But when the same question is asked of cats, one cannot help but wonder. There is little research on pet cat loneliness. What is not usually discussed is the amount of time a cat should be left alone in the house and how loneliness affects the cat. So many people don't know the answer to the question of how long a cat can live alone.
A number of recent studies on cat emotions and behavior are slowly disproving the myths. And first came the myth of the cat's freedom and comfort of being alone. Two recent studies on cat sociality and attachment have shown that cats are very social and enjoy strong and strong bonds with humans. But there's no reason to think that cats don't feel lonely, and boredom can also be seen in them.
But again when asked about the average length of time a cat is left alone, the answer is not known. The issue has remained hidden for a long time due to a lack of information about pet cats, how long alone time is acceptable and a lack of guidance for cat owners on what to do to alleviate loneliness. In this case, even if one's pet cat can go outside, the loneliness can become quite miserable for cats who do not have that opportunity.
Also, every cat is different from each other. Since each cat's needs depend on the cat's individual personality, the cat's relationship with its humans, the presence of other animals in the home (including dogs), etc., it is difficult to generalize about what any cat needs. However, until separate empirical guidelines for pet cats are available, the 4 hours alone time for pet dogs is best followed.
