Signs Your Cat May Need a Sitter While You’re at Work

Think your cat is fine home alone all day? Think again. While cats are known for their independence, they still crave stimulation, companionship, and routine—especially when their humans are gone for extended hours.

Here are 6 signs your cat may benefit from a daily sitter or mid-day visit:

1. Destructive Behavior: Are you coming home to scratched furniture, shredded blinds, or knocked-over plants? Boredom and anxiety may be to blame.

2. Excessive Meowing or Yowling: Vocal cats may express loneliness through loud meows or yowls. A check-in visit can break up their day and calm their nerves.

3. Overeating or Not Eating at All: Changes in eating habits could be a sign of stress, boredom, or anxiety—especially if they’re alone for long periods.

4. Litter Box Accidents: If your normally tidy cat starts going outside the box, it could be a reaction to stress or loneliness—not just a medical issue.

5. Clinginess When You Get Home: Does your cat follow you around the house or demand extra affection when you return? They may be feeling neglected during the day.

6. Just Adopted a Kitten? Young cats need frequent interaction. Leaving a kitten home alone all day can delay socialization and cause behavioral problems.

Let Us Help While You’re Away. Jaxy Cat Pets provides reliable daily visits, feeding, playtime, and companionship for cats of all ages in San Tan Valley, Queen Creek, and Apache Junction.

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