One of the most common cat-related quandaries is who should care for your pet if you have to stay away from home. A cattery is a popular choice.
Choose a good cattery and you can be confident your pet is safe, secure and well looked after while you’re away. Regulations introduced in England in 2018 mean that all catteries must be licensed by the local authority and meet strict standards relating to space, security, hygiene, lighting, ventilation, temperature and staff training. There’s even a star-rating system. (Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland also have licensing schemes for animal boarding.)
People who run catteries tend to be cat lovers themselves and most adore their feline visitors, giving them plenty of attention and affection, doing all they can to make each cat feel welcome.
If you need to find a good cattery for your pet, ask around for local recommendations, check online reviews, or see if your vet has any suggestions. Phone the cattery owner for a chat about your cat’s needs and ask to have a look around to see if it looks like somewhere your pet would like to be.