Moving House with pets
When moving house with pets, there are several things to consider:
- Make sure your new home is pet-friendly, and that any lease or rental agreement allows for pets.
- Plan for your pet’s transportation to the new location, whether it’s by car or by hiring a pet-moving service.
- Consider your pet’s emotional well-being during the move. Pets can become stressed and anxious during a move, so it’s important to keep their routine as normal as possible.
- Update your pet’s identification tags and microchip information with your new address and contact information.
- Research veterinarians and pet-related services in your new area before you move, so you can have them ready in case of an emergency.
- Make sure your pet’s vaccinations and medical records are up-to-date, and bring them with you during the move.
- Consider boarding your pet or finding a pet sitter for the day of the move to reduce stress on them.
- Pack a pet-specific moving box with essentials such as food, water, medications, toys, and bedding.
- Familiarise your pet with their new home before you move in, by taking them for visits or leaving a blanket or toy with familiar scent in the new home.