Moving House With Pets: How to Make Moving Day Easier
Moving house with pets adds another thing to think about during an already busy time. While you understand why boxes are appearing and furniture is disappearing, your pets don’t – and the sudden changes to their normal environment can be confusing.
A little preparation can help make the transition easier for both you and your pets.
Preparing Your Pet Before Moving House
In the weeks before your move, try to keep your pet’s normal routine as consistent as possible.
As you begin packing, leave their bed, toys, food bowls and other familiar items until later. Having familiar smells and belongings around can help maintain a sense of normality while the rest of the house changes.
Make sure your pet’s microchip details are updated with your new address and check that any identification tags have the correct contact information.
If you’re moving further away, it’s also worth researching vets near your new home before you move.
What Should You Do With Pets on Moving Day?
Moving day usually means open doors, people coming in and out of the property and furniture being carried around. This can be stressful for animals and can also increase the chance of a pet escaping.
If possible, arrange for your pet to stay with a trusted friend or family member while the removal takes place.
If this isn’t possible, keep them securely in a quiet room away from the main activity, with food, water and familiar belongings.
Let your removals team know that there’s a pet in the property too.
Travelling to Your New Home
When moving house with pets, plan their journey just as carefully as your own.
Make sure they can travel securely and comfortably, particularly if you’re relocating a significant distance.
Keep water, food, leads, waste bags and anything else you may need somewhere easily accessible rather than packing them with your household belongings.
Helping Your Pet Settle Into a New Home
Once you arrive, give your pet time to adjust.
Rather than immediately giving them access to the entire property, some pets may feel more comfortable starting in one quiet area containing their familiar bed, toys, food and water.
Allow them to explore their new surroundings at their own pace.
For dogs, returning to their normal walking and feeding routine can help establish familiarity. Cats may need additional time to become comfortable with their new surroundings before being allowed outside.
Make Moving Day Easier for Everyone
Moving home is a big change for every member of the household – including the four-legged ones.
Planning ahead can make moving house with pets considerably easier, while having an experienced removals team means you can spend less time worrying about furniture and boxes and more time helping everyone settle in.
Tansley Transport & Removals provides reliable and friendly removals for customers moving locally and further afield.
Get in touch with the team today to discuss your upcoming move and request a quote.
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