Cats love routine — it gives them security, reduces stress, and keeps their world predictable. But what happens when you’re away? Discover why consistency is so important for your feline friend and how professional cat sitting helps keep their routine intact.

You pack your bag, close the door, and head out for the day — or maybe even a few. As you’re pulling out of the driveway, one thought lingers:

“I wonder what my cat will do without me?”

As a professional cat sitter, I get a front-row seat to the quiet (and not-so-quiet) lives of cats when their humans are away. Every visit tells a different story, but there are some sweet and surprising patterns I’ve come to recognize.

Let’s take a peek into what your feline friend really gets up to when no one’s watching.