There is always a lot to think about when moving house and when there are pets in the family to be moved the ‘to do’ list gets even longer. Pets are like us in that they feel comfortable in familiar surroundings and become worried and upset if there is a sudden change of routine. Pets can also pick up on their owners rising stress levels and become agitated and unsettled. Pets that are suffering from stress can begin to exhibit anxiety by pacing, fouling, shedding and excessive grooming which can lead to sores which will need veterinary intervention. Even the quietest Birmingham Removals Companies will cause disruption to your pets routine. While the ideal situation would be to never move, this just isn’t possible for the vast majority of people who have to move for work or as family circumstances change.
So how do we ensure that moving house is as stress-free as possible for our pets and help them to settle in to their new home? First of all, keep pets out of the way on moving day. Nothing is more likely to upset an animal than lots of strangers trooping in and out of their territory moving things around and taking things away. Ideally your pets should stay with a friend or relative who is familiar to them for the duration of the move, but if this isn’t possible keep your pet away from the upheaval of the removals men in Birmingham, either in a room out of the way, making sure there is a sign on the door to not go in, or in the car. Dogs in particular worry about being left behind so putting your dog in the car while your house contents are being packed into the removal van may be the best option.
When you get to your new home, the process of keeping pets and Birmingham removals companies crew separate should be repeated. It is particularly important to prevent your pets from escaping. A dog or cat that escapes into unfamiliar territory may be lost forever. This is where collars with tags and micro chipping will give your pet an extra element of protection, but make sure that the contact details are up to date and include your new phone number. Update your pet’s microchip details and insurance details as soon as possible. Once you have moved in and most of the furniture is in the right place, make a bed or den for your pet. The sooner your pet has a secure base in the new house, the sooner it will start to settle down and settle in. If you have a cat, keep it indoors for at least 24 hours after the move and feed it before you let it out for the first time. Ensuring that your garden has dog proof fencing is important if your dog likes to wander.
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