The 8-Week Pet Move Checklist
To Do: 8th Week
7th Week
- Contact moving companies or rental trucks for estimates.
- If you're moving cross-country and traveling by auto, plan ahead and purchase the best in carriers, supplies, first-aid kits, and more.
- If you're moving your pet by plane, call the various carriers for their rules and regulations. Then purchase what you'll need.
- And while you're at it, you might make your plane reservation now.
6th Week
- Make check-up appointment for your pet. Ask for a copy of your pet's medical history. And be sure to ask about vaccination requirements for your new location.
5th Week
- Consider getting a pet ID now with your emergency telephone number for the trip.
4th Week
- Give notice to your landlord.
- Be prepared—find the local veterinarians in your new neighborhood.
3rd Week
- If you're moving by auto, start a list of items you'll need. For example, collapsible dishes, auto barriers, favorite toys, etc.
- If your pet is unused to car travel, try taking a few "practice" jaunts. If necessary, you might ask your veterinarian about "car sickness" medicine.
2nd Week
- Whether you're using movers or moving yourself, it's time to decide what to do with your pet, while your stuff's being unloaded and hauled in. (Think about some new toys or catnip.)
- Another great idea is to treat Spike or Spot to a flea dip before you move into your new digs.
1st Week
- Time to do what you're going to do with your pets while unpacking at your new place. You might want to lock the cat in the bathroom or perhaps arrange for a sitter and/or vacation in the pet hotel.
- Easy now, you're almost already ready to go.
Moving Day
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