5 Tips For Keeping Your Pets Safe When Moving

Moving to a new home can be an exciting experience, but it often presents challenges when it comes to relocating with pets. Pets are sensitive to changes in their surroundings, which potentially complicates the process. To ensure a smooth transition, particularly if you’re moving interstate, planning with your pets’ safety and comfort is important. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some tips for a pet-friendly move designed to keep your furry friends happy and secure throughout the journey.

One of the first steps to a smooth pet-inclusive move is choosing a removalist who understands the unique needs of pet owners. Greater Newcastle Removals offers professional removal services across Queensland, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, and South Australia, with options tailored to minimise stress on you and your pet.

Key considerations to discuss with your removalists:

• Pet-friendly transport options to ensure a safe journey
• Timing and logistics for flexible or direct transport based on your pet’s needs
• Handling of crates or pet items for easy access upon arrival

A travel kit can make the moving journey smoother by ensuring you have everything your pet needs. This essential kit should contain familiar items to keep your pet comfortable and calm during the trip.

Consider including the following:

• Food and water bowls with enough supply for the entire journey
• Favourite toys and blankets to provide comfort and reduce anxiety
• Necessary medications and vet records, especially for long moves
• Waste bags or litter supplies for stops along the way
• Grooming tools to help keep them comfortable and fresh

Safety is paramount when transporting pets, especially on long interstate journeys. Invest in a sturdy, well-ventilated carrier that provides space and comfort for your pet. Ensure the carrier is secure in your vehicle or meets airline guidelines if you’re flying.

Tips for preparing your pet for carrier travel:

• Introduce the carrier early: Leave it open at home so your pet gets used to it as a safe space.
• Add familiar bedding or toys to make it feel more like home.
• Secure the carrier with a seatbelt in your car to avoid unnecessary movement.

Pets thrive on routine, and maintaining their usual schedule can provide a comforting sense of normalcy. In the days leading up to your move, try to keep feeding times, walks, and playtime consistent.

On a moving day:

• Keep your pet in a quiet room away from the packing activity until everything is ready.
• Maintain regular feeding and bathroom breaks even if the day is busy.

After arriving at your new home, help your pet adjust by introducing them to one room at a time. Start with a quiet space filled with familiar items like their bed, toys, and food bowls.

Steps to help them acclimatise

• Allow them to explore gradually, starting with a single room.
• Provide plenty of positive reinforcement to encourage confidence in the new environment.
• Monitor their behaviour for signs of stress, like hiding or reduced appetite, and give them time to adjust.

At Greater Newcastle Removals, we’re committed to making your interstate move seamless and stress-free for you and your pets. Our interstate removalists in Newcastle offer flexible and reliable options, from cost-effective backloading to exclusive removals, ensuring that your belongings—and your pet’s essentials—arrive safely. Contact us today for a custom quote and discover how we can help you with interstate removals.