Tips for Preparing Your Pet For a Long Distance Move in Canada

Moving a live animal long distances to or from Toronto, ON or elsewhere in Canada can present a number of challenges, and in this blog post we’ll go over a number of tips to help you prepare for moving your pets safely and comfortably.

Microchipping your pet

Make sure to arrange to microchip your pet at least 2 weeks before your move so there’s plenty of time to register a second contact, as this could make the difference in keeping track of your beloved pet. This is a great way to track your pets should they go missing for any reason during your travels; and you can also add a second contact.

Familiarize your pet with its crate.

It is important that you purchase a crate that is sturdy and has enough space for your pet to be comfortable during the journey. In fact, for most pets travelling by airlines, a properly sized crate will be mandatory.

An extra way to help your pet’s feel better during the move is to allow them to spend time in the crate prior to moving day. We recommend doing this well in advance so that your pet has enough time to adapt to their new environment. Another good way to make them feel comfortable is to associate their new crate with some reward i.e. let them eat and sleep in the crate.

Exercise

Another way to make sure that your pet feels comfortable in their crate is to provide them with a sufficient amount of exercise before your moving date. Start increasing the length of your pet’s walks from the usual time prior to the move so that they feel quite tired during the move. Not only will this prevent your pet from getting antsy and wanting to escape, it will also significantly reduce their stress levels during the moving process.

Pack all the necessary supplies

Depending on what kind of transport your pet will be taken by to your new home, there will be different amounts of pet accessories you are allowed to take. However, it’s always important to pack as much as you can, as well as extras of everything your pet may need during the move, including any medication they may need to take, food, toys to keep them entertained, litter bags, leashes and grooming equipment.

Preparing your pet for a move is always going to be a challenging process, but if you do your research, take every precaution you can, then there won’t be a reason why your pet won’t reach your new home safely and happily.

About Viktoria Van Lines Toronto

Viktoria Van Lines Toronto is a professional Toronto moving and storage company, providing high quality local and long distance moving services throughout the GTA, Southern Ontario and across Canada. Thanks to our country-wide network we are also able to service our clients’ long distance moving needs throughout Canada.

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