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moving with a cat

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Question
This fall I am moving away from my parents house, and I want to take my 12 year old cat with me.  However, since she's been living in that house for 10 years, and (I think) is attached to the other animals in the house (1 other cat and 2 small dogs)... I am afraid that the move will upset her... maybe she'll be lonely or just freak out...  I found my cat on my 10th birthday, and she's very dear to me, so I want to take her with me when I move out, but do you think this will be too traumatizing for her?

Answer
She may very well enjoy the solitude in her older years.  And if she seems depressed you can always get another cat or small dog to keep her company.

I would recommend FELIWAY/Comfort Zone Diffusers to help reduce stress and anxiety as well as RESCUE REMEDY.