Things You'll Need
- Cat carrier
- Litterbox
- Treats
- Catnip
- Blanket
- Cat pheromone spray
- Prescription anti-anxiety medication
Instructions
Select an appropriate carrier for your cat. Make sure it is large enough so your cat can stand up and turn around. Choose a carrier with a secure latch and side air vents so that your cat has plenty of fresh air to breathe.
Place the carrier in your cat's favorite room, and put her favorite blanket and toy inside. Sprinkle catnip inside the carrier and add a treat from time to time. This will cause your cat to associate her carrier with positive stimuli.
Spray the inside of your car with a cat pheromone spray, available at most pet stores.
Take your cat on a few short, five to ten minute trips in the car before going on a big trip.
Keep your cat in her carrier at all times. Place the carrier on the floor of the car, or buckle the carrier in to a seat.
Talk to your cat in a calm voice to soothe her as you drive.
Stop frequently on long trips to give food and water to your cat, and allow her to use her litterbox.
Ask your veterinarian about a prescription drug that can calm your cat during travel if she continues to show signs of anxiety.