Cat-Sitter Instructions

Why good instructions for your cat sitter?

A cat prefers to stay in its own home during your holiday, surrounded by familiar smells and routines. But that only works if the sitter knows exactly what to do — and what not to do. In practice, things rarely go wrong with the feeding itself, but they do with the details: the cat that sneaks past the front door, the tablet that has to go into the wet food, or the bedroom door that absolutely must stay closed. A complete cat-sitter checklist prevents exactly these kinds of surprises and gives you peace of mind on holiday.

This generator walks you through all topics step by step: feeding schedule, snacks and water, medication, the litter box, your cat's personality and quirks, emergency contacts and house rules. Print the result as a neat guide to leave on the kitchen counter, or copy it as text directly into WhatsApp. If you've filled in a cat passport, the name, age, chip number and vet are filled in automatically. And if you use the feeding & medication planner? Then we pre-fill the calculated daily ration and medication for you.

Frequently asked questions

What does a cat sitter need to know?

At a minimum: what, when and how much your cat eats; where the litter box is and how often it needs scooping; any medication with dosage and timing; whether the cat is allowed outside; and who to call if in doubt — you, the vet and a backup contact nearby. Don't forget the “soft” info either: is your cat shy, an escape artist or a begging charmer?

How often should a sitter visit?

Once a day is the absolute minimum for most adult cats; twice is more comfortable, especially with wet food or medication. Kittens, older cats and cats with a medical condition need more frequent attention — discuss this well in advance with your sitter and vet.

What should you leave out for the cat sitter?

Food and snacks (with a measuring scoop), litter and a scoop, the carrier in an accessible spot, medicines with clear labels, a spare key and your printed guide with phone numbers. Also note in the guide where everything is kept — this generator has a dedicated section for that.

Is a home sitter better than a cattery?

For most cats, yes: they are strongly attached to their territory and experience less stress in their own home. A cattery can be a good choice for cats that need intensive medical care or when you don't have anyone who can visit daily.