David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com Whether it's across the street or across the country, moving can be a stressful and chaotic time for your family. This can be especially true for your four-legged family members, who don't understand what's happening. Detailed planning and foresight can help alleviate some of the hassle and make relocating a more positive experience for everyone. "Moving with a pet requires careful planning to help ensure a smooth transition for the whole family," says Dave Bradey, vice president of people and organization at Mars Petcare North America. "As someone who recently moved with two dogs, I can't tell you how valuable it is to have access to pet-friendly public areas throughout the moving process." Consider these tips to help make your move with your pet as smooth as possible. 1. Check In with Your Vet – Ahead of a move, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to ensure your pet is healthy an...

With people moving worldwide for work, Boxers are going bicoastal and cats are clearing through customs on a daily basis. Moving isn’t just stressful for people, it’s equally stressful for pets. So when it comes to moving pets, pre-planning is very important as animals can be very sensitive to changes in their surroundings. So we went to the expert Rachel Farris, relocation specialist at PetRelocation.com. Farris offered three top things to keep in mind as a pet owner moving with pets. 1. Make Friends with the Travel Crate- Whether you travel by car or by air, the crate your pet travels in will be his “home” during the trip and it’s crucial that your pet feels comfortable in it ahead of time. According to Farris, “As soon as you know you’re moving, it’s a good idea to get the crate,” Farris said. “That way, you can start getting your pet used to it well in advance. This will help your pet’s stress levels on your move date.” She also pointed out that many pet stores offer crate tra...