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How to put a difficult cat into a carrier – Part 1

8th February 2016 By Cuddles Leave a Comment

Here’s one simple way of putting your cat into a carrier, that I call “The Towel Method”.  Make sure to have all your equipment to hand.  You will need a hand towel, the carrier (lined with a newspaper unfolded on the bottom of the carrier) and of course your cat!

Cat Carrier Towel Method
Cat Carrier Towel Method
  1. Ensure your cat is relaxed (preferably asleep) and that you are calm.
  2. Have your carrier ready on a counter top with a wall directly behind it. (Do not let your cat see or hear you doing this.)
  3. Ensure the door of your carrier is open but attached.
  4. Get a hand towel and approach your cat from behind.
  5. Wrap the towel around the cat from his back and then underneath him, making sure his legs and paws are enclosed in the towel.
  6. Pick him up in the towel and push him gently but firmly backwards into the carrier.
  7. Do not remove the towel at this stage, as your cat will probably exit at the same time if given an opportunity!
  8. Cover his eyes if necessary with your hand. Cats dislike having their eyes covered and will usually walk backwards when you do this.
  9. Close and secure the door immediately. Do not reopen the door under any circumstances.
  10. Good luck!

 

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