🐱Transporting cats long distances requires careful planning and guidance from the owners.
🚗Driving cats across the country can be a learning experience, different from taking care of dogs.
🏨Finding pet-friendly hotels can be challenging when traveling with cats.
💰Long-distance pet transportation gigs require proper registration and reimbursement for expenses.
😴Driving pets across the country can be exhausting but rewarding.
How do you find long-distance pet transportation clients?
—I mainly get clients through word-of-mouth and by advertising my services on social media.
How do you charge for long-distance pet transportation?
—I charge a daily rate that includes reimbursement for expenses such as gas, hotels, and rental cars.
Are there any requirements for transporting pets long distances?
—Yes, I have a class T registration from the USDA, which is necessary for paid pet transportation.
How do you keep the cats calm during the journey?
—I use liquid Gabapentin prescribed by the owners to keep the cats calm in the car.
What is the biggest challenge of driving cats across the country?
—Cats can be more finicky than dogs, but with guidance from the owners, the journey becomes smoother.
00:00I'm about to leave Fort Stockton, Texas, driving three cats across the country.
03:00Driving cats is a new experience for me, but I've done extensive research and received guidance from the owners.
10:00We made it to Baton Rouge for the day, with four more hours of driving tomorrow to reach Florida.
29:00Long-distance pet transportation gigs require proper registration from the USDA.
45:00Finding pet-friendly hotels that accept cats can be challenging, but I managed to find one after numerous calls.
01:20:00Driving cats across the country has been a learning experience, with the cats gradually adjusting to the journey.
02:00:00We have successfully delivered the cats in Florida, and I'm heading back to Atlanta to continue managing my business remotely.
02:45:00Returning from the trip, I feel a bit overwhelmed catching up on emails, business management, and grocery shopping.
