats and their owners.
SCIENTIFIC INSIGHTS
ON CAT ENVIRONMENT NEEDS
AAFP and ISFM Feline Environmental Needs Guidelines
Sarah L H Ellis, Ilona Rodan, Hazel C Carney, Sarah Heath, Irene Rochlitz, Lorinda D Shearburn, Eliza Sundahl, and Jodi L WestroppNormal feline behaviour ... and why problem behaviours develop
John Bradshaw - Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery (2018) 20, 411–421
LET US HELP YOU
Cattitude Adjustment will guide you through a smooth transition when relocating with your cat, providing you with personalized solutions to help your cat adapt seamlessly to the new surroundings. From gradual introductions to the new space and creating familiar comfort zones to incorporating familiar scents and favorite toys, we offer practical strategies to ease the moving process.
Let us be your partners in ensuring a positive moving experience for both you and your feline friend. Together, we'll make every new beginning a purr-fect adventure.Say goodbye to tension and hello to a home filled with content, well-adjusted feline friends. Let us be your partners in fostering a loving and stress-free environment for every member of your cat family.
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