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Don’t forget your pets when relocating

I know it may sound strange, but more pets are lost during a move than at any other time. They get used to their home, just as you do. But, they feel stress and may feel the need to run away and try to get back home. They don't realize that you have moved, they want to get back to what they know.

So, before you move, please put a microchip in your pets and tell the new owner of your home where you are moving to, just in case Fido escapes and tries to go back home or what he or she thinks is home.

Another useful tip for moving with pets is, once you are at your new location, keep them locked in the house with you for two to three weeks until they are used to the new surroundings and realize that this is home.

You may not think you are stressed about a move, but Fido does and whatever you are feeling, they feel about 10 times as much, because they really do care.

Keep your family together during your next relocation and take care of those pets.

Todd Clark - broker
Kastings & Associates
Phone: (503)524-9494
Fax: (503)622-8739

Posted by Todd Clark (Broker) (503)524-9494 (Beaverton, Oregon Real Estate Expert) on 01/26/2008 10:08 AM

Comments (9)

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9 Comments on Don’t forget your pets when relocating

JAN

2008

Duane, this is so true. When I moved to Atlanta and uprooted my 5 dogs, it was a chore. I took a month before they felt comfortable.

Todd,

Good point! We took several items from our old home, blankets, toys, pillows, etc., and placed them around our new home...it gave our pet a feeling of 'home' until she got adjusted to her new surroundings! Thanks, Fran

Todd - I would add that it is a good idea to make plans for them on packing & unpacking days. Animals can get so stressed out with all that commotion & noise.

Hey Todd, the only pet I have is my hubby. ;-)

Seriously though, this is a great idea to share with your customers. Great information to put on your website and/or blog.

JAN

2008

Todd:

This is great advice. It really works too. Pets are people too.

Todd, Great advice. Everyone should have their pets microchipped! That is very important.

JAN

2008

Danny - I'm glad you were able get them comfortable with that many dogs.

Fran - Great idea, I hadn't thought of that one.

Steve - Do you mean like putting them in a kennel for few days?

Teri - We get stressed out also, can I suggest cookies!

Alan - I've been trying for years to convince my daughters cat it is not a people, but I think I'm losing that battle.

Roberta - That is good advice, especially as you are about to move.

Well either that or perhaps a neighbor can help you out. At the very least make sure they are secure in the yard or an area of the home. I have seen some escapees out the doors from the movers just leaving everything open.

Steve - Thanks, didn't think of that.

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