Hi I just joined the site with concerns about my new ventures in life on traveling with my two cats. I will be moving from Md to Fl and living in an RV for about 6-9 months maybe longer. My cats have lived a sheltered life with not much activity from others. (Not my choice but my soon to be ex's) So, we are relocating and will be traveling for the first time and I am very excited but concerned for them. They are very skidish and timid but getting better since my separation. I will be having our RV here and will start introducing them to it so they become familiar. I am concerned with the F250 as its loud. They to are only used to going to the vet which is a short distance from my home that has just been sold. I am open to any suggestions with this move. We will be traveling with my Boyfriend's English Bulldog that they are just getting used to. Thanks for any/all help!
Christine
GENECOP said
11:11 PM Mar 20, 2012
Now I got it.....it's Christine, Welcome to the Forum....
Loydstuts said
12:51 PM Mar 21, 2012
Welcome! Animals seem to adapt well as soon as they get used to the new environment. They should be fine! Be blessed.
RVRon said
02:13 PM Mar 21, 2012
I'd agree with Loyd... animals do adapt pretty well to new surroundings. Our dog Callie is pretty spooked whenever we get into the motorhome but after a day or 2 it's like home. We've been driveway camping now for about a week and a half while we clean out our house for the upcoming closing. Now when we come back from a walk she heads for the motorhome door, not the house. The RV is home to her now!
Terry and Jo said
06:27 PM Mar 21, 2012
Welcome Christine.
I just added a welcome on Willie's first post a bit ago. I speculated that his mention of your username might mean it meant "Nurse" Christine. Since it is simply guessing on my part, I could be wrong. But, if you are a nurse, I'll bet you could contribute to some of the general questions and comments here about medical issues as well as RV'ing.
I think the cats can be trained for the RV living. If you check out the forum category about pets, you might find the answers you are looking for.
Glad to have you as a part of the "family."
Terry
Yonnie said
07:36 PM Mar 21, 2012
Welcome Christine,
I have a good friend (female) who lives in her RV. Her cats adapted very well. The younger one rides on the dashboard and takes in the sun. Th older one just sleeps on her bed. They will adapt very quickly.
Safe travels
Nrsecris said
08:13 PM Mar 21, 2012
Thanks Terry for the Welcome! Yes, I am very excited about my new life and traveling with our 5th Wheel. I am a Nurse and would be more than happy to help with any/all medical concerns. I really like this site a lot. I have been learning so much as this is all new to me. (Traveling in the Rv that is) So, thanks again for the Welcome!
Christine
Technomadia said
09:44 PM Mar 21, 2012
Welcome Christine!
As your cats right now associate the vehicle with going to the vet - also acclimate them to time in the truck as you can. Take them for short rides around the neighborhood that don't result in getting poked and prodded. Get them used to the sound more so that it becomes soothing.
Some cats also do better riding in a carrier - especially if they associate it as being safe already.
Make sure they have nap nooks in the truck for during the ride. Mostly, our cat Kiki, just snoozes while underway. If they start panting or otherwise showing signs of distress - soothe them, make sure they have plenty of ventilation and/or do whatever you can to make the experience less traumatic.
All and all.. many cats are very adaptable, and after a bit of initial fuss tend to calm down and go along for the ride.
Hi I just joined the site with concerns about my new ventures in life on traveling with my two cats. I will be moving from Md to Fl and living in an RV for about 6-9 months maybe longer. My cats have lived a sheltered life with not much activity from others. (Not my choice but my soon to be ex's) So, we are relocating and will be traveling for the first time and I am very excited but concerned for them. They are very skidish and timid but getting better since my separation. I will be having our RV here and will start introducing them to it so they become familiar. I am concerned with the F250 as its loud. They to are only used to going to the vet which is a short distance from my home that has just been sold. I am open to any suggestions with this move. We will be traveling with my Boyfriend's English Bulldog that they are just getting used to. Thanks for any/all help!
Christine
I'd agree with Loyd... animals do adapt pretty well to new surroundings. Our dog Callie is pretty spooked whenever we get into the motorhome but after a day or 2 it's like home. We've been driveway camping now for about a week and a half while we clean out our house for the upcoming closing. Now when we come back from a walk she heads for the motorhome door, not the house. The RV is home to her now!
Welcome Christine.
I just added a welcome on Willie's first post a bit ago. I speculated that his mention of your username might mean it meant "Nurse" Christine. Since it is simply guessing on my part, I could be wrong. But, if you are a nurse, I'll bet you could contribute to some of the general questions and comments here about medical issues as well as RV'ing.
I think the cats can be trained for the RV living. If you check out the forum category about pets, you might find the answers you are looking for.
Glad to have you as a part of the "family."
Terry
Welcome Christine,
I have a good friend (female) who lives in her RV. Her cats adapted very well. The younger one rides on the dashboard and takes in the sun. Th older one just sleeps on her bed. They will adapt very quickly.
Safe travels
Thanks Terry for the Welcome! Yes, I am very excited about my new life and traveling with our 5th Wheel. I am a Nurse and would be more than happy to help with any/all medical concerns. I really like this site a lot. I have been learning so much as this is all new to me. (Traveling in the Rv that is) So, thanks again for the Welcome!
Christine
As your cats right now associate the vehicle with going to the vet - also acclimate them to time in the truck as you can. Take them for short rides around the neighborhood that don't result in getting poked and prodded. Get them used to the sound more so that it becomes soothing.
Some cats also do better riding in a carrier - especially if they associate it as being safe already.
Make sure they have nap nooks in the truck for during the ride. Mostly, our cat Kiki, just snoozes while underway. If they start panting or otherwise showing signs of distress - soothe them, make sure they have plenty of ventilation and/or do whatever you can to make the experience less traumatic.
All and all.. many cats are very adaptable, and after a bit of initial fuss tend to calm down and go along for the ride.
- Cherie
Welcome Christine. This is a great group.