I think this is mostly to get it out into the universe and off my chest, but I would appreciate any shared experiences, advice or comfort! I recently moved, and the past few days have been stressful for me and my kitties. I moved most things out of my home on Friday and got settled a bit in my new place, then went back to my old place yesterday to get a last load and my kitties. So they've been confused since Friday, and today they experienced a 3.5 hour car ride (which they were not happy about one bit) and a whole new home.
I prepared a spare bedroom for them to hang out in at first, with furniture/toys/etc. that they are familiar with. When I let them out of their carrier 3 hours ago, Evie ran directly to the corner of the room to hide under the same chair she hid under for nearly two weeks when we first got her. Alex sniffed around a bit and then followed. They're still cuddled up underneath. Alex (the far more adventurous one) came out for a bit when I peeked underneath, sniffed his food and went back under. I know it hasn't been long yet, but it's breaking my heart a little! I know they're confused and scared and probably mad at me for uprooting them so, and I just want to make it better!
Thanks for reading my venting
I prepared a spare bedroom for them to hang out in at first, with furniture/toys/etc. that they are familiar with. When I let them out of their carrier 3 hours ago, Evie ran directly to the corner of the room to hide under the same chair she hid under for nearly two weeks when we first got her. Alex sniffed around a bit and then followed. They're still cuddled up underneath. Alex (the far more adventurous one) came out for a bit when I peeked underneath, sniffed his food and went back under. I know it hasn't been long yet, but it's breaking my heart a little! I know they're confused and scared and probably mad at me for uprooting them so, and I just want to make it better!
Thanks for reading my venting