How Long Can a Cat Be Left Alone in the House?

Probably not as long as you think.

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The general rule for how long it’s okay to leave a cat alone at home is 24 hours. Many cats even seem to do fine alone for an entire weekend. When their people come back in the house, they may be greeted with nothing more than a nonchalant yawn, if that much.

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