Your Kitty Needs A Cat Carrier
If you are planning to take your kitty on a trip, a cat carrier is vital. You don’t need to necessarily get an expensive crate especially if you are going for short trips in the car like to the vet. Learn why a using a carrier is a must when traveling.
First, safety is a major concern. A loose pet could be thrown to the floor and injured after a quick stop or even ejected from the car in a wreck. You might also get hit by the loose animal and injured. An unconfined cat could cause distractions for you. One scenario is that kitty could catch sight of a dog while you are driving and panic. Unrestrained animals can also make their way under your feet and cause braking or acceleration issues. Some like to ride in your lap, but a deploying airbag could be life-ending.
Secondly, comfort is important. Felines like the security of their own enclosed space, particularly when they are in unfamiliar situations. They will be more comfortable and possibly sleep on longer trips. They also aren’t as likely to see a dog or other sight out the window that throws them into a panic.
Messes are another issue. Some felines can get stressed out when in the car. Vomiting, urinating and bowel movements can be the result. Cleaning up the mess will be easier from a pet carrier rather than on the floor of your car. You are likely to not have as much fur flying around your vehicle, too.
You also need to think about how you will get the cat out of the car and to your destination. Going to the vet? Kitty might not be cooperative. Your kitty could escape from you and get lost.
Do you have several pets that you need to transport at the same time? A separate crate for each one is best. Fights won’t be an issue then. They also won’t get hurt from striking each other in case of an accident.
A cat carrier is critical for your pet’s safety and comfort as well as to help you confine any messes that may occur while you are on the road. The ride will be safer for the humans in the vehicle, too.
