If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. |
|
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
#1
|
|||
|
|||
Ideas for transporting a cat long distance?
Hello again--I used to post here a couple of years ago, and yours truly,
prodigal daughter, has returned to the fold in search of information and help with a problem. Basically, what is the best way to transport a cat long-distance from Boston to Sacramento, if a human can't actually fly out to deliver it and then head back home? Without getting into the whole long and sordid story (and trust me, it's both), my housemate and I are looking after a friend's very sweet 15-year-old female black cat named Bast, who we can't keep due to imminent Armageddon on the part of my 2 cats in reaction to the usurper's arrival this evening. However, we have been able to contact a friend of the original owner in Sacramento, and Bast can have a home out there, with either the original owner or the friend. *Now* the question is...how to get her out there? None of us can afford to board a plane with her, fly to Sacramento, drop her off and then turn around and head home, so that's out of the question. We *could* pay to have her flown out there by herself, although we're not sure how much that would cost (we can't afford to pay too much, alas), and we're admittedly concerned about the idea of her spending several hours in the cargo hold. I know a couple of years ago that, when a poster in the Northwest had to give up her cat, another poster in the Midwest took him in, and some kind of long-distance truck transportation was arranged by various caring individuals, but I don't remember the details, or even know if such a thing would be feasible. Suggestions, anyone? Bast is an older cat, but in very good health; she is, however, rather high-strung, so I don't doubt prodigious amounts of tranquilizers will be needed to make her trip less than traumatic for her--we just want to do this as quickly, cheaply, and comfortably for her as possible, and any reasonable ideas anyone has will be gratefully listened to. Thanks, Robin the mad photographer (catmom to Jezebel and Delenn, who are NOT happy about the new arrival--she's in the living room with my housemate, who's going to sleep with her tonight; he's known her for several years, and should be a comfort to her, while I have to attempt to keep the peace with my girls) I am happy to be an American. Nowhere else could a Jew with a giant nose engage in tongue play with an African American with a fabulous tush after winning an Academy Award on live television for playing a Holocaust survivor and not have someone declare a holy war against us. |
#2
|
|||
|
|||
Robin wrote:
my housemate and I are looking after a friend's very sweet 15-year-old female black cat named Bast, who we can't keep due to imminent Armageddon on the part of my 2 cats in reaction to the usurper's arrival this evening. If you bring a new cat into the house and put her with your cats right away Armageddon is to be expected and happens in almost every circumstance. There is absolutely no reason you need to send this cat elsewhere. Separating her from the others and then doing a *slow* and *correct* introduction will result in the cats being able to live together. Put the new cat in a room of her own for a few days and let her get used to her new suroundings and settle in before you even attempt to start the introduction process. You can learn how to do a proper introduction he http://www.catsinternational.org/art...roduction.html I also highly recommend that you buy or build a screen door for the room the new cat is in and put it up after a few days so the cats can see each other without being able to physically interact. This is extremely helpful in getting the cats acclimated to each other before you attempt to let them meet face to face and will help you to guage their progress and decide when physical meetings can be attempted. You can see a photo diary of an introduction by clicking on my photo album link and looking at the album titled "Duffy: The Introduction." Take your time and don't rush things and you should have success. Expect it to take a few weeks. Megan "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawing http://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album: http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray |
#3
|
|||
|
|||
Robin wrote:
my housemate and I are looking after a friend's very sweet 15-year-old female black cat named Bast, who we can't keep due to imminent Armageddon on the part of my 2 cats in reaction to the usurper's arrival this evening. If you bring a new cat into the house and put her with your cats right away Armageddon is to be expected and happens in almost every circumstance. There is absolutely no reason you need to send this cat elsewhere. Separating her from the others and then doing a *slow* and *correct* introduction will result in the cats being able to live together. Put the new cat in a room of her own for a few days and let her get used to her new suroundings and settle in before you even attempt to start the introduction process. You can learn how to do a proper introduction he http://www.catsinternational.org/art...roduction.html I also highly recommend that you buy or build a screen door for the room the new cat is in and put it up after a few days so the cats can see each other without being able to physically interact. This is extremely helpful in getting the cats acclimated to each other before you attempt to let them meet face to face and will help you to guage their progress and decide when physical meetings can be attempted. You can see a photo diary of an introduction by clicking on my photo album link and looking at the album titled "Duffy: The Introduction." Take your time and don't rush things and you should have success. Expect it to take a few weeks. Megan "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawing http://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album: http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray |
#4
|
|||
|
|||
|
#5
|
|||
|
|||
|
#6
|
|||
|
|||
"Robin Colleen Moore" wrote in message . .. Basically, what is the best way to transport a cat long-distance from Boston to Sacramento, if a human can't actually fly out to deliver it and then head back home? Without getting into the whole long and sordid story (and trust me, it's both), my housemate and I are looking after a friend's very sweet 15-year-old female black cat named Bast, who we can't keep due to imminent Armageddon on the part of my 2 cats in reaction to the usurper's arrival this evening. Thanks, Why not first try to integrate Bast into your own household? The basic problem here is that you tried to move *much* too rapidly. I have written a fairly lengthy document on how I introduced Duffy to Holly (a cat we previously called "the black tornado" because she would attack every cat in sight). I always thought it would be impossible to bring any other cat into Holly's presence, but my mistake (like yours) was that I did not use the correct techniques and did not give it enough time. Please send an e-mail request to me if you would like to receive a copy. (The e-mail address attached to this message is correct except that you need to *take out the litter* first.) MaryL (take out the litter to reply) Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' http://tinyurl.com/8y54 (Introducing Duffy to Holly) http://tinyurl.com/8y56 (Duffy and Holly "settle in") |
#7
|
|||
|
|||
"Robin Colleen Moore" wrote in message . .. Basically, what is the best way to transport a cat long-distance from Boston to Sacramento, if a human can't actually fly out to deliver it and then head back home? Without getting into the whole long and sordid story (and trust me, it's both), my housemate and I are looking after a friend's very sweet 15-year-old female black cat named Bast, who we can't keep due to imminent Armageddon on the part of my 2 cats in reaction to the usurper's arrival this evening. Thanks, Why not first try to integrate Bast into your own household? The basic problem here is that you tried to move *much* too rapidly. I have written a fairly lengthy document on how I introduced Duffy to Holly (a cat we previously called "the black tornado" because she would attack every cat in sight). I always thought it would be impossible to bring any other cat into Holly's presence, but my mistake (like yours) was that I did not use the correct techniques and did not give it enough time. Please send an e-mail request to me if you would like to receive a copy. (The e-mail address attached to this message is correct except that you need to *take out the litter* first.) MaryL (take out the litter to reply) Photos of Duffy and Holly: 'o' http://tinyurl.com/8y54 (Introducing Duffy to Holly) http://tinyurl.com/8y56 (Duffy and Holly "settle in") |
#8
|
|||
|
|||
What is the problem with shipping them cargo? My cats will be shipped
cargo from Germany to California next Monday and based on my research it is relatively safe. I have specifically chosen Lufthansa since they have an excellent track record and a good reputation for transporting animals. They will be in a special fully climatized cargo hold and can be dropped of 90 minutes before take off. I have chosen a transport unit big enough for them to move around or hide and to put their favourite sleeping blanket in there. Taking them into the passenger cabin is not always possible since there is weight limitations (cat and carrier must not weigh more than 8kg and my tomcat is huge). The only thing I haven't decided on is whether to sedate them or not. They have an appointment with the vet on Wednesday for the health certificate and I will probably just follow his advice in regards to sedation. While I know that it will be very stressful for them I am pretty confident that things will work out just fine. If not I am going to raise hell. In regards to the original inquiry about how to get the cat to Sacramento, there is plenty of companies around that will move the cat. Check out http://www.ipata.com/company.htm . Pricing should be relatively reasonable moving my cats from Germany to CA is about $250 per cat (includes buying the cage also the one I picked is larger than necessary (airline rules) which increased the cost by about $60). |
#9
|
|||
|
|||
What is the problem with shipping them cargo? My cats will be shipped
cargo from Germany to California next Monday and based on my research it is relatively safe. I have specifically chosen Lufthansa since they have an excellent track record and a good reputation for transporting animals. They will be in a special fully climatized cargo hold and can be dropped of 90 minutes before take off. I have chosen a transport unit big enough for them to move around or hide and to put their favourite sleeping blanket in there. Taking them into the passenger cabin is not always possible since there is weight limitations (cat and carrier must not weigh more than 8kg and my tomcat is huge). The only thing I haven't decided on is whether to sedate them or not. They have an appointment with the vet on Wednesday for the health certificate and I will probably just follow his advice in regards to sedation. While I know that it will be very stressful for them I am pretty confident that things will work out just fine. If not I am going to raise hell. In regards to the original inquiry about how to get the cat to Sacramento, there is plenty of companies around that will move the cat. Check out http://www.ipata.com/company.htm . Pricing should be relatively reasonable moving my cats from Germany to CA is about $250 per cat (includes buying the cage also the one I picked is larger than necessary (airline rules) which increased the cost by about $60). |
#10
|
|||
|
|||
|
|
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
Vet Tech Journals 17 (long) | Mischief | Cat anecdotes | 8 | December 5th 04 12:07 AM |
The Neighborhood Battle (LONG) | Ginger-lyn Summer | Cat anecdotes | 13 | September 19th 03 03:42 AM |
Gem the Gray Kitten (long) | Annie Benson-Lennaman | Cat anecdotes | 21 | August 25th 03 01:02 AM |