Cat Transport

Cats travel in the aircraft holds and have similar conditions to deal with as Travelling Dogs.

Cats also generally travel well, but as with dogs, having familiar bedding (old t-shirt, towel etc) inside the travel box would help them to feel secure. Again, bedding must not block any ventilation holes on travel box. This would apply to cushion type beds.

As with dogs, old cats should be fine to travel if they are still healthy. Vet check before traveling, again, is advised.

Cat Travel Boxes

Not a cat travel box

Cat travel boxes should be big enough for the cat to comfortably stand, turn and lay down. Water bowls are to be attached to the cat’s travel box and would be attended to before flights. We recommend no food before the flight.

Cats litter trays are not practical to place in the travel box due to lack of space, thus affecting the cost of the travel quite considerably.

Cat Travel Tranquilizers

We recommend that no tranquilizers are used adverse reactions to drugs and breathing problems due to the change in air pressure in the hold can cause problems. Speak to your local vet about natural calming remedies.

Another idea to help keep a cat settled in the travel box is to place some catnip inside.

Some airlines will not accept snub- nose cats (Persian cats) or dogs (pekes, pugs etc) due to the increased ‘breathing’ risk.

It is advisable that a cat due to travel should be confined to a room at least a day before the flight as they are known to disappear. Cat intuition is a story in itself.

Cat collars are best removed for the flight.