If you take sensible precautions the chances of your cat becoming lost en route will be minimal but be prepared for any eventuality. Make sure that your cat is fitted with a collar and tag with your address and telephone number. A microchip implant is even more useful because it is a permanent form of identification. If it is going to be a long journey you may have your cat checked by your vet to ensure it is healthy before it travels. If your cat is unable to travel you will need to make alternative arrangements for it; you could arrange for your cat to stay with a friend or book it in at a cattery or with a pet sitter.

Take plenty of fresh water, particularly when travelling in hot weather. If your journey is broken for any reason, make sure there is no risk of your cat overheating if left inside the car. Try not to leave your cat alone in the car, but if this is unavoidable leave the car out of direct sunlight and with all windows open. Never leave your cat unattended in the car for any length of time - remember a car on a hot day quickly becomes an oven. Some cats are anxious when first travelling, but eventually the noise and motion of the car will calm them and most usually fall asleep. If your cat suffers form motion sickness do not feed it within about an hour of the start of the journey.