Since I have both a child and a cat my advice to you would be $10 a day. I would ask that your sitter stay and play a few extra minutes for this rate and give some love to your kitty as it is a long day alone. This is less that what most babysitters charge for 1 hour and much less that boarding.
iStar Software Inc. : As a software development company, iStar Software is interested in evolving technology areas and how they affect businesses and customers. Here is an interesting article on IoT( Internet Of Things) and how it impact the auto industry.
Privacy that fits in your pocket. Use anything by Open Whisper Systems. Signal is the most scalable encryption tool we have. It is free and peer reviewed. I encourage people to use it everyday. I am regularly impressed with the thought and care put into both the security and the usability of this app.