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The word send in title should be second hand. Sorry.
Hi everyone. I hope this post isn't too confusing. Have a few questions on different aspects of long distance move.
Does anyone care to recommend a mover for move from central NY to Winston-Salem, NC. I have had numerous phone calls and some emails and most are charging $1884.00. The price is one thing but the quality of move is another. My stuff is not brand new. But hopefully won't look worse for making this move. I've made other moves and do realize there is no "perfect" in this effort. How much tip is due the movers?
If I were to leave some of my stuff here and not move it with me, I would have to shop in 2nd hand stores, etc. That is not the worry. The worry comes from how do I get the item from the store to my new apartment on 2nd floor? The items I need are big, heavy items and cannot move them myself. Not supposed to do heavy lifting. I don't always follow those rules, but I have to draw the limit somewhere.
OK, last but certainly not least. I have an 11 year old cat who I have had forever. Never wore a harness/leash. Tried it once, didn't work out very well. She managed to squirm out of it after she gave me a good scratching. I tend to baby her. So she is spoiled. When to feed/water her? Right now and for all of her time with me she has been a "grazer".
Thanks for any help you can send my way.
Last edited by NYgal1542; 06-04-2015 at 09:03 AM..
Reason: Error in title.
Do you mean when do you feed/water her while transporting and moving? There are cat carriers and cat bags (designed specifically for cats, not just a bag) and I would put her in a large cat carrier with a tiny litter box so that she can go to the bathroom if needed on the ride down. Feed her a little an hour or two before you get in the car to leave and then not until you get her settled in a closed-off room where she can explore safely. You don't want her vomiting in the car from all of the motion.
Make sure you don't leave her in a hot car for longer than just a quick run in the rest-stop and use the bathroom quickly kind of stop. Perhaps get some of that pet-calming spray and start using that a week before your trip to help her calm down before, during, and after the move.
If you are getting an immediate unloading of your stuff, perhaps rent a pet-friendly hotel and keep her there. Put a do-not disturb sign on the door when you are gone and put her in the cat carrier if you do have to leave. Cats are little escape artists and she will feel very confused about the unfamiliar setting. The last thing you want is her getting out and getting hurt by a stranger or hit by a car. Update your pet records and microchip information if she has one. My cats are spoiled, too! Good luck with the move
I have an 11 year old cat who I have had forever. Never wore a harness/leash .... When to feed/water her? Right now and for all of her time with me she has been a "grazer".
I moved my cat in a 7-hour drive to the coast. You should use a hard-sided cat carrier, and get her used to being in one. Feed her the night before, but not on the day of the trip. She will probably be too upset to eat anyway. I put a towel in the bottom of the carrier in case of accidents. I also put in some of my clothing to give her a familiar smell.
When she gets to the new place, she will probably hide for a couple of days. Don't worry, and the cat will come out when she gets hungry enough. Good Luck.
Last edited by goldenage1; 06-04-2015 at 01:20 PM..
Less than $2,000 for the movers doesn't sound bad.
I agree with using a carrier. Ask your current vet about the possibility of a mild sedative for the trip... not sure of the implications for an older cat.
Some second hand stores offer delivery for a modest fee. Otherwise, your apt manager might be able to give you a reference for day laborers/college kids who would be available (with a truck) for this type of hourly work. Again, Craigslist is a source, but get references.
Probably makes more sense to ask about a mover FROM New York on the NY forum, since that's the originating point. Questions about Winston-Salem specifically would be better directed to the Tried subforum.
Cat questions, to the Pets forum
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