Cats are cautious and shy animals. They can hardly stand the change of scenery. Therefore, if you are going to travel with your pet on the subway, you need to prepare for it in advance.
How to make it easier for your cat to reschedule the subway ride
Unfamiliar surroundings and noise can scare your cat. Therefore, everything must be done to make her feel the most comfortable. Do not transport your pet without carrying it. Firstly, the cat can break free and run away, and it will be very difficult to catch it in the subway. Secondly, in a basket or a special container, the animal will feel calm, and will perfectly tolerate the trip.
A cat with kittens can be transported in one container. All together they will be calmer.
It is better to introduce the cat to the carrier in advance. Place it in a prominent place at home and place your pet next to it. If he has a favorite bedding, you can put it inside. Let the cat examine the container, understand that there is no danger there. If the animal is left to sit inside - great. Praise the cat, give it a treat.
In the event that your pet is afraid to get into the carrier, you will have to try. It is not worth acting by force - this will frighten the cat even more. Just gradually accustom her to the container. Bring the cat to it, put your favorite toys inside. Sooner or later, the cat will become curious about the box and will look inside. When she examines the carrier, she will understand that it is not dangerous. And, perhaps, he will use it as a house.
Choose a closed container. The less the cat sees, the calmer it will be.
The next step is to show the cat that the door in the carrier can be closed, and the container itself can be moved to another location. When the pet is inside the carrier, gently close the door, soothing the cat with gentle words. The animal will understand that nothing terrible is happening and will not try to escape. Wait a little (five to ten minutes), and then lift the container with the cat up. Shake it slightly. Put it back. Talk to your cat in a calm voice so that she does not get nervous. After two or three days of such training, you can go with your pet on a subway trip.
What you need to know when transporting a cat
It is difficult for a cat to endure a long journey, so if the path is not close, give her soothing drops. Then the pet will sleep for most of the trip.
Do not feed or water your pet two to three hours before travel.
Place absorbent sheets inside the container just in case.
Talk to your cat in a calm voice during the ride, she will feel confident and not afraid.
