Pet owners, especially dog and cat lovers, will do almost anything to insure that their furry companions are cared for in every possible way – including giving them nutritious foods, providing necessary veterinary care and overseeing proper exercise.

Leaving Pets Home Alone
But one unavoidable factor for many owners is the time spent away from pets while at work or school. Currently, pet owners care for approximately 73 million dogs and 90 million cats in the United States, according to a National Pet Owners survey in 2005-2006. The incidences of behavior problems and injury increase when these animals are left home alone for excessive hours during the day.