Living With "The Quad" - Cats in RV's
So on that morning when we sat up in bed and decided "to really do this!" (move into an RV and full time it) We knew that meant taking "the quad" with us. OMG. What would that be like?
In truth, it hasn't been that bad. Mister (our 12 year old, Turkish Angorian) has had the hardest time adjusting. He likes it fine when we are not moving. Its the travel that makes him nervous. When he hears the engine start he climbs under the nearest cover and buries himself within.
Surprise (our youngest and an unexpected stray) is four and he loves adventure. When the engine rumbles to life he runs to the dash and lays down to watch the big event.
Tea' (our Rag Doll and only girl) and Keeper (our gentle spirit) tolerate the movement without a lot of strain.
The biggest issue with four cats in a small space is the shedding. These babies have a lot of hair and they love to share it with the carpet, the bedding, the curtains and anything else it could possibly stick to. I feel like I am forever cleaning.
Since leaving Washington, we have discovered just how many people travel with cats! We have met truckers and rvers who love to chat about their kitty and ask about ours. It seems cats make great companions even if you are on the road.
Planning to travel with cats? Here are two other RVers who often talk about the cats in their family.