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. more »

It’s a rare cat that enjoys being put into a cat carrier, but sometimes it’s necessary. To avoid a terrible battle, try this simple technique for putting him or her into the carrier. more »

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. more »

Learn how to travel without a crate or carrier when traveling with a cat in this free how-to video clip. more »

Few cats are willing to sit calmly in the car, so cat owners need some sort of device to transport them from home to car and car to veterinary office. You could spend $15, $30 or even $100 for a storebought cat carrier, or you could save money and make your own. Perhaps the cheapest carrier you can fashion consists of a cardboard box poked full of air holes, but you can do better. more »

Having trouble putting your squirming cat into its carrier? Learn the easiest way to putting your feline friend into this caged dwelling without any struggle. more »

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. more »

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. more »

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. more »