Being here in Florida It's not good to leave the food out quite like that since it will draw bugs. Also, since we don't have central A/C or heat, I have to leave the door open. Litter box is in our bathroom just off the bedroom and food and water is in the kitchen where they have to travel through the living room. Daughter did say that they ventured out last night about 3am to explore and get food. The litter box has been used. Daughter pulled one out earlier today and he seemed to be fine, but for some reason, hubby scares him. Must be because the previous owner was only 5'3" and hubby id 6'5". Big tall scary dude and all, you know? It will take a few days, but if it doesn't get better, we will take bed apart and redo the stuff under it and block all way under it.