Cattery O'Fallon, IL

Cattery in O'Fallon, IL. When you leave town for a few days you want to know that your cat is taken care of. Cats Only’s Cattery provides a safe and fun home away from home for your cat with staff that love cats as much as you do. Your cat will miss your scent and the special bond you have, but a caring O'Fallon, IL cattery will put your cat at ease and keep them stress free, while keeping them clean and happy. If you’re worried about finding a cattery that will offer your fluffball the affection and attention he or she deserves, call us today at (618) 772-8315.

Unlike other O'Fallon, IL catteries or pet hotels, Cats Only is exactly what our name suggests: a place just for cats. There won’t be any dogs barking, or any other animals that might stress out your cat. Cats Only ‘s cattery does not use cages, and our suites are designed for the comfort and security 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. Whatever 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

Many O'Fallon, IL cat owners are anxious that boarding their cat at a cattery will be stressful for their feline, and think the best option might be to leave them at home and have someone check up on them. Many people mistakenly view cats as being low maintenance. Cats are social animals and can become lonely and worried if left home 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 O'Fallon, IL family, they’ll all be able to stay together in the same suite to support one another 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 all of them. Here are a few things to look for when choosing the best O'Fallon, IL cattery for your cat:

Living Space and Primary Enclosure. When picking a cattery, your first thought might be about where they’ll be spending a good portion 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 with a view of 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 cattery taking care of them cares as much about cats as you do. At Cats Only, cats are our expertise and our O'Fallon, IL staff is specifically certified in how to understand and handle cats. We love giving them snuggles and attention, and even have a dedicated playroom so more playful cats can have one-on-one play time with one of our associates. In addition to giving your cat attention all day long, we triple check on each cat when we get in in the morning and when we leave at night. Our kind staff ensure your cat is fed twice daily and always has adequate water.
Amenities. Your cat only being fed and safe isn’t enough, you want them to be somewhere they’ll be pampered. In addition to our playroom and roomy suites, the Cats Only O'Fallon, IL cattery provides 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 furry family member will be getting the best possible spa treatment.
Healthcare. Administering medication to a cat can be complicated, and any O'Fallon, 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. Your cat will be uncomfortable and could get sick if his or her living space is filthy. Our O'Fallon, IL facility is flea-free, the rooms are clean, and the litter box is cleaned twice daily. 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 go to the place in person 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 caring and knowledgeable? Will your feline 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 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 many things you can do to make your cat’s stay better 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 with 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 O'Fallon, IL cattery will make certain your cat's basic needs are met, they’re given adequate space to run around, and have a comfortable environment so they can be stress-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.