Pet owners need to keep their furry friends in mind when relocating to a new area

October 17, 2013

 MELTON MOVING recommends PET EXPRESS for pet moving services. 

Moving to a region or city that you are unfamiliar with can be a fairly daunting task. Without an established social network of friends and family members, it is up to you to reach out and find new people to share your experiences with. The first few months of a move often feature a settling-in period, and many people who relocate can feel a bit lonely during this time. Owning a pet can ensure that there is at least one friendly face waiting when you come home at the end of the day, and a few tips can be followed to take care of domesticated animals during a big move.

Before hiring moving companies that will move your stuff across the country, do a little research on your new neighborhood. Since some residential areas have restrictions on the types of pets citizens can own, it is a good idea to check and make sure your pet is allowed. These laws can be very strict, even detailing the breed of a dog or cat. If your pet does not meet the necessary requirements, it might be better to depart with your beloved animal and give it up for adoption rather than drag it to a distant new home.

But if everything checks out, you need to limit the stress an animal can feel when facing a move. Just like a human being, animals are aware of people’s feelings, and the more upset you are, the more energetic and misbehaved your pet can be. When you are packing up your belongings, it is a good idea to keep a pet out of your organizational area. There are plenty of horror stories about pets accidentally being packed away inside a container.

Moving and relocating can bring out the worst in people, but as long as you stay calm, your pet will too. Emotional reassurance is key, so don’t forget to scratch Fido behind the ears every once and awhile as you wait for van line movers to show up.

Most movers and moving service companies do not allow for pet transport, so it is likely you are going to have to transport an animal yourself. If traveling by car, keep the windows closed or open only a crack to avoid any unexpected escape attempts. If taking public transportation, make sure that the airline, bus or train allows domesticated animals on a vehicle. If one is traveling long distances or if the pet is too large to transport, a moving company can put customers in touch with professional pet movers.