Some pets, however, would be happier staying at home in familiar surroundings, eagerly awaiting your return. Cats rarely enjoy traveling. Most are stressed by riding in a car. Traveling with a cat can also increase the risk of it being lost.

Whether you are traveling locally or a longer distance, make the drive with your pet more accommodating by packing a travel case. The following is a list of items to pack in your pet's travel suitcase.

• The contact information of your regular veterinarian and a referral vet at your new residence.
• Medical records.
• Spare collars with ID tags and leashes.
• Plenty of bottled water. Your pets' stomachs can be upset by a sudden change in the water.
• Enough pet food and treats for the entire trip.
• Can openers.
• Several water and food dishes.
• Plastic spoons for mixing and dishing out the food.
• Your pets' favorite toys and blankets.
• Combs, brushes, and flea powder.
• Plastic bags for picking up waste.
• Paper towels and sponges.
• Cotton balls and q-tips to clean eyes and ears.