We have 5 cats.
First, while all are in the bedroom, I shut the door....no place to hide that mama doesn't know about.
Second, I exit thru the bathroom door and set up both kennels. We got the soft sided
Natures Miracle Port A Crate (we got the 26 inch that handles up to 30 lbs and split the cats so they don't exceed the 30 lbs).
Third, I start with the littlest since she is hardest to catch.
Fourth, all go in thru the top til all are corralled and can be safely carried to our truck.
We do have a small soft side carrier that is for a trip to the vet if only one has to go.