I re-read my original post. Gosh, it sounded as though drugs were what I was recommending but that is not what I was really getting at.

I think your idea about splitting up the cats and staying over one night is a good idea. I have found that two cats in one carrier usually keeps them quieter than if they are by themselves.

What I have done in the past is hook two carriers together, in the back seat of the car, and put the cats' sleep blankets in one carrier and the litter box in the other.

Let us know when you are doing the big move and we will all worry for / about you for that time. We'll try and send you some positive thoughts.....it may just help you out!