Avoid waxing or oiling wooden furniture. Set appointment to have appliances prepared for shipment. Set date for having utilities disconnected after you are out of the house. Houseplants cannot be shipped by moving van. Plan to sell, donate or transport in your car.
Most states require health certificates and rabies inoculations.
See that rabies and new ID tags are securely attached. Get pet records. Collect all items being cleaned, stored, repaired, loaned or on lay-away. Empty lockers at clubs, bowling alley, gym. Return library books and anything borrowed.