{"id":185405,"date":"2022-07-18T11:09:23","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T11:09:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/"},"modified":"2022-07-18T11:09:23","modified_gmt":"2022-07-18T11:09:23","slug":"do-cats-like-to-be-driven","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/","title":{"rendered":"Do cats like to be driven?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Do_cats_like_to_be_driven\" title=\"Do cats like to be driven?\">Do cats like to be driven?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Can_you_drive_with_cats\" title=\"Can you drive with cats?\">Can you drive with cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Should_I_take_my_cat_for_a_drive\" title=\"Should I take my cat for a drive?\">Should I take my cat for a drive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#How_do_you_drive_a_cat_in_5_hours\" title=\"How do you drive a cat in 5 hours?\">How do you drive a cat in 5 hours?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Are_car_rides_stressful_for_cats\" title=\"Are car rides stressful for cats?\">Are car rides stressful for cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Do_cats_hate_riding_in_cars\" title=\"Do cats hate riding in cars?\">Do cats hate riding in cars?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Why_do_cats_not_like_driving_in_cars\" title=\"Why do cats not like driving in cars?\">Why do cats not like driving in cars?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Are_cats_scared_of_being_in_cars\" title=\"Are cats scared of being in cars?\">Are cats scared of being in cars?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Can_I_take_my_cat_out_for_a_drive\" title=\"Can I take my cat out for a drive?\">Can I take my cat out for a drive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Can_cats_go_on_long_drives\" title=\"Can cats go on long drives?\">Can cats go on long drives?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Do_cats_like_going_for_a_drive\" title=\"Do cats like going for a drive?\">Do cats like going for a drive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-cats-like-to-be-driven\/#Should_I_bring_my_cat_in_the_car\" title=\"Should I bring my cat in the car?\">Should I bring my cat in the car?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_like_to_be_driven\"><\/span>Do cats like to be driven?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most cat owners can attest that taking kitty for a car ride isn&#8217;t much fun. <b>Cats, unlike dogs, just don&#8217;t seem to enjoy the experience. And while it&#8217;s impossible to say exactly why your beloved feline pet detests the back seat, some common characteristics of cats can help explain their fear of four-wheeled locomotion.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_drive_with_cats\"><\/span>Can you drive with cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For safety&#8217;s sake, <b>it is recommended that kittens and cats ride inside a carrier while in the car. 2 A loose pet becomes a furry projectile in case of an accident. The driver needs to concentrate on the road and traffic, not the baby on your lap or under the pedals.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_take_my_cat_for_a_drive\"><\/span>Should I take my cat for a drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It is always safest to have your cat confined during driving. The only limits to her accommodation are the space in the vehicle and your imagination.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_drive_a_cat_in_5_hours\"><\/span>How do you drive a cat in 5 hours?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Traveling long distances with cats in the car<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Make a plan for each cat.  <\/li>\n<li>Choose a restraint or carrier.  <\/li>\n<li>Introduce the carrier and a leash.  <\/li>\n<li>Practice going on car rides.  <\/li>\n<li>Pack the car with the essentials.  <\/li>\n<li>Plan the details of your drive.  <\/li>\n<li>Keep your kitty safe and comfortable during the trip.  <\/li>\n<li>Find cat-friendly places to stay.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_car_rides_stressful_for_cats\"><\/span>Are car rides stressful for cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because cats do not perspire, they will pant when their heart beat is elevated and when they are hot. It&#8217;s normal to see some panting because <b>a car ride is very stressful for most cats. If you see excessive panting, your cat drools or begins convulsions stop as soon as possible and call your veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_hate_riding_in_cars\"><\/span>Do cats hate riding in cars?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s no secret that <b>most cats hate car rides. During their lives, most cats only take occasional car trips. Car rides are often just to the veterinarian, leaving the cat with a negative impression of the car.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_not_like_driving_in_cars\"><\/span>Why do cats not like driving in cars?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats typically have about 45 to 80 scent receptors but can have as many as 200 million in their noses, so this can be overwhelming when assailed with the unusual scents in the car. Even more than scent, cats dislike loud noises and get nervous when they hear unfamiliar sounds.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_cats_scared_of_being_in_cars\"><\/span>Are cats scared of being in cars?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As much as you might like to have your kitty join you on vacation, cats are creatures of habit and probably won&#8217;t care much for the change in routine and scenery a vacation offers. <b>Some cats become very nervous in unfamiliar situations, like cars.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_take_my_cat_out_for_a_drive\"><\/span>Can I take my cat out for a drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Try not to let your cat out of their carrier.<\/b> It is not safe to keep your cat out of their carrier while you are driving, in case of an emergency. They might protest at first, but try  build in plenty of walk breaks so they can stretch their legs, eat  use the bathroom, and give them lots of treats.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cats_go_on_long_drives\"><\/span>Can cats go on long drives?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Step 1: <b>Get your kitty to love their carrier.<\/b> After all, unrestrained cats can be a distraction, interfering with your ability to steer or brake, and even become a dangerous projectile in the event of a crash or sudden stop. Like in this case of a cat loose in the car distracting the driver and causing three accidents!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_like_going_for_a_drive\"><\/span>Do cats like going for a drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many cats are uncomfortable with car travel. Unlike dogs, <b>most cats are never taught to enjoy car trips<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_bring_my_cat_in_the_car\"><\/span>Should I bring my cat in the car?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Try not to let your cat out of their carrier.<\/b> It is not safe to keep your cat out of their carrier while you are driving, in case of an emergency. They might protest at first, but try  build in plenty of walk breaks so they can stretch their legs, eat  use the bathroom, and give them lots of treats.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Do cats like to be driven?Can you drive with cats?Should I take my cat for a drive?How do you drive a cat in 5 hours?Are car rides stressful for cats?Do cats hate riding in cars?Why do cats not like driving in cars?Are cats scared of being in cars?Can I take my cat&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-185405","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/185405"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=185405"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/185405\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=185405"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=185405"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=185405"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}