Traveling with cat
 

Mid fifties female, flying to Alaska (Anchorage/Denali) in August with a cat, would appreciate any info re: lodging allowing pets and suggestions regarding tours, dining, auto rental, etc... <BR>Thank you

Are you sure you want to take your kitty? Flying is stressful, expensive and wait until you get to a motel and they won't even allow the cat to stay in the car in the parking lot. I had a motel manager call the police on me. It was in a carrier and in the hall for heaven sakes! As for Alaska did you see the post up above for single females looking for companions! You should all go together!

Yes, flying is hard on a cat, but driving is even worse! Cats get motion sick very easy, and the high altitude could complicate it further. (My cat usually gets sick in just the 3 mile trip to the vet!) Imagine what would happen if the cat threw up on the seat of a rental car, or went berzerk and clawed a hole in the seat? It could cost you hundreds of $!! Seriously, I would leave the cat at home with a pet-sitter. You and the cat will both be a lot happier!

Dear Tricia and Christie, <BR>Thanks for your thoughtfull responses. <BR>Barbara

<BR>Hi BLB - I'd suggest boarding her at home, but if you are moving and therefore having to take your kitty with you, most Holiday Inns will take pets. Cats are escape artists though, more so than dogs, so just be careful when letting her out in your room. Perhaps you can have her fitted with a harness for ease in walking her. Also be sure to carry with you her complete vaccination records including the contagious diseases,not only rabies (which is usually the only vaccine listed on a health certificate required by airlines for flying). If you wish to sightsee during the day and not want to leave her in the hotel room (where a maid could accidently let her out), you could consider dayboarding her at a kennel. They'll require proof of vaccinations though. Most cats often don't take well to travel, or change of scenery, so be sure to bring along her same brand of food, and perhaps her favorite toys/blanket for reassurance. Hope this helps!