Can I safely transport a cat and her day-old kittens when moving?

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My female cat had kittens yester day and we didn't even know she was pregnant! Were stuck because we need to move from Calgary to red deer tomorrow and the kittens are only a day old there are 2 of them ! Is it safe to transport them if so how if not any alternatives!? I hope you can help ! Thank you! Pet's info: Cat | British Shorthair | Female | unspayed

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

In looking up the distance from Calgary to Red Deer, I see that it's only about an hour and a half drive (about 147km). Because it's a relatively short trip, it will be fine to take Angel and her kittens with you. I would get a crate that is large enough to hold Angel and her kittens, and make it very comfortable with lots of blankets. Make sure the kittens are kept warm at all times, and they have access to their mother to nurse. You can put a round cat bed in the crate to help keep them close to their mother during the trip. Don't blare loud music, and try to keep the car as quiet and calm as possible.

Can I safely transport a cat and her day-old kittens when moving?

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