Moving with your cats doesn't have to be a painful experience for them or you.
Sometimes cats can be fussy and moving can send them into a tizzy!If you take the proper precautions, you'll have an enjoyable move.
You and your cats will be settled in your new home, ready to begin a new life.
Before then, follow these tips, and your move will be smooth and seamless.
Top 10 tips to moving with cats

1. Visit your veterinarian.
   Before you move, especially overseas, get your cats examined.
   Your cats may require tranquilizers if they're not good travelers.
   You also need papers if you travel via airplane.
   If you move to another country, they'll have to be quarantined for a couple of weeks or months.
   You'll have to present papers from your veterinarian stating they've had all of their shots and don't have any diseases.
   
2. Make sure your cats have name tags.
   The proper identification is a safe way to ensure your cats will be returned to you if they get separated from you.
   Make sure you have your phone number, city, and state on the tag.
   
3. Get your cats' microchipped.
   It doesn't cost that much to get your cats microchipped; it runs about $25-$50.
   The chip contains your name, address, and phone number.
   In the event your cats become lost, they'll be returned to you.
   
4. Buy the right size carrier.
   There's nothing worse for cats than being crammed into a carrier that's not big enough for them.
   If your cats grew, purchase new carriers.
   You can always donate their old carriers to an animal shelter or give them to another charitable organization.
   
5. Buy disposable food and water dishes.
   Instead of using your cats normal food and water dishes, purchase disposable or travel food and water dishes.
   Travel dishes are fantastic because you can reuse them whenever you travel with your cats or move again.
   
6. Make sure you have enough of their medication.
   If your cats take medication, make sure you have enough of it.
   You don't want to move and then find out you don't have enough medication for them.
   
7. Bring their favorite toys.
   Keep your cats happy by bringing their favorite toys.
   Their toys will keep them entertained and happy.
   
8. Give them their own blanket.
   Put a blanket in their carrier.
   It will give them comfort and keep them warm.
   
9. Prepare a first-aid kit.
   You never know when you'll need a first-aid kit.
   Include the following in your first-aid kit are:surgical tape, bandages, iodine, leash, peroxide, cotton balls, scissors, veterinarian tape, and other items that could help save your cat.
   
10. Stay calm.
    Moving can be stressful.
    Stay calm and enjoy the trip, especially if you're moving across the country.
    Take your time, and you'll arrive at your destination safe and sound.