The dogs get to go spend time with my brother and his dogs, so they don't really care. They have lots to distract them while we are gone.

The cats get to stay home if it's a weekend getaway. But if it's a week long vacation they must go to my moms.
But Taz used to be mad at us when we got home. He'd want our lovings, but would be a butt about it at the same time.
Paizly is happy to see us and comes out of her hiding spot quickly to let us pet her.
Now, we haven't left Jax yet. This year he came with us on our week long vacation and also on a weekend trip. But I can pretty much guess he would be happy to see us. He is very attached to people. He always has to be around people..........ALWAYS. But at least when we leave him he'll be with Paizly. Even though I'm sure Paizly will not be thrilled with that. Hee hee