Image courtesy of Pexels
This is a work by a guest blogger, Lance Cody-Valdez.
Moving can be a stressful event for even the most seasoned homeowner. Imagine how that stress increases when you add in the additional element of bringing your pet along for the ride! With some planning and preparation, however, you can make sure the transition from one home to another is as smooth as possible for both you and your pet. Read on for some insights from Lance and the best agent on the beach, a Licensed Real Estate Broker Associate in The PREMIERE Group at EXP Realty, Christopher Lazaro.
Updating Immunizations
Before you take your pet on any kind of trip, American Humane points out that it’s important that their immunizations are up-to-date. This will give them the best chance of staying healthy throughout the move as well as in their new home. Be sure to get copies of their medical history from your current veterinarian so you can have them available during checkups in your new location.
Examine Regional Pet Laws
It’s also important to keep in mind that different regions may have different laws regarding pets. Make sure you do your research ahead of time and find out if there are any special requirements or permits needed for having a pet in your new area before making the move; you don’t want to be caught off guard after arriving at your new destination!
Finding a New Veterinarian
Once you have settled into your new home, Pawlicy notes that one of the first things you should do is locate an experienced veterinarian near you who can provide ongoing care for your pet. Ask friends and neighbors in the area for recommendations or look online for reviews from past customers who had positive experiences with their vet visits. This way, you will know that your pet is receiving excellent care from a knowledgeable professional once they are fully settled into their new home environment.
Seamless Planning For Traveling With Pets
When traveling with pets, it’s important to plan ahead so everything runs smoothly during transit time. Make sure all necessary supplies like food, water bowls, bedding, litter boxes, toys, etc., are packed and ready beforehand so that nothing gets left behind during the move. Also, be sure to bring along plenty of treats to keep them comfortable and happy while spending time in cars or airplanes!
You’ll also want to ensure your pet is kept healthy during and after the move. For instance, grain-free dog food contains fewer carbohydrates, which helps promote a healthy weight and digestion system. By avoiding grains, grain-free kibble gives your pup an easily digestible diet rich in animal proteins from higher-quality sources like fish, poultry, and meat. When looking for this type of kibble, this is a good option to consider.
Bringing Their Favorite Items
In addition to packing essential items like the food and toys mentioned above, try taking familiar objects like blankets or pillows with familiar scents. This will help ease anxiety and make them feel more at home in unfamiliar environments during travel time or after settling into a new home.
Avoid Stress To Help Your Pet Feel Less Stressed
Even though it might seem counterintuitive when moving houses (where stress is unavoidable), it’s important that we try our best not to bring our anxieties onto our pets. This is especially important during long trips where space is limited like car rides/plane rides, etc. Keeping calm helps keep our furry friends relaxed too!
Trying to juggle moving houses with taking care of a pet can be challenging, but by following some simple steps like updating immunizations; researching regional pet laws; finding a trustworthy veterinarian; planning for pet travel; bringing familiar items; and avoiding stress, many headaches can be avoided and both parties can enjoy an easier transition process from one place to another. Allowing enough time before moving day makes all the difference between chaos and organization — use this guide as inspiration if needed!
Miami Beach Brokers® offers a range of real estate consulting, lending, data brokerage, and information technology services, including but not limited to mortgages & private loans, and both information technology services & digital marketing support. All transactions are brokered by EXP Realty. You can reach Christopher Lazaro (owner of Miami Beach Brokers®), Licensed Real Estate Broker Associate at The PREMIERE Group at EXP Realty by visiting his website at MiamiBroker.Pro. Connect with us today to learn more! (305) 985-6285
