The cat carrier. Nothing strikes more fear into the heart of a cat --- or his human --- than the sight of that dreaded cat-sized plastic cage. But getting a cat into a cage does not have to be a battle. All it takes is some preparation, confidence and a positive attitude. Here are some suggestions for getting your cat packed up and ready to travel.
Instructions
Getting the Cat into the Carrier
1. Put the baby blanket or bath mat in the carrier. Sprinkle some catnip on the blanket or bath mat, and put the carrier in a spot where your cat will find it. Leave the door open, so he can go in to play with the catnip or take a nap. The carrier should always be out where he can nap in it. Never lock it away in a closet.
2. When it is time to travel, tell the cat where you're going and what will happen there. For instance, you could say, "We're going to see the vet. She loves cats, and she'll make you feel so much better." While cats may not understand every word we say, they pick up on our thoughts. If you think calming, reassuring thoughts, your cat will remain calm.
3. Spray Rescue Remedy inside the carrier. This homeopathic remedy will take the edge off your cat's anxiety. Most health food stores sell it.
4. With the door or top of the carrier open, take the carrier to the cat.
5. If you have a top-loading carrier, pick the cat up and put her inside. Pet her with one hand and close the top with the other. If you don't have a top-loading carrier, put the carrier beside the cat. Gently prod her inside.
6. If the cat resists, stand the carrier on end, and put him inside, back legs first. Hold the cat with one hand and close the door with the other.
7. If the cat still resists, wrap her securely in a towel. With the carrier standing on end, put her in the carrier, her back legs first. Again, hold the cat with one hand and close the door with the other.
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