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How to help my cats adjust to a small bedroom during a temporary move?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 1 year and 6 months old | 14 lbs

I’m moving to my parents house and all they have for me is a small bedroom only my bed and tv will fit with the possibility of a couch. Anyways, a huge downsize from my 3 bedroom house. It’ll only be for 2-3 months while I build my new house and get it livable. How will my two brother cats adjust? They’ll be 2 in August.

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on February 24th, 2018

If the cats will be required to stay confined to this small space, you will need to make sure they get plenty of activity through playing. Try to keep consistency in the type and timing of food, and keep the same litter and box available. You can use a pheromone supplement to help with the transition ( http://m.pet-supplies.drsfostersmith.com/search?w=feliway%20for%20cats ). There is no way to know what issues could occur, so let us know as soon as something goes wrong so we can help you troubleshoot it!

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