--- title: "Tips for Moving with Pets | Foreman Property Group" description: "Tips for Moving with Pets\n\nMoving to a new home can be an exciting adventure, but it can also be a stressful experience, especially when you have furry, fe" lang: en json-ld: | { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "headline": "Tips for Moving with Pets", "description": "Tips for Moving with Pets\n\nMoving to a new home can be an exciting adventure, but it can also be a stressful experience, especially when you have furry, fe", "datePublished": "2023-11-09", "author": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Foreman Property Group", "url": "https://foremanpropertygroup.com" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Foreman Property Group", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://foremanpropertygroup.com/logo.png" } }, "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://foremanpropertygroup.com/blog/tips-for-moving-with-pets" } } --- [![Foreman Property Group logo](/assets/logo-CRY3YUas.png)](/) - [Home](/) - Search - Neighborhoods - Buyers - Sellers - [About](/about) - [Blog](/blog) - [Contact](/contact) [Back to Blog](/blog) November 9, 2023 Real Estate Foreman Property Group # Tips for Moving with Pets Tips for Moving with Pets Moving to a new home can be an exciting adventure, but it can also be a stressful experience, especially when you have furry, feathered, or scaly family members to consider. Pets are an integral part of our lives, and ensuring their comfort and well-being during a move is crucial. 1\. Start Preparing Early Moving is a process that often takes weeks of planning, and your pets should be a part of that plan from the beginning. Start by gathering all necessary documents, such as medical records, identification tags, and licenses, in a dedicated folder. 2\. Visit the Veterinarian Before your move, schedule a visit to the veterinarian to ensure your pets are up-to-date on vaccinations and in good health. Your vet can provide advice, medication if needed, and additional tips for traveling with pets. 3\. Update Identification and Microchips Ensure your pets have proper identification. If your contact information has changed or your pet doesn't have a microchip, consider getting one. 4\. Plan Your Route If you're driving to your new home, plan your route carefully. Take into consideration pet-friendly stops, rest areas, and pet-friendly accommodations along the way. 5\. Acclimate Your Pet to the Carrier For many pets, traveling in a carrier can be a stressful experience. Leave the carriers open and accessible in the weeks leading up to the move. 6\. Maintain a Routine Pets thrive on routine, so try to keep their daily schedule as consistent as possible. 7\. Pack a Pet Travel Kit Prepare a travel kit specifically for your pets including food, water, medications, toys, bedding, and other essentials. 8\. Travel with Familiar Items Bringing along familiar items from your old home can provide comfort to your pets during the transition. 9\. Find Pet-Friendly Accommodations If you're staying in hotels along the way, be sure to book pet-friendly accommodations in advance. 10\. Make Rest Stops During long journeys, plan regular rest stops to allow your pets to stretch their legs, relieve themselves, and get some fresh air. 11\. Be Cautious with Air Travel If you're flying to your new home, research pet-friendly airlines and their policies, and book a direct flight whenever possible. 12\. Train Your Pet for Travel If your pet is not used to traveling, consider taking short trips in the car before the big move. 13\. Pet-Proof Your New Home Before moving into your new home, pet-proof it to ensure their safety. 14\. Update Your Contact Information Once you arrive at your new home, update your contact information on your pet's identification tags and microchip. 15\. Allow Time to Adjust Moving can be overwhelming for pets, and they may take some time to acclimate to their new surroundings. 16\. Maintain Their Routine As soon as you've settled into your new home, try to reestablish your pet's routine as closely as possible. 17\. Explore the New Neighborhood Take the time to explore your new neighborhood with your pets. 18\. 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