The dogs just need potty breaks and the cats get wet food (1 with medication) in the morning and with the evening dog potty break. This will be most weekends, Saturdays midday and night time, Sundays morning and midday with an occasional week here and there. Our weekend schedule is subject to change due to my husband's work schedule so there is occasional short notice for the weekend/last minute cancellation. (We normally know by Wednesday how our weekend looks)