BASIC CARE: TRAVEL TIPS
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Planning a road trip this summer? Here are some tips on how to make your kitty's experience in the car as easy as possible.

A little while before you depart, remove your cat's food and water. This will reduce the risk of an accident while on the road.
Line the carrier with baby diapers. It makes for a soft and comfortable ride and also helps in case of accidents. (Cover the diapers with a sheet or large towel. This will prevent the cat from clawing up the diaper and in turn ingesting pieces of it.)
Please watch the temperature in the car. If it gets too hot, it can be dangerous for your cat.
Always have water available.
Bring a small amount of food along if it's a long ride.
Put a familiar toy in the carrier with him/her.
Talk to your cat often. He/she is bound to be upset, and your voice will be soothing to him/her.
If possible, stop every hour or so for a few minutes. Take this time to remove your cat from the carrier and give him/her some reassurance and attention.

(This information came from Connie H., Birgit F., Jennifer V., & Kim D. and can be found in our June 2001 Newsletter.)