Have plenty of water available. Make frequent stops to allow your pets to stretch. Never medicate or tranquilize your pets before speaking with your veterinarian and, if your pets will be flying, the airline for its regulations regarding tranquilization. If moving overseas, check about quarantine policies and remember to have your pets vaccinated and examined 30 days prior to the move. Confine pets in one room of the home until the majority of the unpacking is complete.
Pets often sleep excessively during the first few days in the new home.
Introduce pets to their new surroundings, gradually allowing them access to other rooms. Make sure to show cats their litter box four to six times a day until they know exactly where it is. Resist the temptation to refurbish your pets' belongings. Familiar beds, bowls, blankets and toys are soothing. Until pets are acquainted with their new surroundings, supervise all of their outdoor activity.