Cat Boarding During the Holidays

Winter is a great time to escape Melbourne’s cold weather and pack up the family to head to warmer climates. The problem for cat lovers however, is what do you do with your feline friend when you go away on holiday?

You can of course, ask your neighbour to feed your cat and make sure they are OK. This might be fine for a few days, but what happens if your cat becomes sick? Will your neighbour take them to the vet for you?

5 benefits of a booking into a cat resort

Leaving your cat at home might be acceptable for a short trip, but for anything more than a day or two, it is best to consider a cat boarding facility. This will ensure that your cat is safe and has the very best care until you return home.

1.      Socialisation: Cats spend a substantial part of their day communicating and interacting with their owners, and they do this by meowing, purring, rubbing their head on your legs, and curling up on your lap and snuggling. Staying at a cat resort gives them the opportunity to interact with the friendly staff who lavish them with love and cuddles.

2.      Fresh food: Your cat will most probably have their own likes and dislikes with their food, which might be a problem for your neighbour to deal with for more than a day or too. When you book your cat into a cat motel however, your cat’s diet will be first class and any food idiosyncrasies won’t be a problem.

3.      Private suites: Cats love to be pampered and spoiled, and at Bayside Cat Resort all of their cat guests have their very own private suite. They have a toilet area and a food area with furniture and a scratching pole, so they can lounge, sleep or play without being interrupted by other cats. We suggest that you bring something from home, such as your cat’s favourite toy or blanket, to help your cat settle in quickly for his or her stay.

4.      Safe at night: Since Australian Law now states that all cats need to be safe indoors at night, you need a reliable and cat friendly neighbour who will track down your cat and bring them inside at night, but what if your neighbour can’t find your cat? One solution is to leave your cat inside while you are away, but depriving your cat of fresh air and exercise is not recommended. At a quality cat resort however, your cat will be happy and snug in their private suite every night.

5.      Health safe: At Bayside Cat Resort, all the staff are huge cat lovers and will immediately notice if anything is wrong with your cat. If they do notice anything amiss, they can contact your vet directly, so that your cat receives the best care, as soon as it is needed. Neighbours might not realise that anything is wrong with your cat, and if they do, they might be hesitant to contact you when you are away.

"I've boarded my cats before, they were unsettled for the first two days then all was well, second time only took them a day to settle", Lillian from Cheltenham said. "I always send them with my dressing gown that I've made sure to wear/sleep with for a week so it smells like me, their beds and crates, lots of toys and my younger cat's food toys to keep her busy."

"I took my dear old cat to a cattery a couple of times when I had to go away and couldn't take him with me. Apparently he got all grumpy for a few days but then settled in and actually played with some of the other cats and seemed to like it", Natalie from Melbourne said, talking about her experiences. "I agree with taking one of his toys or a blanket so that it smells like home."

Finding a cat boarding facility that ticks all the boxes will ensure you are giving your pet a loving and enjoyable stay. This is crucial, so you can rest easy and focus on enjoying your holiday.