Cats & Vacations

It's not often I receive a call from people asking me to watch out for their cat.  It seems many believe if food & a litter box are available, their cat will be fine.  

Maybe.  

If your absense isn't any longer than double your usual time away from home.  Such as an 8 hour work shift.  That means 16 hours tops.  Your cat may begin to develop anxiety issues the longer you stay away.  The worse I've seen is feral-behavior and it doesn't always resolve.  

During your extended absense you need to ensure your cat's emotional well-being as well as their physical.  That's the point of a pet-sitter.

I clean & change the litter, freshen their water and provide new feed in a clean dish.  And I stay an hour.  I stay an hour in order to keep your cat company.  I talk to your cat even though she may be hiding out.  That's why I ask where your cat hides.   I bring along a feathered string mounted on a stick.  

My jeans are sprayed with cat-nip.  I visit and talk.  By the week's end, they put in an appearance when they hear my voice.  

Some cats are gregarious from the start.  They greet me at the door, eager for attention.  I still stay an hour.  That is why I asked if you have toys or a hairbrush.  Something to do.  

Other cats want to be held.  I stay an hour.  I don't text or check my Facebook pages.  I hold your cat.  That's why I asked if the two of you have a favorite chair.  

If you have more cats, yes I do the same for them within the hour.  I charge by the visit first and then a nominal fee for each additional cat.  I give attention, likely more than they got the last few days while you were home getting ready to go.  

Cats are aware of what happens inside & outside their home.  Cats hold themselves accountable for the safety & well-being of those within their space.  I've seen a cat become a warrior, ready to sacrifice herself for a child.  I've had mouse-heads presented to me when I've entered their home.  

I like cats.   www.in-home-petsitting.com

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