"Whether you're moving to a small apartment in Santa Monica, CA , or a four-bedroom house in Buffalo, NY , moving is a big disruption for everyone in your household, especially pets. Dogs and cats thrive on routine, and a new home comes with unfamiliar smells, sounds, and layouts. With a little planning and patience, you can make the move safer and less stressful for your pets - and for you."
"Schedule a vet visit. Make sure vaccines are up to date and ask for copies of medical records. If you're moving far, request recommendations for a new vet. Update ID and microchip info. You want your new address tied to your pet's tag and microchip the move. Re-stock comfort essentials. Have favorite food, treats, medications, calming aids, and a familiar blanket ready."
"Practice with carriers or crates. Leave the carrier or crate you plan to use in the move out in the open with treats inside so they feel safe, and don't associate it with stress. Look into pet rules at your new home. HOA or rental policies , weight limits, pet deposits, breed restrictions, and leash rules are all worth knowing upfront."
Moving disrupts pets' routines and introduces unfamiliar smells, sounds, and layouts that increase anxiety. Early planning helps pets adjust by scheduling a vet visit, updating vaccinations and medical records, and obtaining recommendations for a new veterinarian when relocating far. Update ID tags and microchip information so the new address is linked before the move. Prepare comfort essentials such as preferred food, treats, medications, calming aids, and familiar blankets. Introduce carriers or crates ahead of time by leaving them out with treats so pets associate them with safety. Confirm HOA or rental pet policies, weight limits, deposits, breed restrictions, and leash rules at the new home.
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