Choosing a Cattery

Reproduced by kind permission of the Feline Advisory Bureau.
Further information can be found on their website www.fabcats.org

 

If also a kennels, do the dogs disturb the cats?

Are the surroundings neat and tidy?

Is there a separate kitchen for food preparation for cats?

Were you made welcome?

Have you seen the cattery’s licence?

Do the cats have individual sleeping accommodation?

Do the cats have individual runs?

Is there a shelf for the cats to sit/lie on?

Is there a scratch post in the run?

Is there a gap or full height solid barrier between cat units?

Is there an interesting view for the cats?

Is there a safety passage?

Do the cat units have the cat’s name on?

Are the units clean?

Is there any smell?

Do the litter trays and bowls look clean?

Is there a form of heating for each cat?

Do the cats in residence look contented?

Have you been asked about vaccination?

Have you been asked about your cat’s health?

Does the proprietor seem well informed and caring?