A lot of people tell us their cats are extremely independent, so they can fend on there own for a couple of days. A good question to ask is how long can your cat, really, be left alone? Cats are independent, yes, but they still require a few things to be happy and healthy. Cats shouldn't be left alone for more than 24 hours; even that pushes the envelope in our eyes. Here you'll learn reasons why cats shouldn't be left alone and solutions while you're away. Cats need mental s