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Grandpa Climbed Into His Old Pickup. The Passenger Seat Was Already Claimed.

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The old pickup has a cracked dashboard, a big thin steering wheel, and a little dried flower bundle dangling from the rearview mirror. Grandpa Gus sits behind the wheel with one hand resting on it, his plaid shirt and suspenders as familiar as the truck itself, and he's turned to look over at his passenger with a quiet smile. Pearl sits upright on the bench seat beside him, chest fluffed out, tail curled neatly around her feet, and her blue eyes gazing straight out at whatever is happening outside. Through the windows, there's a porch, potted plants, and a pair of boots by the door, so it looks like the trip hasn't started yet.

Riding along in a vehicle can be stressful for many cats, and it's not safe for them to sit loose on a seat while the truck is moving. A sudden stop could injure them, and a loose cat can get under the pedals or distract the driver. The safest way for a cat to travel is in a secure, well-ventilated carrier that's buckled in or wedged so it can't slide. Getting a cat used to the carrier at home, with treats and a familiar blanket inside, can make trips much calmer. Never leave a cat alone in a parked vehicle, since temperatures inside can climb quickly. Ask your vet for tips if your cat gets anxious in the car.

For now, Pearl seems perfectly content just sitting in the cab with Gus, admiring the view. Some of the best road trips happen without ever leaving the driveway.

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