Cattery Belleville, IL

Cattery in Belleville, IL. When you go out of town you want to be sure that your cat is safe and happy. Cats Only’s Cattery provides a safe and fun environment for your fluffy family member with staff that love cats as much as you do. A cattery won’t be able to replace your scent and your special bond with your cat, but a caring Belleville, IL cattery will put your cat at ease and keep them stress free, while maintaining their cleanliness and happiness. If you’re anxious about finding a cattery that will give your fluffball the care and attention he or she deserves, call us today at (618) 772-8315.

Contrary to other Belleville, IL catteries or pet hotels, Cats Only is exactly what our name implies: a place for only cats. We have no barking dogs, or any other animals that may distress your cat. Cats Only is a cage-free cattery, and our suites are designed for the comfort and safety of your cat or cats. Our Standard Suite can house up to two cats, the Queen Suite three or four cats, and the King Suite five or six. Regardless of your cat’s age or personality, Cats Only will make sure they have a pleasant and enjoyable experience when you board them at our cattery.

Why to Board Your Cat in a Cattery

A lot of Belleville, IL cat owners are worried that boarding their cat at a cattery will be stressful for their feline, and think the better choice might be to leave them at home and have someone check up on them. Many people mistakenly see cats as being low maintenance. Cats are social creatures and can grow lonely and anxious if left alone. Additionally, in the unfortunate event that a natural disaster occurs and damages your house while you are gone, or your cat experiences a medical emergency, nobody would be there to rescue them.

If your Belleville, IL family includes multiple cats, they’ll all be able to stay together in the same living space to comfort each other and keep each other company.

How to Pick the Right Cattery for Your Cat

There’s a lot to consider when choosing the best cattery for your cat. The Cat Fanciers Association (CFA) has recommended standard minimum requirements when picking a cattery, and at Cats Only we exceed all of them. Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing the best Belleville, IL cattery for your cat:

Living Space and Primary Enclosure. When choosing a cattery, the first thing that comes into your head could be about where they’ll be spending the majority of their time. Cats Only is a cage-free, no dogs allowed cattery with large and pleasant suites for your cat. Each of our three suite sizes has a litter box with a privacy curtain, a window that looks at the outdoors, scratching posts, a bed, and shelves and counters they can climb and play on. There’s also plenty of light during the day so they won’t be left in the dark.
The Staff. Whether you have a kitten or a grimalkin, you want to know that the person taking care of them cares as much about cats as you do. At Cats Only, cats are our expertise and our Belleville, IL staff is specifically certified in how to understand and handle cats. We love giving them cuddles and attention, and even have a dedicated playroom so more playful cats can get one-on-one play time with a member of our staff. In addition to giving your cat attention over the course of the day, we triple check on every cat when we get in in the morning and when we leave at night. Our attentive staff ensure your cat is fed twice daily and always has enough water.
Amenities. Your cat just being fed and safe isn’t enough, you want them to be somewhere they’ll be pampered. In addition to our playroom and spacious suites, the Cats Only Belleville, IL cattery offers professional grooming services so your cat can be bathed, trimmed, have their ears clean, and their nails trimmed. Our master cat groomer has been certified by the National Cat Groomers Institute (NCGI), so you can be sure your fluffy family member will be getting the best possible spa treatment.
Healthcare. Administering medication to a cat can be difficult, and any Belleville, IL cattery should have staff specifically trained on how to administer medication properly. Additionally, it’s important for a cattery to have vaccination and flea-free rules in order for your cat not to get sick. We immediately give a flea bath to any cat that gets fleas while staying at our cattery.
Cleanliness and Sanitation. Your cat will be uncomfortable and could get sick if his or her living space is filthy. Our Belleville, IL facility is flea-free, the rooms are clean, and the litter box is cleaned twice a day. Food is kept away from the litter box so there isn’t any cross-contamination.

Before you choose a cattery, it’s a good idea to visit it and see the facilities for yourself. Is it clean? Does it smell? Are there stress triggers such as distractions and noises? Is the staff committed and knowledgeable? Will your cat be forced to stay with cats from different homes that he or she doesn’t know and isn’t comfortable with? These are all important questions you should ask yourself before deciding whether your cat should stay at a specific cattery.

How You Can Help Your Cat’s Stay at a Cattery

We strive to make your cat’s stay with us as pleasant and fun as possible, but we know they are going to miss you. Still, there are a variety of things you can do to make your cat’s stay better and limit any stress-inducing changes while you’re gone:

Bring your cat’s preferred food and their favorite treats
Bring a favorite blanket or an article of your clothing so they have their favorite familiar smells to accompany them
Bring any of your cat’s favorite toys so they’ll be reminded of home and all the fun times you and your cat have together

Surrounding your cat with familiar objects and scents from you and your home will remind them you’re coming back and will help ease any anxiety they may feel.

Cats Only Cattery Is the Right Choice for Your Kitty

Our Belleville, IL cattery will make sure your cat's basic needs are met, they’re given sufficient space to be active, and have a comfortable environment so they can be anxiety-free. At Cats Only, each cat is given VIP treatment by our cat loving staff. Call us today at (618) 772-8315 or come visit us in person to see why Cats Only is the best cattery option for your feline furball.