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!
- Ensure your cat is relaxed (preferably asleep) and that you are calm.
- 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.)
- Ensure the door of your carrier is open but attached.
- Get a hand towel and approach your cat from behind.
- Wrap the towel around the cat from his back and then underneath him, making sure his legs and paws are enclosed in the towel.
- Pick him up in the towel and push him gently but firmly backwards into the carrier.
- Do not remove the towel at this stage, as your cat will probably exit at the same time if given an opportunity!
- Cover his eyes if necessary with your hand. Cats dislike having their eyes covered and will usually walk backwards when you do this.
- Close and secure the door immediately. Do not reopen the door under any circumstances.
- Good luck!