Not sure if this is the case with all cats, but it’s true with our coddled kitties.
Our three cats are spoiled rotten. They would FREAK if we had to take them from our home and put them in a new environment. But, then, they would FREAK even more if we abandoned them.
Take Me Too!
In fact, we only have two crates instead of the three we really need. Knowing this, we knew there were countless cat owners in Houston who were not prepared to evacuate their pets from their homes.
Maybe Not!
Can’t Transport with Baby Chicks!
Definitely Not!
Bye-Bye Donated Crates
Because we didn’t need our cat carriers, I drove to flooded check points in my neighborhood looking for first responders who may need them. At the third check point, the first responders ferrying people on boats said, yes, we need 2 crates NOW. I hope the crates we donated saved a bunch of furry critters!
Hello New Crates!
These are the two crates we bought yesterday on Craigslist to replace the ones we donated. As you can see, I put some treats on the new pet carriers to entice them to explore.
Tips
- Always have enough crates handy for the animals you have. I am still on the lookout for one more cat carrier.
- Check with Craigslist and other social sites because you'll save a ton of money. I only spent $20 for both replacement crates. It was supposed to be $15 for two crates but I only had a $20 and the seller didn't have change. The crates online normally cost $35 each.
- Make sure your cats are comfortable with their crates before an emergency. I bring out my crates from time to time and put treats in them so they get used to going in and out of them.
- Donate your carriers to needy causes if you don't need them.
My Other Posts
- Dropping Off Supplies in Hard Hit Areas
- Mucking a House - What to Expect plus an Unexpected Visit from a TV News Crew (See Video)
- We Forgot Our 10-Year Anniversary
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@karencarrens
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