I do intend to have lengthy list of instructions, and also have her over to show her everything. Everything will probably be fine, but I can't help but worry. We haven't gone away at all since getting Roscoe, so I hope he's ok away from us. He is very needy for attention (probably normal for a shelter dog). I'm sure my sister-in-law and neice will give him lots. I'm not that worried about the cats because as long as they get fed, they are fine.