How can I calm my cat while traveling?

Here are a few things you can do to make kitty's ride less stressful. Play classical music specifically composed for cats and/or purring sounds. Through a Cat's ear and purr apps are great options. Spray Feliway, a calming pheromone, in your car and/or the carrier 10- 15 minutes prior to your cat entering.



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Confine your pet Use a pet restraint, preferably a hard-shelled crate, to keep your cat contained in the car. If you're flying to your new home, follow your airline's recommendations for the proper crate or carrier. Make sure the carrier is secured and level in a seat with a vent pointing toward it for ventilation.

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Calming Herbs for Cats Chamomile: One of the most widely used herbal remedies in the world, chamomile is thought to work by altering neurotransmitter levels in the brain—for example, by binding to the same receptors that are used by medications like diazepam (Valium®).

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As much as you might like to have your kitty join you on vacation, cats are creatures of habit and probably won't care much for the change in routine and scenery a vacation offers. Some cats become very nervous in unfamiliar situations, like cars. They might start meowing loudly or even get sick.

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