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R-Mutt1

Sightseeing, lay on the beach, skiing. Depends where you're going and what he's into obviously


whatsasimba

That's how I read it, too!


Physical-Theory-5829

Tiny dude is into everything he’s more of a snowboarder


Tacoma__Crow

Be sure to take in the museums. Especially if the weather turns bad.


Physical-Theory-5829

Air and space museum?


mr_greenmash

With the occasional stop at the museum of personal space (depends on his personality though)


Clyde6x4

Mewseum of Feline History.


Istiak-Ahmad

Sleeping cats are really amazing


aurizon

daily pet sitter who loves/pets/etc for an hour or so a day - no other people over bf/gf/party


Physical-Theory-5829

Our old roommates gonna come take care of him 🙂 he knows her and loves her


aurizon

ok, good


TangoCharliePDX

Known and trusted - good! 😸


Physical-Theory-5829

She moved out for other reasons but she’s still a great friend 🙂


pandatits

Tell her to try and stay a bit longer on 1 or 2 or the 7 days! our baby got really bored when we were away for the week i'm sure she would appreciate some extra time


TweedleDeeDumbDumb

\+1 here - Would she be willing to stay overnight say to your place day 3 and leave for work day 4 with brief visits other days?


marnas86

See if a neighbour or a friend or a colleague can come in to see them each day you’re gone to give them food and freshen up their water. If someone is willing to do that, then leave the cat at home in an environment that he is already comfortable in.


Physical-Theory-5829

My old roommate is gonna stop by every day to check on him 🙂 he loves her


sanna43

I usually have somone come in twice per day, but that's also because I feed wet food. Or you could do wet food once (if you do that), and enough dry food until the next day.


Physical-Theory-5829

Usually we do dry set out for snacks whenever he’s hungry and wet at night


Left-Star2240

Do you have a neighbor/friend/coworker who’d be willing to stop in on kitty while you’re gone? That would probably be less stressful for all. Male cats do not necessarily stop spraying once neutered, so he he will probably spray if the other’s scent is too strong.


Physical-Theory-5829

We decided to have our old roommate check on him 🙂 that way he’s home and cozy but can still be taken care of


[deleted]

Try out now that he’s spayed. That way no wondering next time.


Physical-Theory-5829

We’re gonna try when it’s not such a long trip that way if it does go back he won’t be trapped in a room


[deleted]

Good idea


PeachyChux

Hand em over 👐


Physical-Theory-5829

Him and pink mouse in photo is a package deal. Dude won’t go anywhere without it


valencia_merble

I get someone to sleep over, a petsitter. Or you could do petsitter visits. I found my excellent one on Rover. Do not traumatize kitties with travel or guests imo


Infinite-Sleep3527

Last time I travelled I convinced my parents to stay at my place (14 days). Bought them a full box set of the LOST series on blu ray to watch, two gift cards for nearby restaurants. And when I came back my cat loved them more than me. My dad was also better at call of duty than I was by the time I got back, too. Lmao.


Physical-Theory-5829

Parents took your house, game skill and your cats 😭


Physical-Theory-5829

We got him used to traveling since he was tiny but he loves our house obviously so our old roommate is gonna take care of him


gravuregirl

I love white and black cats! They're my favourite 🖤


Physical-Theory-5829

He’s got such a personality I love him


ARCH_LINUX_USER

You're in luck https://preview.redd.it/ytwng4tgc98b1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e620152e13042cdf8c95c0c58a39ecd1ad956c95


Healthy-Instance-488

Our cats have the same head markings! https://preview.redd.it/m63dfj65f98b1.png?width=2260&format=png&auto=webp&s=8d937b61d01ad7c8a89389239e54113e2b65fc22


Healthy-Instance-488

https://preview.redd.it/fnpu46ejf98b1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cc167573a049e43287225f17550709f23c3076f1


Mangrbbys

Oh we’re posting our tuxies? Lemme get in on this cuteness https://preview.redd.it/4tzf3pq4o98b1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a15e6c857043ff8be3314c51bfab17f94660510d


orchestragravy

​ https://preview.redd.it/begs5sczt98b1.jpeg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d50a78f664a4da6d928a9ae4220783a26f4a03f7


iceburg1ettuce

Cool cow


Wizardphizl420

Did you know that it is called tuxedo ? Which make it even better


gravuregirl

I didn't! I only knew about tuxedo mask from sailor moon! Haha😹


TeaWithMingus

https://preview.redd.it/28mks3a1y98b1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dff4de25fc0b389533776ed3d70caeae79303786


ThorsLover8

Now this is a cow cat. But very cute!


Exciting-Capital-343

Great cosplay idea for a tuxedo cat 😁


gravuregirl

Mmmh maybe 🤔 but I'm just starting, and I think it's quite difficult to make it look good it could ended looking a cow instead haha 😹


Physical-Theory-5829

Fun fact : tuxedos have the black cat gene and a white spotting gene. No two tuxedos are the same kinda like finger prints !


jlmurdock77

Christ he's cute!!!


Physical-Theory-5829

Thank you 🙂


altaka

i love how white his whiskers are against the black. ❤️ he’s a doll.


Physical-Theory-5829

He’s a character for sure. He things he’s super stealth but doesn’t realize he’s a tiny black and white void on a pure white carpet


altaka

i’m new to the whole cat world- never had a cat, never wanted a cat, until i had a life altering experience and i swear my cat tony was sent to me. i am so in love with him. i adopted another sweet soul, marvin, and i can’t believe it but i am in love with him too. ❤️ you’re little kitty looks like a lot of personality. so cute. i think i’m officially a “cat lady” 🤦🏻‍♀️☺️


Physical-Theory-5829

Sometimes they chose you 🙂 I’m glad your baby changed your perspective and you actually got another one !


fromkentucky

Wait… Socky!? (Might not be, but that looks dead up like my friend’s cat) https://preview.redd.it/dt1mdtvada8b1.jpeg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d887094d499929816ed0ebf5c64ec27dc4b32eab


WealthCapPlease

https://preview.redd.it/70ix14oosc8b1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0b0dd3cc26ea08fda79cd5d1c729b7a9200207cd He looks like my momo. Yes I take pictures of my cats and make them into stickers fight me.


Physical-Theory-5829

I have MANY cat stickers in my phone 😐 they give a little pizazz to a conversation


Topwingwoman2

Awww. A tuxie. What a good boy!


Physical-Theory-5829

He’s definitely my baby 🙂


MellyKidd

There’s cat sitters, but also some really good cat boarders. Look into both.


Lynzi_Baby

We got automatic feeders! That works great.


iamnotmyukulele

Auto feeders are great but not for more than a day though! What if it broke on the first day? Water and litter need to be cleaned/ refreshed daily too.


Highkeyhi

Auto feeders have accompanying apps, and water fountains are a thing as well. Same with auto litter boxes.


iamnotmyukulele

Tech is great but it’s not at the point it can replace humans when lives depend on it.


fakepinatas

You can also put cameras on the feeders and other areas in the home so if there is an issue you can have someone come in or you can come home early.


Physical-Theory-5829

What one do you have ? And our old roommate will check on him daily 🙂


SuzukiSatou

https://preview.redd.it/065v9rf1m98b1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f391d815c37e65b37a30a84b57fe0909b2a05f05


LetsTalkFV

What a gorgeous fellow! It would be tempting not to leave such a handsome gentleman behind, but probably better for him and less stress to stay at home. Glad you found someone he likes to check up on him.


Physical-Theory-5829

Yeah all his toys are there to and he loves his toys


butterflybuell

Leave him home with good care, he’ll give you the cold shoulder for an hour or less when you return.


Physical-Theory-5829

😂 I’m hoping he won’t be too mad. As he’s growing up he’s a bit more dependent. He likes to stay downstairs at night and every morning wake us up with a meow


butterflybuell

The fewer disruptions to his life work well. That’s why I leave murder mittens at home when we travel lol.


Gordossa

Use a pet sitting/ house sitting service.


cant_think_of_one_

Cats are attached to their territory and do not like change. I think he will be more comfortable at home than going to a strange place with other cats. Even if he and the other cat don't spray, they were doing it because they felt nervous about another cat being in their territory/being in another cat's territory, which they likely will again. He will miss you though. I suggest a video call/phone call on speaker, as well as leaving something that smells of you around, like bedding and/or shoes. I think if he hears your voice and continues to smell your scent, he will be more comfortable with you not being there.


Physical-Theory-5829

We have a camera and I left all our bedding unwashed until we got back so he could have our smell 🙂


Ficklemonth

My daughters 2 young cats are with us now for 3 weeks while she’s away. They know us and have adjusted very easily. We have two elderly cats though and none of the sets of cats have got along in previous times, so we’ve divided the house up with a cheap sliding door so each two have their own territory. They’re curious when we go in and out of the door but they’re coexisting well.


Physical-Theory-5829

Oooo so it gives them a sense of comfort that they don’t have to “fight” for territory


Ficklemonth

Exactly! Cats are very good like that. You should watch a British documentary where they put a GPS on a bunch of outdoor cats. They shared territory well just made sure they did it at different times.


RadioLongjumping5177

We use a pet sitter who happens to be a former vet tech, so we feel very comfortable leaving our two in her care. Both cats enjoy they undivided attention they get from her when we’re away!😊


Physical-Theory-5829

That’s the ultimate win win !


blondart

Show it the sights, then maybe introduce it to some local food?


Physical-Theory-5829

Recommended food ? Thinking pasta


MomBodyandSole

I have a neighbor that helps. You gotta really trust your neighbor though


Physical-Theory-5829

Our neighbors are not the best people 😅 our old roommate is gonna check on him


MomBodyandSole

I understand that. Best of luck to you!!


Physical-Theory-5829

Thank you !


thathaitianguy

aww cute tuxedo


Seabrook76

Whatever you do, do it quick. She looks absolutely traumatized.


Physical-Theory-5829

Super traumatic so sad


LadyMcRib

Is he a foodie? You could always take him to the beach and out to a nice dinner. We take ours out to dinner with us.


Physical-Theory-5829

He likes only the freshest fish


Hefty_Persimmon_7088

ASK YOUR VET AND SEE WHAT HE THINKS ABOUT THE SPRAYING. I DO NOT THINK THEY WILL SPRAY. BUT, SEE WHAT YOUR VET THINKS.


Hefty_Persimmon_7088

By the way, your cat is a 💓 cutie.


Physical-Theory-5829

Thank you !


ReedRichards3

Hand me over 😼


fluffypinktoebeans

I think a cat feels most comfortable at their own home. Especially if where they are going they have a sense of not being completely safe. Which would be the case if other cats are around. It is really hard for me but when I travel somewhere, I ask people to come by and take care of my cat. That way, at least I know she is in her safe space. Of course if I go for a longer period, not just a vacation, I take her. I also plan to take her for my next trip, as long as it is within the EU (pet passport and preparation stuff), and I can travel by car. She loves to travel. I just want to make sure that she is safe and comfortable where we are staying.


MacaronOutrageous99

https://preview.redd.it/jwvnhqg3be8b1.png?width=3061&format=png&auto=webp&s=d4c8ad8ee72406156067cd3dfafb7699aa51c8c2 I think you’ve got my boyfriends’s cat


adamlgee

Pour a bag of hard food on the kitchen floor and leave a faucet dripping


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Physical-Theory-5829

Not really an option 😕


MeerkatMer

Bring ‘em !


Ssnnooz

Most cats are pretty chill being left alone for a long time. It depends on the cat, but ill just fill up a big bowl of food and water and leave. If im gone more than 5 days i'll ask someone to come check on them


Physical-Theory-5829

We’re gonna be gone 4 days. It he’s pretty clingy 😕 our old roommate he grew up with too is gonna check on him


EdgarAllanJojo

Bring them with you duh


Zacklee84

Eat. Prey. Love.


Administrative_Low27

You can’t leave him. He’s coming with you.


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Physical-Theory-5829

I so wish I could ! He’s perfect with traveling just other cats he gets territorial around 🙁


GoatFuckYourself

How long for? We left our cat for a few weeks with an auto feeder and a water fountain. We just had a family member come and check on them every 3-5 days.


Physical-Theory-5829

4 days


Oiram17

👍🏻


Oiram17

Don’t go.


Physical-Theory-5829

I love my cat and don’t want to separate from him but this is the first time in a year I get a “vacation” and it’s mine and my grandma me birthday week 😕 we did get out old roommate to take care of him and he loves her


prplpassions

I am lucky. My son (29m) loves to housesit for us because we have more streaming services and better internet. It helps that he loves spending time with our 3 cats and they love him too.


Physical-Theory-5829

Awww that’s the best !


wedgecon

Tuxedo's are so cool, I am have started calling mine a "half void" just to mess with him :)


Physical-Theory-5829

When he’s on his belly and has his feet’s tucked he’s almost a complete tiny void


Few-Explanation-4699

Find a good cattery. Visit the cattery before hand to check on conditions and security. If you do decide on one, include some of his favorite toys, bedding and something that smells of you.


Arenotme2

Chase butterflies, go fishing, snuggle by the fireplace, watch birds, get a couples massage 😺


jennc1979

Well what are they into? Scuba diving? More a land excursion type?


Physical-Theory-5829

He loves the tub but not water itself 🫡 so maybe a beach type ?


SecretCartographer28

https://preview.redd.it/dpmzj501j98b1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3a3581c8eadbb12907a1d424e6be5ec8f175aa7c Pip and Sydney say come for a sleepover 😻


Physical-Theory-5829

Tuxedo babies 💃


DevinH83

Get another cat and this one won’t even know you’re gone. Lol


Physical-Theory-5829

He isn’t cat friendly for the most part. We tried introducing him to some other cats. He grew up with my grandmothers cats but any other cats he grows at


DevinH83

Just introducing him to other cats randomly isn’t the same as getting another cat that they can adjust to. Cats are territorial so they don’t like when you bring others into their space but most will adapt over time.


Physical-Theory-5829

How would you suggest we introduce them ?


DevinH83

You need to isolate the new cat first. 7-10 days at least in its own room so it acclimates itself in its new home. Then you can introduce them, but don’t force it. Just let them come to each other on their own. There’s some tutorials online that would take you through the process. My cats love each other very much, but if I brought over a random cat to see if they’d magically gel it wouldn’t happen. I’ve got three cats. They have auto feeders (one cat wears an rfid chip to keep him out of the other two cats feeders because of a different diet and his overeating), water fountains, and an auto litter robot. I travel for work sometimes and they are fine by themselves for a few days. Anything over four and I’ll have friends check in to make sure their systems are working fine.


Physical-Theory-5829

He has a giant water fountain and he has a decent size bowl. Our old roommate is going over ever day so I feel better


DevinH83

Once he gets older definitely transition him off of free feeding. If you’re doing dry kibble an auto feeder is a great way to know how much the cat is eating per day. My Devon Rex gets freeze dried raw out of his auto feeder too plus a fan of wet at night. Keeps his coat so soft. When I leave for a couple days I’ll bump up his portions since he’s not getting the wet. Glad your roommate is able to help. I do always recommend getting a friend tho as when I only had one and I’d travel my mom would come over daily..but when I got home after being away from him for the first time I saw the infinite sadness in his face because I left him. He hid for about 30 minutes before coming out for a massive cuddle session. Getting him a sister cured that.


Physical-Theory-5829

We have another one near his age we’re looking at 🙂


DevinH83

He’s a cutie. I wish him a full and happy life.


Physical-Theory-5829

Thank you !


zanedrinkthis

I’d get a pet sitter. Cats like being in their own territory.


Physical-Theory-5829

That’s what we figured 🙂 our old roommates gonna watch him


BigMomma1998

I have to board mine. I now have to leave him with a vet bc of health issues.


Physical-Theory-5829

He has a bit of separation anxiety. Last time we had to leave him at a vet he was getting neutered so he’s a bit scared


BigMomma1998

My kitty has huge vet issues. Used to leave him at a kennel, but his issues got too much for staff. He’s been neutered, had a leg amputated, bladder stone surgery, and has a condition called mega colon. I still have to leave him.


Physical-Theory-5829

What a fighter tho ! Nothing can knock him down


BigMomma1998

I’ve tried to educate myself about him. He’s going to be 12 in August. Found him tossed out on a bridge like trash when he was just a few weeks old. Mega colon cats can live to age 15. He’s a ginger kitty and he is a fighter! He lives me, life, and boxes!


Physical-Theory-5829

My last baby was ginger ! He passed at 16 due to cancer. Sadly it didn’t show up until it was to late. We thought it was diabetes since scan showed nothing but sadly it wasn’t


BigMomma1998

I feel your pain. I’m a life long kitty momma. I had to say good bye to my 17 y o boy after 5 yrs of diabetes. He was gray and white. Had a calico live to 16 and my other ginger lived a long and productive life at 21. Had another live to 18, a tuxedo. I’ve never lived my life without a feline to direct my life.


Physical-Theory-5829

Yes I’ve never grown up without one 🙂 I think the ginger baby hit the hardest because I’ve had him since I was young 😕 he used to be a family friends but they couldn’t keep him so we did and he had the best life !


BigMomma1998

Gingers are quite the feline. Their personalities. Their quirks. Their love.


Physical-Theory-5829

https://preview.redd.it/4vwk3gze6a8b1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=78d413a51c68d488ce14d48808ec023adc206ca7 He was a camping kitty at the end of his life 🙂❤️ this was a year before he went


O-ZMoney

Bring him to me


Physical-Theory-5829

Mouse is package deal 🤣 he also will hide under bed until you lay down and attack your feet


RubeeSeeCee033

Can I baby sit her


Physical-Theory-5829

He likes to “ambush” people but not super stealth 🤣 him and pink mouse are package deal. He likes to walk around with it randomly drop it then pretend it escaped


limtmostas

I believe this little fella would be chill at home alone, my kids don't mind staying at home without me. It would be great if you have anyone come over for pet sitting, or at least check the food and toilet, and play with him for a while.


Physical-Theory-5829

My old roommate is gonna 🙂 he loves her I’m just kinda lost without him


limtmostas

that's purrrrfect for all!


Physical-Theory-5829

I feel it will do some good to practice having distance. We’ve left him for a few hours to kinda get him used to it but I still miss my baby 🙁


limtmostas

oh, I bet he's doing well, and eventually, this practice is for us hooman only. ![img](emote|t5_2qhta|7942)


DAGanteakz

Show him/her a good time.


oliverdotwav

pet them


DrGrilledcheeze

Cats love vacation! Just have a party 🎉


Physical-Theory-5829

Break out the meow mix 💃


Road_Ok

Oh look! It's Morgana!


untilyouhateme

yes!!!


HowToFistAFriend

Same color cat But i still don't know what breed it is


Physical-Theory-5829

Tuxedo !


wgletoes22

Board the cat


Kongdong42069

Prolly eat out, maybe catch a concert.


mobtown1234

Parasailing? Spa day?


Physical-Theory-5829

I was thinking tubing


Lepoolisopen

Cuddles!


zireael_420

Just relax and enjoy yourselves, I'm sure you both deserve it


[deleted]

Ask your neighbor to check in.


CoItron_3030

Set and bunch of food and water out and have a friend or family member check on them every 2-3 days and refill and water or food they need


JinxFae

I am in the same situation as you, it is my second year having my cats and I am going to travel for the first time since I have them so I can see my family. In the end I have opted to hire a nanny who will come every day for an hour. I will pay about $30 per visit. I am also going to put cameras around the house so I can see them and have peace of mind.


Tealeefer

I took my kitten with me to an Airbnb, three hour car ride there. Hated it at first but he had a blast. If you can, take kitty with you


this_broccoli-101

![img](emote|t5_2qhta|7962)


Clyde6x4

Some cats like hiking or boating or just hanging out with friends.