Can I temporarily cage my cat? How long is too long for confinement?

It's a very good idea not to leave your cat alone outside for 10 days. As long as the cage is big enough for food, water, and litter box as well as for him to move, he should be ok for that period of time. Best of luck.

That set up looks perfect for Kitter. Thanks for including pictures. The reality is that cats sleep when we are at work, so my only concern at 14 years old is that he is able to comfortably jump up to the second level in order to access his bed. As long as he is able to make that jump easily, I think he will be very comfortable in that cage while he gets acclimated to his new home. Good luck! I hope that was helpful and answers your question. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I think that is a good idea! Just make sure he has a litter box, water and kitten food. The fish likely won't make him sick but if you are seeing problems with it, maybe confining him in your room when your Auntie is home will solve the problem! I wish you all the best!

Hello! It is absolutely not cruel punishment to contain your cat so you can sleep. I know of multiple high energy cats that are crate trained for this exact purpose. Cats love hanging out in small, dark spaces anyway, so with positive reinforcement, patience, and time, she will likely begin to love her crate time! I also recommend toys that dispense treats when they are played with for all high energy cats, as it can really help get them exercise and simulate their hunting instincts to play for food. I hope this is helpful! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! :)

Any way he can stay in a bathroom or small room instead? He will be contained but not be so stressed because you can put a litterbox, water, food, toys, and bedding in there. I would worry about a small carrier overnight because he could injure himself trying to get out. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Hello. Personally, I think this is a little long. I think this is just a generic recommendation for any surgery done at the neuter clinic. Feline neuters are generally well healed in a few days. As long as Bailey stays indoors I think he can stay out of his crate. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I'm so sorry to hear that Zoe was hurt. I don't know that there is anything published about attractive pictures, but I do have some tips. 1) Cats love looking out windows - consider putting her crate on a table or stable piece of furniture so she can look out. On a related note, cats are less anxious up high than they are on the ground so this can help with both of those. 2) Ideally the cage or play pen is large enough to keep a litter box at least 2 feet from her food and water. Either way, space them as far apart as possible 3) Consider Feliway products. These are cat- appeasing pheremones that truly do decrease stress and anxiety in cats. 4) Consider keeping the brother in another section of the home if he is likely to stress Zoe out. At this point, I'd rather he be stressed than Zoe. 5) Administer all pain medications as prescribed as this will be very important in keeping Zoe calm and comfortable. Best wishes to you and Zoe!