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Catteries and cat boarding in the United Kingdom

Compare 297 catteries and cat boarding establishments currently listed in the United Kingdom. This page is specifically for cats, with cat-only establishments shown before businesses that also board dogs. Providers may use terms such as cat boarding and boarding for cats; open each profile and confirm the accommodation is suitable for your cat.

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Dartview — Boarding Kennel

Cats
South HamsContact
  • Transport
  • Keepers and pets coexist

Dartview Cattery as established in 1973 by a family based in Totnes, aiming to provide warm and welcoming accommodation for your cats.Each cat has their own individual house, with a

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Cosy Cats — Boarding Kennel

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IvybridgeContact
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  • Keepers and pets coexist

Cosy Cats Cattery is a family-run business based in Ivybridge that offers luxury cat accommodation, in both single and multiple chalets, all of which are spacious and heated.Accommodation is available

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Old Moor — Boarding Kennel

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Torridge DistrictContact

Old Moor Boarding Cattery is situated in Bideford, offering single and double chalets for individual cats or family units. All kennels feature an indoor sleeping area and a covered outside

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Greystones — Boarding Kennel

Cats
Somerset West and TauntonContact
  • Keepers and pets coexist

Greystones Cattery is located 3 miles from the centre of Taunton.Each room in the cattery includes an infra-red heat lamp, lockable cat flaps that lead out to private sheltered areas

Catteries and cat boarding across the United Kingdom

The national directory currently has populated area pages for 39 counties or regions. The largest current inventories are in Devon, West Yorkshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Cornwall.

Travelling with your cat to boarding in the United Kingdom

Use the county and regional links to reduce the journey radius, then compare the precise address and route for each establishment. Travel time can differ substantially from straight-line distance, especially for rural listings.

How to choose a cattery in the United Kingdom

For a cat, look for secure individual accommodation with a hiding place, elevated resting space, clean litter facilities and a double-door or similarly controlled entrance. Ask whether the cattery is physically and acoustically separated from dogs, how often each cat is checked, and how staff record appetite, drinking, litter use and signs of stress. Confirm that unfamiliar cats are never expected to share a unit.

What to prepare for your cat’s stay

For cat boarding, prepare the cat’s vaccination record, secure carrier, usual food, medication instructions, veterinary details and an emergency contact. Ask about parasite treatment and identification requirements. Tell the cattery about hiding behaviour, litter preference, eating habits, medical conditions and previous stress, and ask whether familiar bedding or a small item carrying the cat’s home scent is permitted.

Weather and planning for cats in the United Kingdom

Catteries can fill quickly during school holidays and popular travel weekends. Cats may be sensitive to heat, cold, noise and changes in routine, so ask about temperature control, ventilation, quiet rest and monitoring during severe weather. Always transport the cat in a secure carrier and reserve early if an individual unit with particular medical or mobility features is needed.

Conditions can vary substantially across United Kingdom. Use the current weather shown on available area pages and check the local forecast for the establishment before travel.

Frequently asked questions

How many catteries and cat-boarding establishments are listed in the United Kingdom?

There are currently 297 active cat-boarding listings. The total changes automatically with the directory inventory.

Why are cat-only establishments shown first?

Cat pages prioritise establishments recorded for cats and not dogs. There are currently 158 cat-only listings in this result set; mixed establishments follow and may also provide suitable separated cat accommodation.

Should cats be housed away from dogs?

Cats often benefit from a quiet area physically and acoustically separated from dogs. Ask about separation, secure entrances and whether cats can see or hear dogs from their units.

What should a good cat-boarding unit provide?

Ask about a private secure unit, hiding place, elevated resting space, comfortable temperature, ventilation, clean litter area and room to keep food and water away from the tray.

Which vaccinations does a cat need before boarding?

Requirements vary by establishment and the cat’s circumstances. Ask which feline vaccinations and parasite treatments are required, when they must be completed and whether the current record must be presented.

What should I take for my cat’s stay?

Use a secure carrier and provide the requested vaccination record, food instructions, medication and emergency contacts. Ask whether familiar bedding or a small scent item is allowed and tell staff about appetite, litter and stress habits.

How should a cattery monitor a nervous cat?

Ask how often staff check eating, drinking, litter use, behaviour and medication, how observations are recorded and when they contact the owner or veterinary practice if a cat stops eating or appears unwell.

Can I contact establishments in the United Kingdom directly?

Yes. A telephone number is available on 296 of 297 current listings. Open a profile to see the available contact information and confirm current services directly.

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