Alisa Merlin offers her quick, easy-to-follow pet care tips that will make your pets happier and healthier while saving you money. Alisa is a Pet Care Coach with over 25 years of experience.
Leaving your dog or cat outside for extended periods of time is not okay. Modern dogs were bred to be family members not a cheap alarm system. The life expectancy for outdoor cats is four to five years vs. over 15 years for indoor cats.
Having a pet sitter come to your house, and preferably stay overnight, when you're away will allow you and your pets to be much more relaxed and stress free.