Thanks for watching! I haven't done a harness training video, but it's certainly something I would consider. I don't recommend using harnesses in a car because they'd provide no protection in the event of an accident. The cat really needs to be inside something that will keep them in place and protected. Even soft carriers belted into a seat will keep the cat from harm in the event of a sudden stop or impact.
thank you for the video! We have been on several weeks-long road trips with our cat (last one finished yesterday), but always helpful to hear different opinions and suggestions, that more coincide with our experiences! I've noticed that our cat tends to meowingly ask to stop as soon as we leave in the morning. We usually choose a green, secluded place with no people in the distance (and no noise or voices) to walk him for a while. For example, a rest area, possibly a forest without undergrowth. Then he gets tired and sleeps until lunch. In this way we have been able to drive for up to 700 km with no problems. Usually, we leave him in the carrier, but he really likes to sleep on the back window, on his pillow. Tied to a seat belt, of course. He controls everything from there. Over the years he has gotten used to it and things are better now. Much better than traveling by plane, anyway, that is always a problem, as we leave in a small island. One more suggestion: apply a GPS to them (there are many available on the market with phone SIM), on a DIFFERENT collar than the harness, so if he get free he is still traceable. Last but not least: if google maps say the trip will need, let's say, hours, plan for the double, so you have plenty of opportunities to stop and let him walk and get tired.
My cat only wants to sit on my lap during car drives which isn't the best. If I keep him in any sort of carrier, he would meow all the time and start panting from stress.
Be careful. Sitting in your lap in the car is very dangerous for your cat. He really needs to be in a carrier, even if he dislikes it. I recommend leaving the carrier out at home so he gets used to it. Treats will help him learn to like it and they can be used during car trips too.
If the cats are friendly to one another, then it depends on whether or not you have someone else there to help. You can certainly take out more than one cat at once, but each cat should have their own carrier and each cat should be offered treats throughout the entire car ride. :)
@@KittyHelpDesk Thank you for sharing that! I think they should have their own carrier as well even though they're a bonded pair, we got them in November at 3 months old and they're from the same litter. My partner suggests they stay in the same carrier and even if they want to be in the same carrier I think it would be best if we had a second carrier with us if not just for them to decide if they might want to be separate or have more room to stretch out. We plan on going on many adventures with our kitties. Thanks again for your reply!
Miss Kitty loves to ride in the car...once she is in the car in her crate. I never thought about letting the crate sit out for her. I will start. Don't plan on any car trips except the vet but I do take her for rides now & again. And treats afterward & always after the vet. I am going on a trip in May. I wish I could find a sitter for her but not sure if someone would like cleaning the litter box...lol. We usually board her & she seems to be ok, always glad to see me when I pick her up though. Great video, I learned a few things.
Thank you! We are from Ontario and have just recently adopted a 7-month-old kitten who we plan to take to Florida with us this winter. Even though that 2-3 day road trip is 5 months away, I can’t stop thinking about the potential of this being the trip from hell. I love your tips (especially the one where you suggest, when all else fails, sneaking the cat into a hotel) 😂. My cat already loves her carrier, which is great, but your suggestion of random car rides for no reason… with treats… is brilliant! Thanks for this video! ❤
Try not to worry too much. Cats are highly adaptable. Yes, he will be uncomfortable, and he will complain, but it will only be for a limited time. Good luck!
