Moving a household that includes pets? Bigger moves and especially those across state lines require a bit more planning and preparation. See below for tips and links on moving pets.
TRANSPORTATION OF PETS
(from the American Moving and Storage Association Web site)
Pets cannot be shipped on moving vans.
Pets often become frightened and may try to run away. Keep your pet on a leash when outside.
Your pet should wear a special identification tag, with its name, your name, and where you can be reached.
Except for Seeing Eye Dogs, pets are not permitted on buses or trains.
Consider sending smaller pets by air express.
Consult with your veterinarian concerning mild sedation of your pet during the trip.
More AMSA tips
PET MOVE RESOURCES
Find a Pet Shipper
www.ipata.com/findapet.htm
The Independent Pet and Animal Transportation Assoc. Intl., Inc.
www.ipata.com
Pet Hotel and Travel
www.pet-hotel-and-travel.com
Pet Community
www.petswelcome.com/milkbone/frametravinfo.html
Pet Travel Forum
www.thepetproject.com/travelpetexpert.html
