Cattery Services, Geelong and district

The Cat Cave offers much more than a simple cat minding service. We pride ourselves with our attention to detail and ability to care for even the fussiest of guests. We like to think of ourselves as a cat hotel, going above and beyond to take the very best care of your precious pet. Our large range of feline cattery services include:

Day Stay & Short-term cat boarding

There are many reasons people need catteries. Maybe your cat has had surgery and you don’t want it left alone while you work, or perhaps you need to have your carpets steamed and would like your pet away from the noise. Maybe you just need them out of the house for the day due to house inspections or open houses. Our short-term cat boarding is flexible and able to cater for almost any situation.

Long-term cat boarding

Fifo, holidays, renovations and renting while you build are just a few of the reasons people need Geelong’s boarding cattery, The Cat Cave and its long-term cat boarding service. The ability to visit your pet during operating hours, as well as receive photo and email updates will provide you comfort and confidence in leaving your cat with us.

Vet Nurse Care

Having Vet Nurses on the team means your cats needs are taken care of, inside and out. Nurses will monitor your cats water intake, gastrointestinal health and stress levels, as well as identify potential health concerns that you may not notice when you see your cat every day.

We are also highly skilled in administering oral, transdermal and injectable medications, so you can be confident that your cat’s individual medical needs are met.

For cats staying longer than 7 days, we can offer comprehensive in-house blood screening and urinalysis to check your cat’s internal health. Please enquire on admission if you are interested in this option.

In house Veterinarian.

Nothing like having a team of vets on board for peace of mind while your cats are staying with us. We have an amazing cohort of vets able to perform medical examinations within the comfort of your cat’s own enclosure.
In the event your cat becomes ill during their stay, our team can respond quickly and ensure prompt treatment, supervision and care.

Boarding for shy or temperamental cats

Each cat is unique – it’s what we love about them. Some are social and cuddly; others are shy or spicy. At The Cat Cave, we have accommodation options to suit every kind of cat.

We do our best to make every cat comfortable during their stay – if that means having lots of hiding places, curtaining off views to neighbours, hand-feeding or reducing the number of entries into their enclosure, we will do it.

We also liberally make use of the cat-appeasing pheromone Feliway both in individual enclosures, and in diffusers around the cattery, to enhance feelings of safety and security, as well as reduce stress.

Indoor Playroom and Enclosed Outdoor Area

Unlike other boarding facilities, we do not charge extra for the use of the large indoor play area and outdoor enclosure. Our indoor playroom has several levels for climbing and exercise, a large collection of cat condos and scratching posts, tunnels, tents and toys. Our fully enclosed outdoor area has plenty of live feline-friendly plants to explore and play in, climbing platforms and a pond full of goldfish to stimulate and encourage playful behaviour from your cat. (Don’t worry, the fish are safe too!)

Some cats are not suited to spending time in the playroom or outside due to their temperament or health. These cats still receive a lot of personal interaction and play within their own enclosure.