Helpful Tips for Moving with Your Pets

You may experience equal parts excitement and dread at the thought of packing up your life and moving to a new house and lot in the Philippines. It's easy to fill your time with the many things to do and choices to make before the big moving day.

However, it's possible that another member of your family, the family pet, is also experiencing the strain of the relocation-- whether they are your beloved cats, dogs, guinea pigs, etc.

Everyone who has a pet can attest to the unconditional devotion they feel for their pets. The day of the move is not the time to put your loved ones last if you value your connections with them. When we uproot our furry and feathery companions' lives, it's the ultimate disruption to their routines. You can help your dog adjust through the transition to a new home as easily as possible by taking a few precautions.

Essential Tips for Moving with Pets to Your New Home

There is no way to prevent stress for either dogs or cats, although dogs can handle it better. There are, however, steps you can take before, during, and after the relocation to ensure the well-being of your furry companions.

Before the Moving Process

Planning early will help both you and your dogs adjust more easily to the transition. Beginning early may assist not just you and your dogs acclimatize to the impending move, but also the packing process. The following are some possible solutions:

Stick to your normal schedule to prevent your pet's stress.

Dogs and cats in particular are very routine-oriented animals. They will become more worried if your routine is constantly shifting. It's easy to neglect your pet's daily rituals while you're in the midst of a frenzy of packing and organizing, but remember that a little interruption now will result in a more happy pet in the future.

What to do: Make sure they always get to go on their daily walks and playtime at the dog park at the same time each day. Show them extra compassion and understanding as they're going through stress, too.

Make them ready for packing supplies and boxes.

Pets often like to play with various types of packaging. To ensure your dogs adjust smoothly, begin packing the moving boxes early. Preparing your dogs in advance may help minimize disruptions and box assaults on a moving day.

What to do: In case you have the room, start collecting boxes months in advance of the relocation. Place less often-used items in the open boxes. Inquisitive at first, your pets will soon give them up.

Getting familiar with the local pet ordinances.

You don't want to be unprepared for a leash, a cat carrier, and pet restrictions when you relocate to a new city. Prepare yourself for the event by reading up on it in advance. You should familiarize yourself with the apartment's pet regulations before signing a lease. Worst case scenario: being denied entry due to your pet's presence.

Create a go bag for your pet.

In the event that you and your pet will be on a long trip, it will help to have all of your pet's necessities and familiar objects packed and ready to go.

What to include: Include things like food and water bowls, snacks, cat litter, a litter box, favorite toys, a comfy blanket, and more. Keep a roll of paper towels and some plastic bags on standby in case you have to clean up after your pet in an emergency.

Consult your veterinarian right away.

In the few weeks leading up to your relocation, veterinarians are excellent resources for questions about how to ease your pet's anxiety. Get your pet checked up by the vet at least two weeks before the big relocation.

While Moving

Whether you're doing the relocation for your home investment yourself or have hired pros including a pet transportation company, it's a busy day. You should keep all these troubles away when your pet arrives.

Keep pets engaged.

Weary pets make for a more pleasant transfer for everyone. If you're too busy to get in an additional workout on your own, asking a friend's help or a family member is a great idea. Walking services for dogs are another great option for giving your pet some exercise and time away from your busy home. Meanwhile, there are several ways in which cat owners may keep their kitties occupied, but using brain games is one option.

Get a pet carrier and always keep your pet inside.

During the relocation process, individuals in your new area will be coming and going via open doors. If you don't want your dogs running amok out of panic or confusion, confine them to one room or in a carrier that has positive association to them. Put the kennel in a quiet room or outside the home permanently.

After Moving into Your New Space

There's instant chaos once you enter your new house. Here are more helpful advice.

Be sure your new house is pet-proof.

When moving, your pet may be exposed to new hazards, especially when your leave your dog unattended. Remember to pet-proof your new house by blocking off any vents, storing any pest control traps or poison, and removing anything else that might cause injury to your pet.

Keep your pet in a peaceful, isolated spot.

When the commotion becomes too much, cats and dogs particularly benefit from having a little space where they may hide away. Dog parents should think about securing them in a room with a lockable door to prevent your pet escape from home.

Supply them with some tasty snacks.

Treats may be used as a reward for excellent behavior, as a calming tool, or even as a replacement for regular meals.

Update their records.

Remember to check the information on any microchips implanted in your dogs and change it if necessary. If they don't already have microchips, you should get them new ID tags.

Our four-legged and feathery friends thrive on the stability of a regular schedule and familiar surroundings, and relocation is the ultimate disruption to this comfort. In a fortunate turn of events, there are a variety of things you may do to help your pet adjust.

The stress of packing up and moving home may be reduced and the experience enjoyed by everyone by having a well-laid strategy.

In addition, investing in a pet-friendly community that also offers affordable house and lot for sale can help you to lessen your worry for your furry friends.

Lumina Homes is Vista Land's housing division of affordable house and lot communities in the Philippines that is proud to be a pet-friendly neighborhood. When the time comes to take your furry pets for a walk, there are plenty of green areas to choose from in Lumina Homes neighborhoods. An area designated as a kid's play zone may also serve as a pet's sanctuary, letting your pet and your kids enjoy play sessions together.

So, provide your pet with a peaceful and safe environment and become a part of the Lumina Homes community now!