Healthy adult cats are fine alone for 48 hours with prep.
Up to 48 Hours Alone OK
Provide extra food, water and clean litter box.
Leave Out Extra Supplies
Less than 10 hours minimizes boredom & loneliness.
Boredom Risk
High-stress cats benefit from pet sitters.
Anxious Cats Struggle
Wean kittens need more oversight.
Kitten Care Differs
Cats prefer humans home every night for comfort.
Ideal Under 24 Hours
Notice excessive meowing or destructive behavior.
Signs of Distress