In my experience, most cats don't particularly care if you come or go. Meep is unique in that after about three minutes she becomes worried and cries in the window.
I took this a few buildings away, followed up by a closer picture. It's like she's certain that even after two full years, this time-- right now --THIS is the day we will decide to take the dog and never come back.
Honestly, if I were hitting the streets I would take all my pets. I like a last resort if I'm going to starve.