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Is it better to travel with your cat or leave at home?
While your cat may love to be with you, traveling to strange new places can stress him out, possibly resulting in illness or behavior problems during and after the trip. If you are traveling for a week or less, leaving him at home and having a pet sitter visit daily would be better for him.
How often should you check on a cat when cat sitting?
For most cats, one visit a day is fine, but if they required medication or you’d like them to have a little more TLC then we can visit twice per day. And you can mix and match it if you like. So maybe one visit a day, with 2 visits every third day.
Will my cat be sad when I go on vacation?
It’s actually pretty common for cats to act strangely or aggressively after their humans return from vacation. They’re sensitive to change and you being gone has not only disrupted their routine but also their bond with you.
Should I board my cat while on vacation?
Though most cats will get along fine if they have a litter box, fresh food and water, accidents can happen. Injuries or illnesses can creep up quickly and may threaten your cat’s health if undetected. So, a plan to have someone watch over your cat while you’re away is a good idea.
Is it OK for cat sitter to come once a day?
The pet sitter should visit at least once a day, but possibly more depending on how often you feed your cat. When I went to Jamaica for several weeks I paid my co-worker’s daughter $100/week to feed my cats every single day. It would’ve been better if she had come twice a day to feed my cats two small meals.
Should I board my cat or hire a pet-sitter?
Most cats prefer to stay at home, so many traveling cat owners find that a pet-sitter is a better choice than a boarding facility. Usually the sitter visits the home a specified number of times each day, although some can be hired to stay full-time, sitting not just your cat but also your home, plants, newspapers, and mail.
How many times a day does a Cat Sitter visit?
Usually the sitter visits the home a specified number of times each day, although some can be hired to stay full-time, sitting not just your cat but also your home, plants, newspapers, and mail. To find a qualified pet-sitter, ask your veterinarian and friends for recommendations.
Should I board my Cat in a boarding facility?
If you choose to place your cat in a boarding facility, go there yourself and take a tour. For a cat, being placed in a cage, surrounded by unfamiliar animals, sounds, smells and sights, can cause the stress-o-meter to go over the top.
Is it safe for a cat to be left alone for days?
” A great and responsible cat sitter is a gift. Cats love to stay at home as long as their normal routine is not terribly disrupted. Know that although cats left on their own for a few days may be safe in the majority of cases, health problems can occur quickly.