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Cat Kennel East St. Louis, IL

Cat Kennel in East St. Louis, IL. If you need to go out of town for a few days or more, you may be thinking about the best way to make sure your cat is properly taken care of. Leaving them at home may appear to make sense as they know the environment, but boarding your cat at a cat kennel is almost always the best choice for your cat. At Cats Only, our philosophy is in our name: our East St. Louis, IL cat kennel is just for cats and is owned and operated specifically by cat lovers and experts. There are no barking dogs and your cat will be able to enjoy a quiet, tranquil, cage-free room. Our cat kennel offers three sizes of suites so we can house your entire cat family no matter how big it is. Call us today at 618-772-8315 to learn more about why Cats Only is the best cat kennel in East St. Louis, IL for your cat.

6 Myths About Cat Kennels

Many East St. Louis, IL residents ask themselves if leaving a cat at a cat kennel is really the best thing for their cat. After all, they do not seem to require the constant care that dogs do. Simply leaving extra food and water in the environment they're used to may seem better than leaving them in a strange place with unknown humans. However, there are a lot of reasons reasons why it's best to board them in a cat kennel. Here are 6 of the common myths people think about cat kennels, and why they are false:

  1. My cat will be OK by themselves

    2. In the unfortunate event of a fire or other damage to your home while you're away, someone may not be able to come to their aid in time. Furthermore, if your cat has a medical issue while you're away, you can be certain they'll receive immediate and proper care when you board at a cat kennel.

    Cats are social creatures. While they can sometimes seem antisocial, or often hide from humans they don't know, being alone can often be stressful and cause them to worry.

  2. A cat kennel will be too stressful

    3. While most cats do not enjoy change, being alone for several days will be an unwelcome change as well. We're confident that with our friendly, cat-loving staff, relaxing and spacious suites, and dedicated playroom, they will adapt easily to their environment and enjoy their time at Cats Only's East St. Louis, IL Cat Kennel.

  3. My cat won't enjoy being around other cats, and may become ill

    At Cats Only, your cat will never interact with cats outside of your cat family, so you can feel at ease that they won't get anxious or sick because of another person's cat. Furthermore, we are a strictly flea-free cat kennel and all cats we welcome are required to have their rabies shot.

  4. My cat will be stuck in a cage the whole time

    There are no cages at our East St. Louis, IL cat kennel. We understand that cats' nature means they need a lot of room to follow their instincts and play. Our dedicated playroom will help even the most active cats get enough exercise and mental stimulation.

  5. Dogs will disturb my cat

    6. We all know that many dogs and cats are natural enemies. Hearing endless barking all night could cause any cat to become stressed. Fortunately, our cat kennel is only for cats, and your kitty will never hear or see another dog on our property.

  6. My cat will be left alone for several days

    7. Why board your cat in a cat kennel in East St. Louis, IL if they are just going to be left alone with food and water in a smaller space? At Cats Only, our devoted staff makes sure to check on your cat or cats multiple times a day, including three times when we arrive and three times before we leave. We are constantly checking to make sure their food and water bowl is full, and clean their cat litter twice a day. We also love spending quality one-on-one time with cats, so you can be confident your cat won't be lonely.

Why Choose Cats Only as Your Cat Kennel

You want to be confident that your kitty is in the best hands when you leave it at Cat Kennel in East St. Louis, IL. When you use Cats Only, your cat isn't simply staying somewhere overnight, it's going on a luxury vacation. Here are just a handful of the reasons why Cats Only is the best cat kennel in the East St. Louis, IL area:

The Suites

We offer standard, queen, and king size suites that can accommodate anywhere from one to six cats. Every suite comes with scratching posts, shelves for them to climb, beds, a window where they can watch the outside world, and a litter box with a privacy curtain. If you have multiple cats, they'll have more than enough space to expend their energy while still being able to keep each other company.

The Staff

Cats Only's owner decided to open her cat kennel after spending years in shelters and realizing she had a special connection with cats. The only people that work here are other East St. Louis, IL cat lovers who have spent years learning what makes cats tick and how to correctly care for them. It can be difficult giving medications to cats. If your cat needs medication, you can be confident that it will be given by someone who knows cats and knows how to make them feel at ease.

The Spa

We offer a lot of grooming services so we can pamper your fluffy friend while you are gone. Having your cat groomed regularly provides many health benefits for your cat, and a stay at our kennel is a great time to take advantage of our services.

Most groomers specialize in dogs, and many are unfamiliar with how to properly touch and groom a cat. Grooming a cat is more dangerous for both the groomer and the animal, but our certified master groomer knows to properly handle your cat so that they tolerate or even enjoy our grooming services.

It's Stress-Free.

Your cat or cats will enjoy our spacious suites and dog-free property. Our attentive staff and dedicated playroom will leave you feeling at ease that your kitty will be able to play, eat, and relax around in peace.

Choose East St. Louis, IL's Best Cat Kennel | Cats Only

Most groomers and kennels in the East St. Louis, IL area focus on dogs and only take in cats as an afterthought. Cats Only's cat kennel was created to offer cats a peaceful place where they can nap, play, scratch, and climb. Next time you have to leave East St. Louis, IL for a few days, call Cats Only at 618-772-8315 to ensure your kitty will be in the best hands while you're out of town.