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10 Reasons to hire a Cat Sitter
Cats love routine and their familiar surroundings. Your absence, whether for a few days or a longer period, can cause them stress and discomfort. An experienced cat sitter is not just someone who will feed your cat, they are the person who will ensure that they remain safe, happy and calm during your absence.
Discover 10 important reasons why choosing a professional cat sitter is the best solution for you and your cat!
With a CatSitter, you are certain that your cat is fed, exercised, safe and at home! So you can enjoy your time away in peace.
1. Peace of mind
Although felines don't really require much attention, we know how much you care and worry about them. Talking from personal experience it is not the best way to spend your precious vacation time.
2. Love and attention
The idea that cats hate cuddles and love, is a myth that I will never understand. In the last few years that I care for cats indoors, I've seen them all running to the door to greet me when I get home. Nevertheless, my cats are actually excited to see me.
Like every creature, cats are complicated as well. Sure, some cats may not want attention all the time, but interacting with them is as important as it is for dogs.
Therefore, a cat sitter will provide your cat with all the necessary attention that it needs and will keep it calm and relaxed for the days of your absence.
By choosing a professional caregiver, you ensure that your cat will get the care it deserves, just like you provide it!
3. Protection from unwanted "visitors"
Insects and rodents often take advantage of a quiet house. They are trying to infiltrate in order to find food and without anyone to scare them off, they are likely to succeed.
It's dangerous for your home and your cat, due to cat's predatory nature, since it's possible to hunt down mice and cockroaches, which most likely carry diseases.
A cat sitter not only gives the impression that there is someone living in the house, but he can also detect an intrusion and deal with it.
4. Escape prevention
Cats are escape artists and sometimes they just do it for fun! However, if your cat feels threatened or uncomfortable, it may tries to get out while you're away. The ASPCA estimates that only 74% of the lost cats, return home.
A cat sitter can eliminate the risk of escape, keeping your cat well-fed, comfortable and happy every day.
Never leave tilt doors and windows open, since they can cause serious injuries, amputations and death..
5. Home security
If you still don't believe that your cat needs a cat sitter, consider the safety of your home. Along with the insects and rodents, burglars can also show special interest for a vacant house.
Cat sitters along with your kitty, also water your plants, receive your mail, turn on and off the lights and generally, make the place look alive. This can prevent anyone with bad intentions.
Playing keeps your cat active, reduces stress and enhances their natural instincts. It is essential for their physical and mental well-being!
6. Playtime
Cats love hunting and they've beendoing it for millions of years. This is the reason why a mouse-toy at the end of a string, tied to a stick is so tempting for them. This stimulation is extremely beneficial for your kitty. It consumes all the extra energy, creates a goal (to catch the toy) and hits it.
Without a playtime, cats often get bored and become inactive, or even worse, destructive.
If you have more than one cat, you should always have one extra litterbox than the number of your cats and don't place them near their food or water.
7. Litterbox scooping
Nothing is worse than coming back home to a soaked with pee carpet at the entrance of your home. Cats are meticulous with their care. They like to stay fresh and clean. Therefore, to assume that they will use the same gross litterbox for a week or more, is not very realistic.
The role of a cat sitter in this part can save your house from such incidents and your kitty from the disappointment, of a filled with pee and poo, litterbox.
8. Food and water
Cats love to play with their water bowl. They will sit next to it and then drag the bowl left and right, creating puddles all over the floor.
On days when cats are bored and without anyone present, this could easily turn into an empty bowl and lots of thirsty kitties.
Besides bowl rides, they also love to put their toys in the water. They will take the most absorbent ones and throw them in the water to see if they float! This of course leads to soggy toys and an empty water bowl.
Use bowls for food and water that they do not break nor can be turned over.
9. Avoid damage
It is known that cats can become naughty. Even if it is not intentional (which is not often), your cat can destroy plants, picture frames, dishes or anything else they find, even on the highest shelves.
If a cat I'm watching seems particularly lively, I'll do what I can to get the energy out in a healthy game.
In case he still manages to break something, I will check to make sure he hasn't been hurt, notify you, and try to allay any concerns you may have.
10. Protection from extraordinary weather events.
Whether you're leaving the city for a winter getaway or your summer vacation, there are weather conditions you can't control in advance.
A heatwave or a very cold winter day can be unbearable for your pet. It's always important for someone to do a daily check-in on your kitten, as it may be at risk of overheating or enduring freezing temperatures.
