Checklist Before Traveling with Your Cat

• Wherever you’re traveling, your cat will need a comfortable long-distance cat carrier. Cat-in-the-Bag’s Cozy Comfort Carrier is the best way to travel with a cat because it’s soft, roomy, and seat-belt ready!
• If you’re traveling with your cat by car, take practice drives to prepare for your longer trip. Don forget to plan for breaks!
• Your cat’s travel checklist should include food and water bowls, a litter box, treats, and comfort items like their favorite blanket.
• Make sure your cat’s vaccinations are updated, that their microchip info is accurate, and that your accommodations are cat-friendly before traveling. Consider leash and harness training if you plan to let your cat out of their carrier.

Traveling with your cat makes things twice as fun and sometimes twice as stressful. Because now you must not only pack your own essentials but theirs, too. And that’s not even counting the other million little things you should do!

While it feels like too much to take on, traveling with your kitty can become easy (yes, really) with the right prep. Use this cat travel checklist from Cat-in-the-Bag for happier, more comfortable travels!

Get a Comfortable Long-Distance Cat Carrier

Your kitty will be spending a lot of time in their cat carrier so it should be comfortable! Look for a cat carrier that’s roomy enough for your cat to comfortably stand, sit, lie down, and turn around, like the Cozy Comfort Carrier at Cat-in-the-Bag. Our carrier is the best way to travel with a cat thanks to features like:

• Soft and Sturdy Construction: Made of 100% cotton, our soft cat carrier provides a cozy environment for your travel companion to relax in. Plus, it’ss scratch- and snag-resistant for extra security while traveling with your cat.

• Heads-Out Design: Your cat is securely and gently restrained, but doesn’t feel confined! Our cat carriers at Cat-in-the-Bag let your kitty see the world around them to minimize travel anxiety.

• Seat-Belt Pass-Through Loop: Our seat-belt ready design means safer, more secure car rides. Just slide your seat belt through the loop on your cat bag and clip them in!

• Easy to Store: Once you reach your destination, you can simply fold your bag and tuck it away.

**Make sure you get your cat used to their carrier for easier, less-stressful travels!

Ensure Your Cat’s Vaccinations are Up-to-Date

It s VERY important to visit the vet before traveling with your cat. Make sure all their shots are current and that there are no health problems that would physically stress them.

Traveling internationally? Your cat;s rabies vaccination must be completed at least 28 days before travel!

Update Their Microchip Info

Microchips are only successful if the information is accurate. Make sure your address, phone number, and other details are updated.

Take Practice Drives with Your Cat

The car is often considered the best way to travel with a cat because you don need to worry about health certificates and security lines. But it’s not so easy if your cat is only used to short drives, like going to the vet’s office. Cats traveling in cars should be acclimated to their environments to reduce any travel anxiety.

Try traveling short distances with your cat, and gradually increase the duration and distance as they get more comfortable. Make sure to bring treats to put them at ease and reward them for their good behavior!

Leash-Train Your Cat

Have a more adventurous cat? You’ll want to harness and leash-train before traveling with your cat. It’ll give them the freedom to safely explore new sights and smells.

Gather and Pack Your Cat’s Essentials

Forgetting your toothbrush is unfortunate. But forgetting one of your cat’s essentials is a no-go (and we think they’d agree). Use this cat travel checklist as you pack:

• Long-distance cat carrier like Cat-in-the-Bag’s Cozy Comfort Carrier
• Acci-don’ts disposable liners
• Food and water bowls
• Food
• Treats to reward them after getting in the car, for potty breaks, and more
• Litter box and litter
• Toys
• Whatever else makes your cat feel at home – blankets, a small scratching post, etc.

Are Your Accommodations Cat-Friendly?

No one wants to reach their accommodations only to realize they’re not as cat-friendly as you thought. In addition to checking their policies, let them know that you’re traveling with your cat so everything’s ready for your arrival.

Plan for Road Trip Breaks

The best way to travel with a cat is different for every cat parent. But the one thing that remains the same: the need to prepare. Planning for road trip breaks is especially important, allowing your tired kitty to stretch their legs, eat, and take a litter break. Follow these tips when traveling with your cat by car:

• Plan to stop every 5 to 6 hours
• Offer them small amounts of fresh water and food
• Bring a travel litter box
• Use a harness and leash when you let them out of their cat carrier

Make Traveling with Your Cat More Enjoyable

The best way to travel with a cat is with Cat-in-the-Bag’s long-distance cat carrier! Our soft bag keeps them secure, provides more comfort, and helps ease cat stress, giving you peace of mind as you travel. We also suggest following our cat travel checklist. After all, it’s better to be overprepared than underprepared!