Planning a Fall Trip from St. Louis? Why a Cat Sitter Beats Boarding Every Time

The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and your wanderlust is calling. Whether you’re headed out of town for a fall wedding, a cozy cabin weekend, or an early holiday getaway, there’s one question every St. Louis cat parent faces: Who’s going to take care of your favorite feline while you're away?

Sure, cat boarding facilities exist—but are they really the best option for your fur baby? 🤔Spoiler alert: probably not. Let’s break down why in-home cat sitting is the cat’s meow for St. Louis pet parents, especially this time of year.

Cats Are Homebodies—Let Them Stay That Way

Unlike their canine counterparts, cats are creatures of habit who thrive in familiar surroundings. When you board your cat:

• They’re exposed to new smells, sounds, and stressors.

• Their daily routine is completely disrupted.

• They may stop eating, hide, or become anxious (yes—even the "cool cats").

When you hire a professional cat sitter in St. Louis, your cat:

• Stays cozy in their favorite nap spot.

• Eats, plays, and snuggles on their schedule.

• Avoids the stress of car rides, crates, and noisy kennels.

House of Paws provides peace of mind for you & purrs of approval from them!

Personalized Attention (No Assembly Line Care)

Let’s be honest: even the nicest boarding facilities juggle multiple pets at once. Your cat may only get a few minutes of human interaction a day—if that.

With House of Paws cat sitting, your kitty gets:

• One-on-one playtime, belly rubs, and brushing (if they’re into that).

• Real-time updates with photos and videos to melt your heart

• Medication administration, litter box scooping, and anything else they need to thrive.

Comfort and Safety During St. Louis’s Fall Weather Shifts

St. Louis weather loves to keep us on our toes—60s one day, 30s the next. Your sitter can keep an eye on:

• Home temperatures

• Drafty windows or doors

• Making sure your cat is snug and safe from fall chills

Bonus: We’ll also bring in your mail, water plants, and keep your home looking lived-in while you're gone. (Because who wants to come home to dead mums and a stuffed mailbox? Not you. Not us.)

Skip the Guilt, Keep the Routine

We know leaving your pet behind can tug at the heartstrings. But hiring a trusted, local cat sitter means:

• You’re supporting a small business in St. Louis ❤️

• Your cat gets all the love with none of the disruption

• You get to fully enjoy your trip knowing everything’s handled back home

Book Your Fall Cat Sitting Early—We Fill Up Fast!

Fall is one of our busiest seasons for travel (hello, weddings and winery weekends!), so don’t wait to book your visits. Our team of reliable, background-checked, cat-obsessed sitters is here to give you—and your kitty—the purr-fect experience.

Book Your Cat Sitter Now!