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Cats, Cat Carriers and Travel with Cats

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Cat carriers have their place too in the world of cats. Anyone planning travel with cats, needs to think about the importance of a good cat carrier. As with dog carriers, a good cat carrier should have certaom features that have your cats safety and comfort in mind. These include:

  • Removeable padded bottoms
  • Elasticized safety collar
  • Side mesh panelling (for ventilation)
  • Top flap closure (keeping an agitated pet inside)
  • Weight (a lightweight cat carrier is best especially for long trips or airline travel)
  • Padding (for softness and comfort)
  • Straps (consider for your cat's back support as well as your own)
  • A good cat carrier may not have all these features, but that depends on what you have in mind for travel with your cat. Certainly, if you are planning to travel with your cat, whether you intend to use a car or plane, you should consider some type of cat carrier. This is required for airline travel and may be an important safety consideration if you are travelling by car even if such travel is just a short trip to the veterinarian. Cats appear to have a sixth sense and know when the visit with the vet is imminent. There could be nothing worse than a cat freaking out in your car without any safety restraint at all.

    A crate like cat carrier will make your cat feel very secure. Most cats enjoy a confined space when they are nervous. Notice how they tighten into a ball against your elbow when they're scared? A front style cat carrier may also be a good choice for this reason. Your cat will be comforted by the close contact, petting and familiar smell. If you are travelling with your cat on an airplane, you should contact the airline to make sure that your cat carrier meets the airline's guidelines for cat carriers in terms of ventilation, closure and so forth. You may want to also make sure that your cat has a current identification tag with your contact information. Familiarize your cat with a new cat carrier prior to travel.

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    Sherpa-Lite-Green Microfiber Carrier by Sherpa
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    KYJEN Outward Hound Sling-Go-Pet Sling Carrier for Dogs, Cats and Small Animals
    $27.00
    Sherpa Backpack Black Microfiber Great Versatility
    Sherpa Backpack, Black Microfiber--Great Versatility
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    Sport Carrier on Wheels Cranberry by Pet Voyage
    Sport Carrier on Wheels Cranberry by Pet Voyage
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    Sport Frontpack Pet Carrier Medium Grey
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    Sherpa Cat Tote Carriers
    Sherpa Cat Tote Carriers
    $78.00
    Pink Sherpa Tote Around Town
    Pink Sherpa Tote Around Town
    $63.00
     Sherpa All in One Backpack Brown Pink
    Sherpa All-in-One Backpack - Brown / Pink
    $73.00
    AKC Standard Carrier for Pets
    AKC -Standard Carrier for Pets
    $55.00
       

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