New plan for care for Kinsey while I hike the Appalachian Trail

[Karen]

Only you know your kitty, we cannot really judge. But as long as she would have a way to reach you if something goes wrong, it seems an okay solution, seeing as she's an elder gal. As long as the caretaker will spend some time with her each day, not just feed, medicate and leave, it might be fine.

[Freedom]

I have to agree about the amount of time it takes for a cat to adapt to change. Not like dogs - a quick butt sniff, find the food and water bowls, and they are your best friend for life! Cats need to know it is all stable. I say this, and I've only really brought in younger cats!

With multiple folks involved, make out a schedule, include everyone's phone number, print and give to ALL of them. So they know what they have to do AND if something happens, they can easily phone someone else about changes.

[Cataholic]

I am glad you are going this route. I didn't hear back from my friend yet. I live on the east side...not sure which side you are on. I can pinch hit, for those times when this other person can't. I am sure we know someone in common that can vouch for me. (Hopefully!)

[Janeway]

Thanks so much. Yes, I plan to print out everyone's info and make copies for each and this will include the vet's name and number and her medication. Kelly will be the primary and she'll have three alternates. I think it's going to work out just fine. I'll have enough litter and food (watching for expiration dates of course) so that Kelly wouldn't have to doing any shopping. And I'll also have notes about the furnace, A/C, dehumidifier and who to call.

The more I think about this and knowing Kinsey, I think this will be the best arrangement. If Kinsey was a very social cat used to lots of people and activity all around, it would be different. Life without me with Kelly visiting twice a day won't be all that much different than life with me. Kinsey and me are a pretty good match--it works for us.