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Information on leaving cats alone for long periods of time
Sometimes, unexpected things happen, and you end up in a hospital.
You have a cat or several cats and no one to care for them. There are several things you can do - ahead of time - to prepare for such an event,
Consider leaving a key with a friend
If you live in a home with no other family, it would be best to contact one of your relatives who live reasonably near you, and ask if they would consider caring for your cat until you get back home. If they agree, make sure you give them a key, make a list of what the cat needs - and where the food, litter, is located - and put this note on the refrigerator or some conspicuous place where they would be sure to see it. Make sure you leave a name and telephone number for your vet. If your cat needs medical attention, this will be invaluable.
if you live in an apartment building
Most apartment buildings have a manager. You could speak with them and see if they would agree to feed your cat for a day or so if you are hospitalized in an emergency situation. You could check to see if they would hold a key to your apartment and agree to let someone you authorize to go in and feed the cat. If you have a friend in another apartment, who would agree to help you, that is the best way to be sure your cat would be taken care of.
a card with emergency info on your fridge
The refrigerator is the most noticeable place in your home to leave a card with emergency information on it. Leave the cat's name, age, color, sex, etc on the card (just in case there is more than one) and who should be called in case you are rushed to the hospital in an emergency situation. Be sure to make plans beforehand with the person named on your card. Be sure to leave the person's name and telephone number on your card. You can tape an extra key on the card, if you need to. Include the name and telephone number of your vet.
call for help
Your first call should be to a friend or relative who could help you. You can also get in touch with your church to see if they would have someone who could help. Do not forget your social media....many times you will find someone there. A social worker at the hospital where you are a patient might have some ideas too.
rescues that might help
Animal Rescue League of Boston....617-426-9170 x604
PAWS Wakefield .... 551-800-7297
Saint Meows - Somerville .... 857-301-9215
Cape Ann Animal Aid .... 978-283-6055
Melrose Humane Society .... 781-771-7607
(MHS is a VERY small group of all-volunteers)