As a pet owner, you should have a plan for your cat or dog for the times you have to leave town. Whether you have to leave for business or pleasure, you should want to maintain the comfortable lifestyle for your animal while you are away.

One of the worst ideas for your animal is to leave your pet at home to fend for itself. Some pet owners think that they can over stock food and water, leave a door open, and their pet will be fine during the duration of your vacation. This idea is not only wrong, but unsafe. Some pet owners might have a neighbor of a friend check up on their pet everyday while they are away, and this too is a bad idea.

To ensure that your pet will be taken care of the whole time you are out of the home, seek the services of a pet hotel. Animal boarding services can be found in every neighborhood and are ideal if you plan on leaving for days at a time. Find a pet hotel with a veterinarian on premises at all times and nurses on hand to tend to your pet's needs.

The most qualified pet hotel for your dog or cat should be clean and temperature controlled. Ask how many times your dog is walked during the day, and how many hours your dog gets to play with others. Ask if your cat is stationed with others or has an individual condo, and ask how far the dog kennels are in comparison to where the cats stay.

For the most part, the pet hotel will provide your pet their own food, but if you have a special diet planned for your dog or cat, remember to bring your own food for them. Leaving your pet for a period of time can be stressful, so leave it up to the experts to maintain their comfort level.