raise one pet It’s a very big responsibility, especially when it comes to a puppy. Even so, you can’t always take it everywhere and it’s common that you have to be home alone for a few days.

THE cats they are one of the most pets independent when it comes to spending time alone. However, they are still social animals and loneliness can affect them.

How much time can a cat spend alone?

What to keep in mind when leaving your cat alone for at least a day age. Several vets argue that a cat under the age of four months shouldn’t be left alone for more than a couple of hourssince he still does not know how to handle himself independently.

The situation changes when it comes to young cats. It’s important to get them used to not depending on men and prepare them for short absences, so they learn to be alone.

According to the Spanish veterinary site Animal Expertthe older the cat, the more willing they will be to spend long periods alone, although they must have everything they need to make them as comfortable as possible.

According to a report from the same outlet, it’s advised against buying larger water containers if you plan on spending two days alone; the best option is place more drinkers scattered throughout the house, in case one of them tips over or runs out of water.

Although it all varies according to the personality or behavior of the cat, it is convenient for each 12 hours a friend or neighbor comes to check that everything is in order and to change the water. It is important for cats to have contact with a human being, to prevent them from suffering anxiety for separation.

On the other hand, specialists emphasize the importance of not spending more five days by itself, something that can be very harmful to your health.