Leaving 3 indoor cats while on holiday

by Sabine
(UK)

Hello,

Thank you for providing this excellent service.

I have a pretty straight-forward question: I have 3 indoor cats aged between 3 and 5 years. I have had them since they were kittens, and I have never been on holiday.

However, I am planning to go away for 10 days and have a friend who will feed them and clean their litter tray once a day.

I know it sounds a bit silly, but I am so worried about leaving them. Do you think that 3 cats will be ok if someone just comes in once a day?

I just need some kind of reassurance as I almost feel guilty for planning to go on holiday.

Many thanks,
Sabine


Dear Sabine,

Your kitties will definitely miss you while you are away on your trip, but they will certainly be okay with your friend feeding them and cleaning their litter boxes once daily. Whatever time your friend can spend playing with them and giving them attention will, of course, help them feel a bit happier. Keep in mind, even if someone were coming in to see them two or three times a day, they would still miss their mommy. But your cats, fortunately, have each other for comfort and company.

I can certainly understand feeling guilty leaving your cats behind while you are on vacation, but try to relax and have a good time! Your kitties will be very happy to see you when you return.

All the best,
Dr. Neely