Pets and Moving: Tips for a Smooth Transition


Moving to a new home can be a stressful experience—not just for you, but for your furry, feathered, or scaly family members too. Here are some tips to help ensure your pets feel safe and comfortable throughout the moving process:


1. Plan Ahead for Moving Day

  • Create a Safe Space: Designate a quiet room or area where your pets can stay while movers are coming and going. Make sure they have their favorite toys, bedding, food, and water to help them feel secure.
  • Update Identification: Before moving, double-check that your pet's ID tags and microchip information are up-to-date with your new address and phone number.


2. Keep Them Comfortable During Transport

  • Use Carriers or Crates: For safety and comfort, transport pets in secure carriers. Familiarize them with the carrier ahead of time if they don’t use it regularly.
  • Stick to Their Routine: Feed and walk your pets at their usual times to minimize stress.


3. Ease Them Into the New Home

  • Set Up a Familiar Space: Before allowing your pets to explore, create a comfortable, familiar area in your new home with their bedding, toys, and food bowls.
  • Introduce Gradually: Allow your pets to explore one room at a time. This will help them adjust without feeling overwhelmed.


4. Be Mindful of Outdoor Safety

  • Secure Fencing: If your new home has a yard, inspect the fencing to ensure there are no escape routes.
  • Leash Walks First: Take your dog on leashed walks around the neighborhood before letting them roam freely to familiarize them with the new environment.


5. Give Them Time to Adjust

  • Expect Behavioral Changes: Pets may act out of character due to stress. Provide extra patience, attention, and reassurance during this period.
  • Maintain Normalcy: Stick to their regular routines for feeding, walks, and playtime to help them feel at ease.


Moving with Pets Made Simple

At Casella Homes Real Estate, we understand that your pets are part of the family. Let us help you find a pet-friendly home and navigate your move with ease. From neighborhood insights to homes with great yards, we’ve got you covered.