A very overlooked but absolutely important thing when owning a cat will definitely be a career. Owners will already purchase litter boxes, toys, bowls, and scratchers, but many times, a carrier will be awkwardly placed at the bottom of the list or completely overlooked.
We cannot stress enough how important a carrier is to a cat's safety. Even the most docile person can be startled by a sudden loud noise and jump out of their owner's arms into the street, potentially causing a major accident.
But with so many options available on the market, owners can get confused about which carrier is right for their feline friends. Every cat and owner has different preferences, so there is never a one-size-fits-all choice. However we can list the criteria that can be considered if you are planning to buy a carrier.
Safety and Durability
Choose a good quality sturdy plastic or metal wire model. Fabric carriers can be attractive for aesthetic purposes, but don't last long and can tear or fall easily. Even cats can surprisingly (or not!) get out of a zipper!
Entry and Exit
We recommend a carrier with both top and front openings. Top-opening carriers enable you to easily put your cat in and out of the top if your cat is not carrier-trained. Front-loading carriers that also have the option to remove the entire top are helpful because they can be split in the middle and the top half removed. Not only is it easier to get your cat in and out, but it's also more convenient because your cat can stay under the carrier during vet checkups. Cats can feel safer and less anxious when they can stay in their carrier during checkups.
Size
The carrier should be large enough for your cat to sit, adjust position and lie down comfortably, but still be comfortable enough so that the journey doesn't feel like an amusement park ride. Although they come in many sizes, even small carriers can be too big for a small kitten. In this case, lining the bottom of the carrier with a thick blanket or towel will help keep it comfortable and prevent it from slipping and sliding during travel. As your kitten grows, be sure to adjust the carrier to support its growing size and weight.
Easy to Clean
In general, sturdy plastic carriers are easier to clean than cloth ones because they have a leak-proof bottom and are easy to clean. Many cats mess up, urinate, or defecate inside their carriers during travel due to stress and anxiety, and easy-to-clean carriers allow the vet's exam room team to thoroughly clean the interior. allow Allow so your cat doesn't have to ride home. In elimination or vomit residue or odor.
Ventilation and Privacy
Our feline friends love privacy, especially when in unfamiliar territory. Look for a carrier that offers some form of visual shielding, yet with good ventilation. If it is difficult to find a carrier with both options, a simple solution would be to cover the carrier with a towel while traveling. This will significantly reduce your cat's chances of experiencing motion sickness or an upset stomach.
After purchasing the correct carrier, make sure the inside of the carrier's outer shell and the blanket/towel are sprayed with a calming pheromone spray (such as Flea Way) and leave the carrier in an area of the house where Make your cat easily accessible. To make sure she can become friendly with him (see our blog Career and Stress for more information).
At The Pet Hub we offer cardboard carriers at no extra cost. However, these are only temporary and always advise consumers to buy durable ones to ensure the safety of their cats.
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