Although you might hire professional movers to transport belongings to your new home, it’s your responsibility to keep household pets safe while they work. Accidentally stepping on a tail or leaving the front door open while loading the truck could lead to further serious animal injuries. To keep your pets safe and comfortable throughout the relocation process, follow the advice below. 

3 Tips for Moving With Pets

1. Keep Pets in a Closed-Off Room While Loading the Truck

Pets might react with curiosity or fear while watching movers carry boxes out of the home. Scared animals could flee through propped-open doors to get away from the situation, and rambunctious pets might use the opportunity to roam freely outdoors. Dogs and cats could accidentally run into the street and get hit, which is why you should keep them away from open doors. Put them in a closed-off room with a few toys to keep them entertained until it’s time to go. Place the pet carriers in a separate room to minimize agitation. 

2. Transport Animals In Your Personal Vehicle

Even if there’s plenty of space in the back, never transport animals in a moving truck. They could get too cold or overheated, heavy cargo could fall on their carriers, and it could be hard for them to breathe with the limited airflow. The movers will not be able to supervise the animals while they are loading and driving. To keep your animals safe, clear space to transport them inside the cabin of your own car.

3. Prepare a Kit With the Essentials

After you get to the new house, it could take weeks to unpack the numerous boxes stacked in every room. To make the transition easier for pets, pack a bag you can quickly access filled with the items that they use regularly. Make sure you know where the movers set this bag down in your new home. The kit should contain their food and bowls, making it easier to set up an eating station as soon as you get there. Include litter trays, favorite toys, bedding, cages, and pieces of clothing or blankets with your scent that they can keep close to remain calm. You should also pack any medication they may need.

If you are planning a relocation within Ohio or out of state, contact Carlton Movers for help. The Cincinnati-based movers transport clients’ belongings safely across 13 states in the Midwest and South. Their commitment to customers has earned the team the honor of being named the best movers by Cincinnati Magazine. To schedule an appointment, call (513) 579-0007. You can also reach out to the moving company online for more advice.