Cattery Collinsville, IL

Cattery in Collinsville, IL. When you go on vacation you want to be sure that your cat is safe and happy. Cats Only’s Cattery offers a safe and fun home away from home for your cat 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 Collinsville, IL cattery will put your cat at ease and keep them stress free, while maintaining their cleanliness and happiness. If you’re nervous about finding a cattery that will offer your fluffball the care and attention he or she deserves, call us today at (618) 772-8315.

Unlike other Collinsville, IL catteries or pet hotels, Cats Only is exactly what our name suggests: a place exclusively for cats. We have no barking dogs, or any other animals that may stress out 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 lodge up to two cats, the Queen Suite three or four cats, and the King Suite five or six. No matter your cat’s age or personality, Cats Only will make sure they have a comfortable and delightful experience when they stay at our cattery.

Why to Board Your Cat in a Cattery

Many Collinsville, IL cat owners are anxious 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 wrongly view cats as being low maintenance. Cats are social creatures and can become 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 help them.

If you have several cats in your Collinsville, IL family, they’ll all be able to stay together in the same suite to comfort each other and keep each other company.

How to Choose the Right Cattery for Your Cat

There’s a lot that goes into choosing the best cattery for your cat. The Cat Fanciers Association (CFA) has recommended standard minimum requirements when choosing a cattery, and at Cats Only we exceed every one. Here are a few things to look for when choosing the best Collinsville, IL cattery for your cat:

Living Space and Primary Enclosure. When deciding on a cattery, your first thought might be about where they’ll be spending the majority of their time. Cats Only is a cage-free, no dogs allowed cattery with roomy and enjoyable suites for your cat. Each of our three suite sizes has a litter box with a privacy curtain, a window with a view of the outdoors, scratching posts, a bed, and shelves and counters they can play on, or hide under to feel safe. There’s also a lot 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 specialty and our Collinsville, IL staff is specifically trained with how to understand and handle cats. We love giving them affection and attention, and even have a designated playroom so more venturesome cats can receive one-on-one play time with a member of our staff. In addition to giving your cat attention throughout the day, we triple check on each cat when we arrive in the morning and when we leave at night. Our kind staff make sure your cat is fed twice a day and always has adequate 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 Collinsville, IL cattery provides professional grooming services so your cat can be bathed, trimmed, have their ears clean, and their nails trimmed. Our master feline groomer has been certified by the National Cat Groomers Institute (NCGI), so you can rest assured that your feline friend will be getting the best possible spa treatment.
Healthcare. Giving medication to a cat can be hard, and any Collinsville, 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 requirements in order for your cat not to get sick. Any cat that gets fleas while at our cattery will be given a flea bath immediately.
Cleanliness and Sanitation. A dirty and unclean living space can make your cat uncomfortable and, even worse, sick. Our Collinsville, IL pet hotel 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 commit to a cattery, it’s a good idea to visit it and see the facilities for yourself. Is it clean? Does it smell? Are there a lot of noise and distractions that could stress your kitty out? Is the staff committed and knowledgeable? Will your furry friend be forced to stay with other cats 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 know your cat will miss you, and that’s why we try to make their stay as comfortable and fun as possible. Still, there are a variety of things you can do to enhance your cat’s stay and curb any changes that could be stress triggers 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 Collinsville, IL cattery will make certain your cat's basic needs are met, they’re given adequate space to play, and have a comfortable setting 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.