When you move house, at first you feel strange and surprised by the novelty. Your pet may have that same feeling upon arriving at their new home.
Both dogs and cats are creatures of habit, so when they are taken out of their routines, some find it difficult to adapt.
Although one of the things that is most tiring and stressful is the move. Moving is an overwhelming time for humans because you have to organize everything into boxes and move it little by little. And it seems like the move will never end. In addition, if you have a pet, the process can become a little more complicated, because we need to adapt certain steps to their habits so that they do not feel uncomfortable.
If you have a pet and are moving house, you have to bear in mind that your ARISTOPET is another member of the family and that they will also notice the change. Therefore, some tips you can follow to make the adaptation process easier are:
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Put yourself in their place
Cats, above all, are very territorial animals, meaning they are more sensitive to familiar spaces and their surroundings. It is important that you move their belongings to the new house on the last day, when you are finally leaving, because if you separate them from their things, they may feel like strangers. Dogs, however, usually adapt more quickly.
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Take them to see the new home
If you have an ARISTOPERRO, try taking them to the new house so they can get to know the new smells and gradually blend into the surroundings. In the case of a cat, it is more complicated, but if you can take them there too, do so. This will help them adapt. It is advisable to make short but frequent visits.
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Don't change their routines
When you arrive at your new home, maintain the same routines you have always followed. So, if they are used to having breakfast after their walk, keep doing that. Both dogs and cats tend to become attached to a routine above all. Therefore, you should try to maintain it.
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Let them choose their new place
After you have been settled in for several days, your pet will have found a place in the house where they feel most comfortable. Even if you have placed their toys and bed in another area, try moving them and let your pet find their new place.
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Try not to leave them alone
When they arrive at their new home, they will initially feel strange and inspect everything. Therefore, try to leave them alone for as little time as possible, especially during the first few days, so they feel protected by their owners.
We hope these tips will be useful and help you improve the adaptation process, both for your ARISTOPET and for you. In any case, don't hesitate to speak with a veterinary specialist, who can always help you find the solution.
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