Moving Long or Short Distance with a Cat!

[@bnaseams]

Speaking as an ER vet, please also monitor your cat before, during, and after the move for signs of urinary obstruction (not passing urine, straining in the box with little to no urine passing, vocalization while in the litter box). There are many factors that can cause this, the number one being stress, and this is an emergency.

[@yellotang]

Wow, good to know!

[@nefertiti1052]

Thank you so much!

[@vilena5308]

Thank you for the reminder.

[@kat5796]

Good to know! Thanks for the tip!

[@Cora.T]

Thank you!

[@sarahdee374]

I moved about 6 weeks ago, short distance with my cat. Once the movers moved me I picked up my cat, her cat tree, litter box with fresh litter, but "seeded" with some of her poo and a urine clump. It was just she and I in a quiet apartment. She walked all over checked it out, climbed into the depths of a dark closet and slept for about 6 hours. Then she was ready to come out and eat and drink a little. She seems to be adapting pretty well. She is going from an indoor/outdoor idyllic life in the woods to a one bedroom third floor apartment with a small balcony. She seems quite content, although she occasionally goes to the door and stares at it as if to say "well this was a nice visit, but let's go HOME now!" We're doing our best.

[@cyzaki1995]

My cat hid under the bed when I moved house and wouldn't come out for anything. That was very unlike him, I'd moved house with him before and he was fine. Turns out he'd spotted his reflection in the full length mirror on the wardrobe door and assumed the house was Wardrobe Cat's territory and therefore didn't want to come out and cause a fight. I covered up the wardrobe door, my cat forgot Wardrobe Cat existed, and he was perfectly happy from there on in.

[@nunyabusiness6925]

Thanks for the heads-up on mirrors/reflections; I wouldn't have thought of that! :D

[@howarddyer8085]

Really appreciate this comment. Thank you!

[@unfilthy]

For those of us living in smaller apartments, or studio apartments, without the luxury of spare rooms with doors that can be closed, I thought it worth mentioning that the concept of a base camp can still work. When we brought our littermate kittens home (where we already had two older cats), we cleared out a corner of the main room, used their carrier for a bed, with another more exposed snuggle space nearby, gave them their own food & water dishes and their own litter box and toys and let them venture out at their own pace. The older cats would occasionally come sniff out the area when the kittens were asleep, and the kittens slowly started roaming, but came back to sleep in their area, until they didn't need it anymore. We adjusted the configuration based on the needs of the cats. It's possible to make things work with what you have to work with.

[@MissGreenTeaLady]

I only have one cat, so I used the bathroom as his base camp.

[@MyiaLaShaun]

Lol my kitten didnt need a base camp. Or my whole apartment was her base camp.

[@shandonsahm3343]

I moved w my cat from Texas to Amsterdam .. she was on Same plane w me she did great.. almost five yrs later ..we are happy in Europe .. where ever I go.. she goes..

[@DaniBibiana]

Hi! I am planning on traveling with my internationally too. Did you give her any sedatives for the plane? How did she do? I am nervous about mine.

[@roseaceae]

just escaped an abusive relationship. you have no idea how much I needed this video.

[@sarasthoughts]

Great job honey, you're doing great!! Stay strong and be gentle with yourself

[@JacksonGalaxy]

I’m so glad that you and your cats are safe. Much love to you and respect for your amazing courage.

[@susangroom960]

Me, too. I am not allowed into the home. So when I see them again, I will be putting them into my car and driving.

[@bekah9353]

Hope you are safe and receiving the care you need and deserve ❤️🙏

[@denisemorrison876]

@ Daisy and Susan: You are bad-ass women with incredible courage!!! Hugs to you and take care of yourselves during this tough time. You are amazing and stronger than you know.

[@dianaharris3777]

To help Jackson Galaxy on this is, I've moved with 6 cats. I did most of what he's saying and when it came to 12 litterpans I worked with it. I scooped then I'd put newspapers on top each one and stack them. Placing 3 at a time in a plastic bag. First cats went in crates. I talked to them as I readied pans. Placing blinkers over them that smelled like both us. I only packed their things just before leaving my place for the last time. All worked out well and no problems. When in new home put cats in a empty room before letting them out of crate unpack their things first and place around room. Just open crate doors and let them come out when they're ready. 😺😻😸👍💕

[@jasminebajaj4634]

Thank you for your help sharing us. I am also moving with 6 cats.

[@jamespatrick4466]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from?

[@debrogers79]

My sister and I are driving 6 cats across the country next month. Our biggest issue right now is finding accommodations for all of us to rest. No one allows cats! Any tips?

[@M.Campbell]

@@debrogers79LaQuinta is usually cat friendly, as is Motel 6.

[@annakatherine4410]

just drove across country in a small car with two cats. they did great, put a litter box on the floor of the backseat and they slept or roamed around the car the majority of the time. brought scratch posts etc from the old home so they’d have a familiar sent in the new place and they adjusted very nicely! :)

[@pedanticm]

Wow, no cat carriers??

[@danewgirl4]

I’ve done this before three times w my cat!!! Across the country. She hates the carrier and would much rather be in the car with litter box in the trunk and bed in the back seat

[@LikaLaruku]

I moved from one state to another with a senior cat. I gave her free reign of the back seat & she passed the time by watching traffic. Perhaps it would have been better to leave her in her pen & sedate her instead. She never really recovered from the move & deteriorated mentally & physically.

[@jaytee2642]

@@LikaLaruku Oh damn. I'm so sorry.

[@kenziehurlock]

What did you do when you had to get out for bathroom breaks? This is what I'm worried about most.

[@RaiderLeo69]

If it’s stressful for you, it’s stressful for them! Good to know that Jackson is here for us!

[@julie-anne1772]

❤💯😻

[@jkm1611]

I hate where I live. Aint stressful for me! But for the fur child, yes :(

[@janejones5362]

About 15 years ago, I made a cross country move, Texas to Virginia. One dog, one cat. The cat escaped at a truck stop, but. He crawled right under my car. I had a "fun" time retrieving him (claws and teeth), but thankfully I got him back in my car.

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX

[@bookishyogi]

that must have been stressful!!

[@Emanuela-ph2bp]

Oh dear! 😱

[@Joxman2k]

Extra tip. As a mover we are not going to read what is on doors, so making a big X on the basecamp door in masking/moving tape is much better than just a sign. Make it from door frame to door frame. Cats will likely stay in the room, but you never know and they could become skittish and run away.

[@dennislaw8530]

What you can't read

[@Joxman2k]

@@dennislaw8530 When you are a professional mover you just pay attention to the furniture you are moving and we dont stop and read signs on doors

[@judis8972]

Thank you so much I'm moving with 3 cats, one I've had for 5 years, other 2 rescued from a hurricaine last year. They were all experiencing cat PTSD after a flood this year. After leaving our home we now must move 555 miles away. I will adapt and help them adapt as well as possible and your ideas are so valuable to me. I'm scared for me, but mostly for the cats.

[@exotherm42]

I took both my dog and my cat, Siri, on a little vacation to a friends place, about a 4h drive away. Siri did great during the drivee, she even tagged along when I let the dog out to pee at a rest area - both leashed, of course. When we arrived she came straight out of her carrier, strutted around, tail held high, like she owned the place and immediately started exploring. I'm constantly amazed at her fearlessness and positive outlook on life. Blessed to share my live with this very special cat (who was rescued from the streets of Athens and came to Germany via plane - adopt, don't shop!) and equally special dog.

[@yellotang]

We moved from Washington State to Virginia with 2 elderly cats. We spent 5 days on the road and stayed at hotels the entire way. 3 things that helped out big time. We brought our unwashed bed comforter (cats slept with us) with us and used that on each of the hotel room beds. And the used kitty litter was a must. Bagged it up and took it to each of the hotel rooms. And the last was their food dishes. They knew that those meant theirs and it helped reduce stress.

[@melissawendell8821]

Would you make me sharing the chains of hotels you used that we cat friendly? We've got a cat AND a dog and this will be our first move with our kitty.

[@debrogers79]

My sister and I are driving 6 cats across the country next month. Our biggest issue right now is finding accommodations for all of us to rest. No one allows cats! Any tips?

[@imnotgonnasay3612]

Thank you for sharing! Moving from California to Pennsylvania. I bought a dual cat carrier for both cats to stay together in and have been putting a harness on them for 10-30 minutes a day. I'll start taking them for short drives starting this week. We're moving in about 2 months so I hope the daily preparation will be enough.

[@yellotang]

@@imnotgonnasay3612 If you keep a cool head, the cats will feed off your calmness and that helps out. Yes (good) harness training and mini trips should help a lot out. BTW, hotels are not allowed to ask for paperwork to prove an animal is a comfort companion animal and they are not legally allowed to deny them in the hotel rooms. Look into American Disabilities Act laws. This is for some of the people that state that hotels have told people that companion animals are no longer allowed which is against the law.

[@pamelamays4186]

I've just moved with my cat to a new place. I set up a litter box in the bathroom and let him have free to and from access to his travel carrier. I plugged an an phernome cat calmer. It's been two weeks and he's adjusting well to the new place.

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from 💋?

[@lindean2013]

When we moved we couldn’t have a whole room as base camp. So we actually used a two person tent and set it up with all their things in it. We got them used to it before we started having to move things out. When we got to the new house we introduced slowly, tent->spare room->upstairs ->basement. It really seemed to help them gain confidence in their surroundings.

[@catniplovescake]

🙌❣such a good idea!!

[@bookmouse2719]

They were camping!

[@fabledfantasty7343]

Day With Dru.... Such an awesome idea! I'll remember that, the next time I move with my cat, definitely will be using that great tip.

[@fabledfantasty7343]

@@bookmouse2719 😂

[@rachelpainter3575]

What a great idea. I'm adopting so everything is going to smell new. A tent is covered so he might feel safer in my room.

[@kat5796]

Haha, like so many other commenters I’m also moving soon! Been getting her used to her carrier by having treat time there. Hoping that both she and I can stay as stress free as possible. Good luck to everyone else and their furry friends!

[@XxdipstcklovrxX]

good luck to you!! not moving yet but i'll definitely need this information in roughly two years

[@jamespatrick4466]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX?

[@mlsaulnier]

I moved from the Dominican Republic to Chile with my Stella. Now that was a move!

[@mfcabrini]

Yikes!

[@jamespatrick4466]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX?

[@amandaramalho6609]

Thank God just in time!!! We are moving by March 30th so I'm glad I'll have this video to get some tips.

[@AgendaInMind]

We aren’t leaving for a few years, but plan to rent an RV for all our pets to travel in.

[@willg54]

@@AgendaInMind OMG! I too was thinking about renting an RV for the move. It is about a 20 hour drive, from Denver to San Antonio Texas, and I have 8 cats. Selling my house and leaving sometime this summer. I love the RV idea. Will only have to get out to fill up with gas. Wish me luck! :)

[@AgendaInMind]

willg54 The pets are the biggest concern I have! The guy named Hoag on YT went from CA to TN with the dogs in an RV and I thought it made the most sense. If you get those big wire cages, you can put small litter boxes in each one with 2-3 cats each or wing it and keep them free, just lock them in when you need to get out of the Rv. Most likely the cats will be freaked out regardless. Good luck.

[@willg54]

@@AgendaInMind thanks for the great advice...I will definitely keep all that in mind! :)

[@MissRavenBlack]

Thanks for mentioning renting an RV! I saw the prices for buying one and simple can't afford it. But rentals are very affordable, yay! I have four cats and will be moving to Mexico in December so this is a godsend ❤️

[@carolyncdonahue]

What would I do without you! I m a first time cat owner. I have literally bought just about every product you sell and it s been wonderful! Little Juuls is so happy and so loved! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! We love you!

[@JacksonGalaxy]

So sweet! Thank you for supporting us and glad I could help Juuls also!

[@ssanngkakkoii]

My 🐈 walks into new places comfortably now since we have to move often for work. But these tips help because after a few days she gets annoyed suddenly. I’ll get to test these new tips out in a few days :)

[@Ayra_Asmr]

So I just moved with my cat and she’s so scared and hiding under the covers of the bed in her home base in the guest room. I moved in with my bf and she’s doesn’t know him too well and he has a dog too, but they’re separated. She isn’t eating either. It’s been about 10 hours now. Any advice please ? 🥺

[@jonathanmartin3370]

Perfect timing! Moving in a week, and it's good to know I'm doing things right, while picking up a couple of tips. Thanks Jackson!

[@pattynotouch7023]

jacnn, I absolutely love your humor.......lol kso

[@kyle-silver]

After reading your books, watching your show, and of course, subscribing to your KZbin channel, I feel more certain than ever that the best advice for cat care always has some nuggets that are applicable to us humans.

[@LunasMom]

I did a short distance move with my cat a couple of years ago. I had adopted her (as a 5-year old) only about 9 months before the move, but even so, she seemed to take it all with a grain of salt. I showed her where her litter box was going to be, where her food and water would be, and she took it all in as a matter of course. I had done the same when I first brought her home 9 months before. She's a pretty easy going kitty, so she settled in well and quickly, and we're both comfy and happy in the new place. Her personality still continues to blossom, even after 4 years together now -- she's smart and loving and funny and all the things that people say cats aren't. I love her to death!!

[@burgundymarcia]

Jackson, you were a GREAT help in preparing my kitties for my move across country. It was still stressful for them, but planning ahead helped them adjust within a month or two. I put their car cage in my bedroom with my towels and a small litter pan and they were well used to by the time we started. They got a prescription from the vet to help them relax and a friend gave them some catnip infused snuggle pads. They cried for a short time when we started, then just settled in. They ate and pooped normally for the entire 24 hour trip. Unfortunately we had to stay at my sister's until my furniture was delivered. They tended to hide under her bed, but came out at night when we slept together. Once we finally got settled to my new place, they explored the place, found their old litter pans and cat trees, and my bed. They did hide for a bit, but shortly after moving in, they happily made this their home. They especially love the huge picture windows! I think my cats would be happy pretty much anywhere where I am and, of course, the feeling is mutual!

[@jamespatrick4466]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX?

[@frankiefurbag9030]

My cat lived his first two years in total bliss, never going anywhere excet the vet. Then we decided to take him to out other house. called the vet, got everything all prepared, worried about everything. That was 4 th of July, since then he has been back and forth twice as well as a week vacation to grand canyon, and sedona. He is living his best life.🎉

[@pensword14]

I'm so excited to be house-hunting for the first time, because a place I own means I can try some of the Catification ideas from the books! And, this is an extremely timely video, because my main worry in moving is my cat, as she has epilepsy.

[@mariebarker4499]

When I moved my cats adjusted well. Thank you God!!! 🙏❤️

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from 💋?

[@ronalddonlogin]

This video is such perfect timing. I am moving in a week with my family, including my 3 cat brothers.

[@sarahmannan580]

Hey Jackson I take my cat on holiday in the Uk with me. We hire a cottage for a week and he comes with us. We bring a lot of his scent soakers and admittedly he is wary at first sniffing everything but having his stuff there really helps him to relax and settle pretty quickly. Obviously we can’t bring his cat tree but a chair positioned in front of a window with his cushion on it has been a huge success. I guess what I am saying is your moving tips also work for holidays….we love having Simba with us makes our holiday puuurrrrfect 😻

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from 💋?

[@jennyharrison5270]

My husband and I moved cross country back in October and searched KZbin for months trying to research and couldn’t find much. This video is great and will help so many people! Thanks for a great video

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX

[@taroudesunya7076]

We've only moved once in my life and by that time we had 3 cats who never got to use a litter box since that house had garden and backyard where they did their deeds. The very same day of moving I had an important exam that lasted the whole morning so I got out from the old house like at 8 am and came back to the new apartment at 3 pm and my parents just jammed our 3 cats in the same carrier since the other one was broken when they found it, and they were super chill on top of each other. We're lucky they were chill and smart cats, learnt to use the litter box right away and proceeded to lay down from box to box for the day

[@EvaGehlert_SmallMediumAtLarge]

Oh man!! So glad you made this!!! In a couple weeks I’m moving 2,000 miles. We’re driving and my cat is kind of farrell even on her best day. Looks like I have a lot of work to do!!! Thanks loads!!!🐾💜🐾

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX

[@marietepper724]

I am also moving 2000 miles with 2 cats in four months. I am terrified of the stress my one cat will go through. He is a senior cat. Being that you made the same move, is there any advise you can give me? 😱

[@debrogers79]

My sister and I are driving 6 cats across the country next month. Our biggest issue right now is finding accommodations for all of us to rest. No one allows cats! Any tips?

[@leerodriguez8384]

How. Was the move ? I’m about to move 1500 miles with 5 cats and I’m nervous

[@ReSearcherSusie]

I’m moving in 6 weeks and had to check in with Jackson Galaxy to make sure I do everything for my cats the best I can! ❤❤❤

[@brentsteiner1180]

I’ve been stressing about this huge move for the last six months. This video just set me on easy street, thanks!

[@rhiwright]

basecamps are amazing. We established one for our cat when we brought her home in the first place, and it enabled her to go at her own pace when she moved in with us. The result: one confident, happy cat.

[@Ayra_Asmr]

So I just moved with my cat and she’s so scared and hiding under the covers of the bed in her home base in the guest room. I moved in with my bf and she’s doesn’t know him too well and he has a dog too, but they’re separated. She isn’t eating either. It’s been about 10 hours now. Any advice please ? 🥺

[@rhiwright]

@@Ayra_Asmr Kismet refused to eat for several days after she arrived here. She was just stressed. Relax, it's been 10 hours. Both of you should take time to sit quietly in her basecamp every day, and bring some sort of doggie scent-soaker and move a scent-soaker of hers out for the dog to sniff. Get both animals used to each others' scent. And be patient.

[@Ayra_Asmr]

@@rhiwright thank you! I’m just worried my girl will starve herself! That’s my fear ! So thank you for the reassurance!

[@annmariemills7772]

My son just bought his first house so we will be moving with 5 cats. Last time it was a nightmare with 8. So I'm so glad I found this video!! Thanks Jacs.😎🐈🍻Love al the videos I'm not sure how I missed this one. 😻😻

[@mfcabrini]

I bought a Necoichi carrier. It's huge and you can buy a travel litter box that fits right in the carrier. LOVE IT! I put one of her blankets and some cat nip and pheromone spray in it. She went right in. Now she gets her favorite treat and a night time feeding in there. She really likes it. I won't be moving for a few months. I'm going to use disposable cat box liners inside the litter box and put some used litter in it when I change it. I will leave the carrier open and her old litter box in the back of the car too. I'm driving across country about 4 days. Fingers crossed!

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from 💋?

[@kayday93]

VIDEO IDEA: Cat-sitting, but at the cat sitter’s home. Twice this summer my partner and I cared for friends’ cats for 2-3 weeks at our own home rather than at their home (per request) while they were on vacation. They were concerned their cat would be lonely and bored with only once or twice a day visits, but the stress the cats experienced for the first 5-7 days while adapting to the new environment seemed almost cruel. We also have two cats (both extremely cat-friendly) as well who were bullied by one cat and downright stalked and harassed by the other once they were introduced. So not only was it stressful for the visiting cat, but for us and our fur boys as well. I would LOVE to know your opinion on this sort of cat-sitting arrangement, as we are considering not offering to take cats in like this anymore because of how incredibly stressful it was for all involved. Thanks for all you do Jackson! 💕

[@jamespatrick4466]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX?

[@karensimpson7773]

I moved and didn't clean the two boxes. Slid in a large garage bag. Placed in new home and as Mr. Jackson says, It was a win win. Cat 🐈 very happy.

[@jesikago6905]

Perfect timing, thank goodness for this 💕 My husband and I + our 2 kitties are driving from CA to TX and that’s about 18-24 hour drive 😂 will need all the tips we can get to make this stress free for them.

[@thomasschellberg4235]

I like short daily drives and boarding at vet clinics along the way. Call ahead and bring immunization records. I recommend a three-day transit from CA to TX to make the car rides, and associated accidents less stressful for the kitties. See my comments above about our two homes.

[@danewgirl4]

Also moving across the country with my partner and two as well, good luck to us 😂🍀

[@anidanielle]

I'm doing the same move over the summer only flying because my husband and I have 3 young kids and 3 senior cats. I don't think any of us would survive that drive. I'm really dreading the logistics of the days leading up to the move because we need the movers take our stuff early. So we might have to rent a place for a couple days and really stress out the cats...hopefully these tips will help though.

[@catniplovescake]

This is just me, but I like to let my guy travel outside his carrier in the car & this will be easier with traveling with your husband to hold & handle one or both if they want or need. Keep a leash handy. We travel with a small, shallow litter pan & a blanket or towel that smells like "home" and also protects items in the car/seats if a cat accidentally pees. They don't WANT to have an accident, but it's not like they can ask you to pull over, and there might be a learning curve using a travel pan in a moving vehicle 😅..(I carry the scoop, extra plastic baggies & small bit of refill litter in jar/box) Lots of times, the Cat will just choose to chill in the carrier anyway, & come out once in a while to check the view or sniff the air...monitor cold/heat & remember to offer water when you make pit stops yourself! If possible, def break up that drive over 2 days...❣😸

[@FlwrCats76]

I'm moving from CA to TX in 2 weeks! I have 3 cats and I'm going to book pet friendly hotels along the way. But all the logistics are making me nervous!

[@dariateper4620]

We’ve recently moved, actually 😂 5 months ago. And I think we are blessed with our cats, because they were acting as if nothing have changed 🙈 Okay they were walking around curiously and sniffing a lot, but otherwise the were acting completely normal.

[@marietepper724]

What a blessing! My daughter is moving in with me in 2 weeks and she has 1 cat, I have 2, so I hope it will go smoothly =^..^=

[@hypernesh]

I have two, one was exactly that! Pretty much already acting like the king of the castle!

[@Ayra_Asmr]

So I just moved with my cat and she’s so scared and hiding under the covers of the bed in her home base in the guest room. I moved in with my bf and she’s doesn’t know him too well and he has a dog too, but they’re separated. She isn’t eating either. It’s been about 10 hours now. Any advice please ? 🥺

[@willg54]

@@Ayra_Asmr So sorry to hear about your kitty. I have no advice, but was wondering how she is doing now? I have an upcoming move, with 8 cats. Going to be a logistical nightmare, I believe. Anywho, let us know how your little girl is doing. Thanks! :)

[@Ayra_Asmr]

@@willg54 she’s totally fine now!! She’s out and loving her new home ! ☺️

[@era3596]

Thank you so much! I'm not moving ( not for a while at least ) but I did just adopt a cat and I've never had one before. I've kind of been binge watching everything to try and do the best I can. 😅

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX

[@andreachico12]

We’re moving in two weeks! This is the 2nd time me and my cat will be moving, and I do have an extra tip to add, in our case we’re just moving inside the city from one neighborhood to another, maybe 5-10 minutes drive, but what I learned from last time is that we move everything and leave her on a temporary basecamp as Jackson explained, and then in the new place my # 1 priority is to arrange the master bedroom (that’s where she spends most of her time, it has her essence, so I have to leave bed done, all furniture arranged so that I can go pick her up at the old house and take her directly to my master bedroom, this way she won’t be that stressed or we won’t be adding more stress by moving furniture around her, she’s very shy and nervous, so I always take as much care as I possible can to make her feel comfortable and secure, she’s my life. ❤️ thank you so much for this video, Jackson! I feel more educated now!!

[@Ayra_Asmr]

So I just moved with my cat and she’s so scared and hiding under the covers of the bed in her home base in the guest room. I moved in with my bf and she’s doesn’t know him too well and he has a dog too, but they’re separated. She isn’t eating either. It’s been about 10 hours now. Any advice please ? 🥺

[@Ayra_Asmr]

I also have her stuff that smells like her in the base camp room

[@andreachico12]

@@Ayra_Asmr yes, it’s completely normal, I suggest that you give her some of her food behind the sheets, the first time we moved, my cat wouldn’t leave the bed sheets for 4 days, without using the restroom, she drank water and ate because I took her food dishes under the bed sheets and wait until she was done eating, eventually she came out, but she also didn’t know my bf, but she’s still learning how to trust him even tho he’s my husband now 😂 be patient! We already moved in to our new place and my cat is hidden under the bed, at least she’s going out to explore when nobody is around and she’s eating and going to the litter box

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from XX

[@jasminerosewater3891]

So glad for all of Jackson's educational videos, helping me raise two happy boys. We're moving cross country and I want to make sure they don't get stressed. Especially Disco who is the more sensitive little guy. I straight up have been sending them mental "pictures" of the journey we're going to take, and of our new apartment when we arrive. I got their carriers early and have been feeding new treats in them. I packed their litter boxes in my POD and can't wait to resettle them with ease.

[@jasminerosewater3891]

Update: using his tips! My two cats flew cross country with me and settled into our new place with zero issues! They're happy and it was easy.

[@desbrooks6617]

I’ll be moving with my cats for the first time in just over a month. It’s just around the corner but I absolutely want them to be as comfortable and confident throughout the process. Thank you!

[@newbirth35]

We moved 1800 miles with two terrified but alive cats. They both survived, but were not happy. They eventually acclimated. I’ve moved A LOT, but the 1800 mile move was the longest.

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from 💋?

[@huskiesgo5944]

One of my cats moved to 5 different states during her life. The move also included boat and plane rides. She took it all in stride, a new adventure and place to explore. And new people friends. She loved to ride in the car and watch the scenery go by.

[@CharlesReinmuth]

I'm yet another "perfect timing" person. Thank you!!! Preparing for a move in April.

[@thechosenone9769]

I would recommend bringing an extra liner or two for their carriers (towels, blankets, and/or puppy pads,) pet safe wipes, rubber gloves, and little trash bags. My oldest gets car sick and my youngest has occasional seizures that causes a loss of bladder control.

[@joybeum7177]

Perhaps the vet could prescribe a sedative/anti-nausea medication.

[@Miktase]

Perfect! I may be moving soon, and with a cat that gets sick just going down the street, anything will be helpful. I am thinking of transport services if i am going too far. She’ll need medicine to keep her calm.

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from 💋?

[@jasmineb9007]

The timing of this is purrfect. I just moved into my new apartment. And unknowingly have been doing good things. We learned my cat doesn't like music playing.. but think he's gonna be alright. Will save this for next time!

[@t24hy44]

Cat-astrophic; yep, that's what it was last time I had to relocate with my cat. Thanks for all the great tips, Jackson! ❤

[@Ayra_Asmr]

So I just moved with my cat and she’s so scared and hiding under the covers of the bed in her home base in the guest room. I moved in with my bf and she’s doesn’t know him too well and he has a dog too, but they’re separated. She isn’t eating either. It’s been about 10 hours now. Any advice please ? 🥺

[@bambinaforever1402]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣exactly my last move on a plane with 2 cats. Cat- astrophic. Both pooped and peed in their carriers and were meowing all the time. They had been travelling before i dont know what came onto them this time

[@t24hy44]

@@bambinaforever1402 You might have been seated in a noisier part of the plane this time, with more vibration; maybe closer to the engines? My cat screamed so loud on takeoff that people thought a human being had been caught in one of the engines. I assured them it was just my cat; she settled down a bit after that, and after we transferred to another plane she was better, but after the flight she seemed traumatized. I promised her that we would take a car from then on. Poor kitty.

[@tetricacy]

@@t24hy44 Don't forget the ear popping. I've experienced a couple episodes where it hurt so much I cried. If I hadn't known, rationally, what was going on I might have screamed, too. That would be one reason flying with a cat or any animal sounds like a nightmare to me. Not that a 20-plus hour drive with four cats on a hot August day was a walk in the park, but...

[@t24hy44]

@@tetricacy I had forgotten about the ear popping. I usually just chew gum and force a yawn intermittently while in flight, but I guess a cat can't be trained to do that (at least the gum chewing thing ).

[@kristinaerickson2353]

Moving in with my boyfriend in the next month. So I needed this. My cat already likes him and his house smells like me so hopefully she will adjust fast.

[@jamespatrick2716]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship were are you from 💋?

[@Americandreamerful]

Perfect timing as we are moving in 2 months 😊

[@Emanuela-ph2bp]

I'm moving in about 6 weeks. This was such a helpful video, thank you Jackson! 🙂I've moved once in the past with my kitty. He did really well, I was really surprised. He was a bit frightened the first two days, hiding under furniture, but he settled in really well. He's happier in this house I'm going to move from, than the old house!

[@Lady_Di42]

I felt so bad when I moved my cats out of their former home last year, but seems like I did a lot of things right 😊 thank you! I was lucky enough to be able to move the big stuff like furniture etc before I got the cats into the new apartment, so at least they didn't have to experience all the noise when arriving.

[@jamespatrick4466]

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[@momma1270]

About to drive and move across country with my three cats, this was beyond helpful. Thanks!

[@Roobeeboop]

Amazing timing!! I'm moving in less than a month with my two kitties, my fiance, my 6 year old, and I'm currently pregnant. This is our biggest move moving to another state and the kitties first move. Glad to get any tips and tricks to make this a easy family transition because our kitties are our main concern about the move. My son adjust just fine and has moved with me a few times already.

[@sandbabe2245]

Wow you did it perfect ! I learned 100 new ways to help my best friend !!! I’m going to Florida from California and I’m getting a cat tent to put in my Expedition SUV , I hope he’s happy , thank you soooo much

[@jamespatrick2716]

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[@badnewsbruner]

Jackson, your timing is PERFECT! Me and my girlfriend move into our new home in April! I've got two cats, one of which was born in my current residence and has only left ONCE, to go to the vet. She has a nervous disposition, so I've been really worried about her. This video put my mind at ease :) Thank you!!

[@avahbrousseau1644]

how did she do? I’m moving by car from cali to kansas (3 day trip) with my two cats, one of which gets very very stressed about just about everything. I’m super nervous about the car ride in general because he DOES NOT like cars lol.

[@badnewsbruner]

@@avahbrousseau1644 First of all, congrats on getting out of California!! She did well, she did a lot of yowling on the ride, but I was able to keep my hand in the cage with them and pet them. I talked to them and let them know it was okay the whole way there. Bringing their litter box with them really helped, they immediately went to it and marked their scent everywhere. They were 'at home' in the new home within a couple weeks. Basecamp was the bedroom they started venturing out on the second week. Good luck!! Be safe!!

[@avahbrousseau1644]

@@badnewsbruner Thank you! This is so helpful. I’m guessing the car ride is gonna be pretty tough but hopefully if I stay close to them they’ll do alright. I’m glad that your kitty is happy and loves her new home!😊

[@ambervigil6228]

I reference so many of my clients to your videos. I feel like a lot of cat owners are always trying their best but having what I would call minor issues like moving, feeding, multicats, etc., and they are never steered wrong by your advice. Love your videos as someone that works in the veterinary industry!

[@shannonstapp8317]

Perfect timing for this video. I’m moving in a few months with my two cats that will be about an 11 hr drive. I’ve seen this cool mesh “container” that gives your cats the space to move around the entire backseat area and has room for a litter box. So they are still contained safely in the car but have room to stretch and move around a bit. My cats are on CBG/CBD but I might just have to pick up the easy move spray and see how that compares! Thanks Jackson!

[@jamespatrick2716]

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[@tiffsewcrafty]

Watched this video a second time as both of our cats have not been reacting well to all of our stuff being moved around the apartment for the past week. After watching this video I realized that we haven't given them a basecamp yet, so I picked one of their favorite window corners and moved all their stuff there. This was only a couple of hours ago and I can already see my cats becoming more relaxed and calm in their new corner 😊

[@soccerswaggg10]

This video comes at the perfect time!! We are about to leave from Germany to Washington and I have been stressing it for my high stress kitty. I want to make it the best move for her possible. Thank you for this info! We love you cat daddy 😻

[@destinychild4659]

You should watch video about air travel. It was really good. And many things are different when it comes to air travel.

[@SylviaJonathan]

@@destinychild4659 I agree. We need a Jackson tip for air travel

[@nayelynieves896]

I just moved from Puerto Rico to the U.S and I followed your video on getting him used to the carrier and I bought some treats in pet smart and a spray that’s meant to relax your cat and I put a blanket with catnip on the carrier and he was so relaxed the whole time and it was a 12 hour flight with 2 stops. When we finally arrived he was a little anxious but got out his carrier pretty quick and started examining the new place and I gave him treats and food and made his litter box and he was so happy. I also started to play with him with his fav toy and I’m so glad he got used to everything really fast. It’s been a couple hours only I’m so proud of him.

[@Autismteenandfam]

Right on time, I'm moving to Iowa, flying on the plane

[@winter_sp]

I will probably move in maximum two months and I’m so nervous because it’s the first time in my cats life and mine that we are moving being fully conscious this video is being a great help

[@Sarah-mi2rv]

Perfect timing! I move in a week. I’ve been thinking a lot about how to make this as smooth a transition as possible and this was very helpful.

[@jamespatrick4466]

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[@TheSmash37]

I just moved 1100 miles in a single bench pickup with two cats. Someone recommended to me to get an oversized crate for them instead of the carrier so they could see if that's what made them comfortable or I could cover them up as needed. I could also reach over and scratch their heads to give them comfort where I couldn't have done with a carrier. I used a pheromone spray and gabapentin as needed. I have one with high anxiety and the other is a screamer so while I would have loved to have skipped the hard meds, you also need your sanity to make such a long drive after the most stressful thing you've ever done! GL to all the movers out there. You can do it!

[@reihitchens1202]

I’m moving next week, so this is perfect timing! I have moved with my cats before (minus one this time, no longer with my beautiful Phoebee 😔) and for the most part, I already did the things you suggested, but there are a few tips in there I will definitely do this time! Thanks Jackson!

[@christelschippers8154]

Thanks Jackson! Great tips! Also very important when you move is the use of cleaning products in your house! For example: using Citrus-smelling cleaners in your old home and switching to Eucalyptus-smelling cleaners in your new home is very distressing for your cat.

[@jamespatrick2716]

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[@ladycaticorn2950]

We just adopted a second cat last year, and we're moving this year. I'm so glad we'll have this video to refer to so our move goes smoothly and our kitties are comfortable!

[@bookishyogi]

Base camp reminds me of the sanctuary room we created for our orange tabby kitten prior to introducing her with our 1 year old Blue Russian (both adopted). It was four years ago now but it went so well! This long distance move will too thanks to behaviorists like Jackson. I did however watch this video AFTER getting rid of an old cat tree and litter box BUT we don’t move for a month so they should be able to get the new ones nice and smelly first.

[@Duke_N_Duke]

Thank you Jackson! We adopted two kittens in September. Every summer we travel for three weeks to upstate NY and will have to bring the kitty’s with us. I plan to use these tips for that “move”. Love your show on AP and was sad to hear that season 10 was your last.

[@bellabenton5594]

This was perfect timing! I'm about to go on tour and I'm bringing my cats and then we have a temporary move cross country and then back to where we are now over the next year so protecting the kitty's wellbeing is top priority Edit, also about to bring home a kitten

[@jamespatrick2716]

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[@Colley_co]

Perfect! I move in 3 months so I think this gives me plenty of time to start this. I was a MESS moving my cats last time because I didn’t know these tips and when they are anxious I am. Thanks!

[@jarrettdittmer9367]

What great timing, I'm moving in a couple days! I was just wondering about these types of things. Thanks Jackson

[@danisareyka4891]

Having moved twice with my two cats, once by plane and the other by van, my biggest advice is to set aside some time for them. You’re going to be really busy planning, packing, and unpacking, but don’t forget to sit down with them to give them pets and play with them. It sets them at ease and it is a great de-stressor for you too. Every few hours, give them love. They are just as stressed as you and you can all use each other as emotional support.

[@Faithful_feline]

I use Zylkene supplement when moving my cats. I give it to them daily 2 weeks pior and 2 weeks after the move. Works really well! Also do the 'cat basecamp'. Have moved many times and my cats seem to cope really well.

[@elyse43230]

This video was a goldmine of helpful tips. It helps to have a plan for my babies to ease MY anxiety too!

[@jamespatrick4466]

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[@sylviagraham5252]

Really great tips. Unfortunately mine have to go in quarantine for 2 weeks before they fly to join me in the middle East rules. The scent marker t shirts, bedding, all of those things are really helpful for them to take with them and for me to take for their new home. But not sure anything will help with separation of quarantine.

[@jenni0278]

There is no way I would be able to let someone quarantine my cat for 2 days let alone 2 weeks I just wouldn't go lol

[@Yaoifangirlfromhell]

Hey Jackson, I wanted to thank you for this video. I found it right before I drove me and my cat from Alaska to Texas. I followed a lot of the tips and he travelled really well. the blanket over the carrier had never occurred to me and it honestly made such a difference. we're settled in to our new home and he is having a blast

[@KristiBranstetter]

This is timely! I am moving in late July from Missouri to California with my cat.

[@jaytee2642]

You're coming TO California? A lot of us are escaping, including me. Cali will be in my rearview mirror in about a month!😁 Hope you're moving to a nice neighborhood.🤞🏻

[@imnotgonnasay3612]

@@jaytee2642 Was it worth leaving California? I'm moving to Pennsylvania in about two months! I'm excited because we bought a dream home that we would never have been able to afford in California (the same home would be over a million dollars, we got ours for $265K). The homeless, the taxes, and the politics in CA is ridiculous, can't wait to move! And my cats will have tons of land to roam, not cars to avoid, hahaha!

[@funfettirapunzel]

Perfect timing!! I’m moving in 3 weeks with my cat and my boyfriend’s cat!!

[@jamespatrick2716]

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[@sariahseare3753]

My husband and I are planning on moving in a year. I have been thinking about how that is going to work with our two cats for like 6 months. Thank you for this video, I feel way more confident. 💜

[@JacksonGalaxy]

Yay! That’s why I’m here. Your cat’s Mojo - and yours!

[@sariahseare3753]

Thanks!

[@jamespatrick2716]

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[@Zimnicki1127]

I watched this vid a little too late but unitended brought the litter box with the same litter. That helped my cat immensely

[@missyfortin5814]

Thank you so much for this,It came at a great time. My boyfriend and I are looking to move in a few month's with my 2 emotional support cats & they've been through 2 fires & so they get very stressed out.

[@jamespatrick2716]

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[@susanjimenez2687]

I would love to see an episode breaking down pet insurance information and what to look for in an insurance plan. Thanks for everything you do!

[@mattsmith5704]

I remember when my parents moved the cats HATED being stuck in their base camp, they were so ready to get out and explore! That being said they’re Manx and have always been kinda weird

[@JChaos1120]

I've moved so much with my sibling cats that they're downright pros at exploring new houses. The sister is the first one out and about, sniffing and mrowing her way around. It's awesome to watch.

[@fabledfantasty7343]

matt smith.... I laughed when u said that the cats were Manx & weird! I have my 1st ever Manx & she's the most neurotic cat that I've ever met or owned!

[@Lucailey]

Yeah, I didn't do the base camp thing with my cats. Both of them just pranced right out of their carriers like they owned the whole apartment. There was no need to confine them because they were thrilled about exploring EVERY SINGLE THING about the place lol! I have a picture of my Gabriel sauntering across the kitchen floor and my Waverly-Grace exploring the bath tub lol! Maybe I was just lucky and I had 2 cats that were easy to please. I think it depends on the personality your cat has. I think that if you have a cat that likes to explore and be the life of the party, you are probably okay to just let them explore. But if you have skiddish cats that get really stressed out and upset easily, you should probably listen to Jackson's advice. He is the expert!

[@stingstadia1]

Thank goodness for this video. I move in a week and bought a new litter box. Now I know to keep the old one as well

[@DarkPrincessOfLight]

Love your KZbin channel!! Thanks so much for all these videos

[@melikam764]

As a vet im following you and learning more and more about cats 👏🏼

[@susannesamuelsson2930]

Hi there👋😊 I use my cat carriers as cozy beds for my cat daily and he loves them. I know that moving with cats are difficult 😕! We had a big housefire back in June 2020 due to arson on our attic in the middle of the night and we had to basically grab our cats ( we had two then ) put them in their carriers and run out. It was terrible and a big chock for all of us. We lost our apartment and the cats their things. Not everything of our belongings got destroyed ( got moved away and stored away by our insurance company) but we have to live in a not so good place for 2,5 months then we got a temporary apartment ( where we still live today ). The old place got totally destroyed and it's s under construction and repair still! My oldest cat didn't cope well with all the changes and got sick so we had to put him down in November 2020 ( so hard and heart breaking still and a big sorrow for me). I'm sure 💔 😢 that his health had to do with the trauma of the fire and the moving. He was 17 years old and we tried our best to minimize the stress for our cats but didn't have the best of tools to use and my husband and I was also so stressed out over it all, it was so hard. My cat are my babies and losing Anakin was worse than the fire, it really broke me! Trollet did cope better but now he has gotten problem with his thyroid gland so he take daily doses of a medicine ( Apelka Vet to keep his hormone level low within the normal level ). Please do what you can to make moving with your cats easy follow the good advise you get in this video! Big warm thank yous 😊 to our sweet cat daddy Jackson Galaxy from me 👱‍♀️ and my cat Trollet 🐱❤🐾 in Sweden.

[@jamespatrick4466]

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[@taylorhunt4104]

This video couldn’t have come at a better time. Thank you Jackson!

[@jamespatrick4466]

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[@andrealieber2923]

I've been waiting for this video!! Thank you ☺️ We moved across country literally from coast to coast, bringing two cats including one that we are just adopted. That was pretty much half feral. I was feverishly looking for anything that could give us advice on the move and I couldn't find something where you talked about it. It's too late for me, but I'm sure there's so many people just like me. Wondering all of the things you're going to talk about in this video. I'm really looking forward to watching it. You are amazing!!

[@purplewaves842]

Wow, the timing of this was perfect. I'm moving in less than a month and am here for all the tips to keep my furbaby comfy.😸💖

[@carmenmiranda2288]

My Kat FLEW with me to our new home! My first experience flying with a pet! He behaved beautifully and has adjusted well to our new home. Such a GOOD Kat! It will be a year this July. Of course, I prepared as best I could and made sure I made the trip as quick and comfortable as possible. I took time to train him to feel safe & comfortable in his carrier and to allow me to put a harness on him and attach a leash, as I had to take him out of his carrier and carry him through the security check point before boarding the plane. Treats helped! Our flight lasted a couple of hours and the time in the airport previous to the flight he did great! At times, in the plane, he meowed LOUDLY AND WILDLY, as if someone was going to KILL HIM, but thank God, my plane companion was very understanding and encouraging. As soon as we arrived at our destination and deplaned, I was met by my sister and I was able to make him even more comfortable in the car. We arrived at her house and he immediately made himself at home until we were able to move into our own place. I had brought all of his "boot camp" items with me on the plane. PLANNING AND PREPARATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE! Unbeknownst to me, I followed most of your tips! I read a lot about it before I found you . . . Now I have A LOT MORE INFORMATION! Thank you Jackson Galaxy . . . 🥰

[@catherinerose1607]

My cat is adventurous and loves new places. She’s sure a handful too 😻

[@jamespatrick4466]

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[@jpjp9111]

Really could have used this during this recent summer.