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A cat carrier is vital for transporting your pet in a vehicle, but there may come a time when you need one and don't have one. Here is a foolproof alternative to use in a pinch.
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There's no need to buy a fancy cat carrier when you can make your own with simple household items, such as a laundry basket and twine. When you're done with the cat carrier, simply take it apart and you're ready to do laundry, or you can use it to hold cat toys.
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The first thing to keep in mind when you bring a new cat into your home is to make the transition as easy as possible. When you first arrive to pick up your new cat you should try to be as relaxed as possible. Cats can sense people’s emotions, so if you are calm and relaxed he is more likely to be calm and relaxed. Talk to your new cat in a soft, soothing voice and pet him. Scratch his chin, behind his ears and snuggle with him prior to putting him into a cat carrier. Most cats will howl and cry while they are in a cat carrier, so be sure to talk to him in a calm and soothing voice during the drive to his new home.
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Newborn kittens still need constant care and warmth, even when they're weaned from their mother. Sometimes you don't have access to an expensive cat carrier to keep your kitten safe. You can make a temporary bed or cage yourself with things you may have around your house until you litter box and house train the kitten.
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Sneezing in cats can be caused by something as simple as an irritant like an errant hair tickling their nose or as complex as an allergy or a serious illness. While continuous sneezing is cause for a trip to the vet, there are some ways to "troubleshoot" your sneezing cat before you stuff him in the cat carrier and make him ride, complaining loudly, all the way to the doctor's office.
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The cat carrier. Nothing strikes more fear into the heart of a cat --- or his human --- than the sight of that dreaded cat-sized plastic cage. But getting a cat into a cage does not have to be a battle. All it takes is some preparation, confidence and a positive attitude. Here are some suggestions for getting your cat packed up and ready to travel.
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Pet carriers differ from crates primarily in their size. Crates are larger and typically used strictly for dogs, while small carriers (often with handles) transport small animals like cats. Carriers can be plastic, wicker or any other kind of sturdy material and have openings in the front or on top that close with secure latches. Any time you travel with your small pet, it is essential to bring along a reliable carrier. It's simple to learn to select good pet carriers.
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Any cat owner knows there's a big difference between caring for a clever cat and a more... shall we say "simple-minded" cat. The simple-minded ones never see you coming. But the clever ones seem to know what you're planning as soon as you do. They smell the medicine, or hear you getting the cat carrier out of the closet, and suddenly they're nowhere to be found. Here's how to trick your wily cat into what's good for it.
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