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How do I calm my cat who meows and is restless during car travel?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 3 months and 28 days old | 4.85 lbs

Leo constantly meows whenever we travel in our car. He keeps moving and doesn't stay still. How do I calm him down ?

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Answered By Oneal Bogan, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 29th, 2018

Hello. Unfortunately some cats never get used to car rides. You can try rescue remedy before travel to calm him, and also put him in a cat carrier with a towel over it. Spray the towel with feliway which is a feline phermone that can calm them. I hope that helps Leo. Thanks for using Pet Coach!

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