We're travelling for a week. Our cat gets stressed by changes, even a new sofa. Should she stay home with a sitter or go to a boarding place?
We're travelling for a week. Our cat gets stressed by changes, even a new sofa. Should she stay home with a sitter or go to a boarding place?
Honest answer: both can work, and it depends on your cat. A sitter who visits once or twice a day keeps her in her own space, which many shy cats prefer — but she'll be alone for long stretches. A good home-style boarding place gives company and supervision, but it is a new place, so do a short trial stay or a day visit first.
One disclosure: we run BilluBnB, a home boarding place in Noida, so we're biased — ask others what worked for their cat. Whichever you choose, check the vaccination requirements, ask for daily photos or video, and leave the vet's number and a written feeding routine.