I wouldn't leave him alone that long. Too many things can happen, including an
unforseen illness. Is there a neighbor, friend, or relative who could at least
drop in and check on him/feed him?

Sherry

No, that's too long. It's best if someone checks him every day. If he
gets sick (and that can happen when owners are away...) you'd want
someone who could get him to your vet right away.

Cats get so bored by themselves, too. Do you have someone who could come
over and play with him? Someone to clean the litter box?

Rhonda

NO!!
Who cleans out the litter?
Who'd change the water?

Carola

The water alone would be undrinkable after 5 days.
And though it's 'dry' food, it'll dry out to become totally unpalatable
after a week.
There is also a very high likelihood that your cat will become depressed in
that amount of time - which carries significant other health risks.
Carnivores like humans, are intelligent creatures and suffer without mental
stimulation.
Either get someone in every day or better still, put him in a reputable
cattery - it's worth his health and your conscience.

NO!  You already know better than that.

I cant believe you posted such a silly question...

When you were say... 12... did you parents ever go on holiday and leave you
10 plates of dinner?  and no toilet paper?

Of course your cat needs fresh water - EVERY DAY!
And a clean litter tray.

Hi, Mark:

I agree with the others that two weeks is too long for your cat to be
left completely alone. Aside from possible illness setting in, water
does evaporate and it all may be gone within a week. My limit is 4 days
alone for the cat.

I am currently in the same situation as you. But... In my local area,
there are pet-sitters, mostly kids in their teens, who will drop by and
set out fresh food and water. You might also check the phone book. Now,
in my case, I doubt anyone will be able to get close to Jaws. He lets me
close, but no one else AFAIK. I also have two stray cats I need
fed--they won't come in the house and expect to be fed at about 7:00 PM
each night. So, my "sitter" need only come by once per day. My last
sitter was quite reliable--she charged $5/day, worked for 5 days and I
gave her an extra $10. Give and leave precise instructions if you have
doubts.

There are also places at which you may be able to board your cat. That
won't be very cheap, but may be an option and they will probably provide
very good care, including Vet service if required. Unfortunately, I have
no choice but to leave my cat for some time, but he will have a sitter
or I'll bring him with me. If I have to come back within a week ( from
400+ miles away ), I will just to take care of my cat. I've grown too
fond of him.

koyaanisqatsi

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Holy cow no! Food/water would be bad after few days, and the cat would
go insane from being alone for that long w/o anybody even checking on
it. It's almost a guaranteed trauma.

Get a petsitter or arrange for accomodations at local petstore or your vet.

Unless someone comes by at least once a day to check on your cat,
it is a very bad idea. Something could happen while you are away
and your cat might need the vet. Also your cat will feel deserted
and lonely. Have someone drop by or housesit
if you can, otherwise take your cat to a bording cattery.

-Silver

"I love cats because I enjoy my home; & little by little, they become its
visible soul."

- Jean Cocteau 1889-1963.

Hi, Mark:

I just got back from leaving my cat ( Jaws ) alone for about 2 weeks. In
truth, he wasn't completely alone--I had a "cat sitter" come by and put
down food and water one per day. Food was also put out for the two
strays I feed every night at the rear of my house. The sitter was never
able to get close to Jaws. But, when I came house he was waiting for me
at the door--must have heard and recognized the sound of my car. He
seems almost as glad to see me as I am to see him again.

koyaanisqatsi

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