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Is it safe to leave 4 cats alone for a week with food dispensers?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

We have 4 cats. Is it OK to leave them alone at home for one week? There will be plenty of food in 4 food dispensers and water, and 5 litter boxes.

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on July 15th, 2017

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I would highly recommend that you have a trusted friend or neighbor stop in once daily to every other day to check on the cats. They could make sure they are eating and using the litter box. Make sure they see all 4 cats during their visit to the house. It is risky to leave them that long. Good luck

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    Answered By Mirissa Duncil, DVM

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    Hi there. While chances are everyone will be fine-I try to discourage my clients from leaving their animals at home unattended for long periods of time because accidents DO happen. Is it possible for someone to check on them at least a few times? They will need fresh water and clean litter before a week is over as well. Someone needs to be there to change it at least every other day ideally, especially with so many cats. I hope this helps!

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