CORNWALL

Mrs Andrea Foster

Lovaton Boarding Cattery

Lovaton

Daws House

LAUNCESTON

PL15 7JF

Tel:  01566 779181

e-mail:  andrea@lovatoncattery.co.uk

website:  www.lovatoncattery.co.uk

Proprietor FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"Cosy and spacious accommodation, well fed and looked after"

"The best care we have known in a cattery"

"Fantastic as always"

"My cat enjoyed his stay and was in excellent condition"
"My two kittens were beautifully shiny coated, well fed and very content. I cannot say anything derogatory about this cattery at all"

"Would recommend this cattery to anyone who need the best care for their cats"

"Beautiful pens, spotlessly clean. Our cat came home happy, healthy and on excellent form"

Mr B & Mrs M Lawrance

Oaktree Cattery

Oaktree House

Merrymeet

LISKEARD

PL14 3LS

Tel: 01579 340408

e-mail:  info@oaktree-cattery.co.uk

website: www.oaktree-cattery.co.uk

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Comments from cattery users

"The owners of this cattery really care about the cats - first class"

"An excellent 5 star cattery well run"

"Marie and Bernie not only care for the cats in a wonderful practical way but spend a great deal of

time getting to know their 'clients' really well"

"This cattery was outstanding under the previous management and continues to be so under the new management"

"Excellent - very very friendly"

"We would recommend this cattery to anyone.  Very pleasant couple who obviously love all the cats in their care"

"The people who own this cattery are caring lovely people and they love all the cats"

"Owners are friendly, charming and efficient"

"Very friendly team who treat the cats as if they are their own."

"A fantastic cattery run by true cat lovers - well worth the half an hour drive to get there as other catteries I've used are not a patch on Oaktree"

Mr & Mrs J C Bristow

Pawton Stream Boarding Cattery

St Breock

WADEBRIDGE

PL27 7LN

Tel: 01208 814845

e-mail: sharon.bristow@btopenworld.com

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Comments from cattery users

"This is without doubt the finest cattery in the world!"

"I never feel any remorse leaving my 'Sweetheart' in such good hands when going on holiday.  It's a second home to her!"

"This a 4 star or 6 star cat's hotel!!!  They love it!  Beautiful set up, lovely people."

"Superb facilities and Sharon and John are very caring towards the pets in their care.

"I wouldn't take them anywhere else, they are lovely people and I have trouble getting the cats to come home after their stay!"

"Very friendly, very good care given to our cat, beautiful setting."

"Cares enough to ensure each cat eats sufficiently.  Really cares for the cats, takes time to talk to each one and knows them individually."

Miss A Couzens & Mrs P Scofield

The Ridings Cattery

The Ridings

Trewint

LAUNCESTON

PL15 7TG

Tel:  01566 880241

e-mail:  ridingstrewint@tiscali.co.uk

website:  www.theridingscattery.co.uk

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Comments from cattery users

"Pat and her sister were very kind and caring, and the facilities were excellent. I

felt confident that my cat was in good hands"

"Very friendly and professional.  Excellent facilities"

COUNTY DURHAM

Mrs A Parry

Howlish Boarding Cattery

North Lodge, Howlish Hall

Coundon

BISHOP AUCKLAND

DL14 8ED

Tel: 01388 604031

e-mail: howlishcats@aol.com

website: www.howlishcattery.com

Comments from cattery users

"This place is fabulous"

"We have tried others but this is our first choice and will remain so"

"I always take my cat here, even though it is further from home than other

catteries.  George and Ann treat all the cats like their own"

"Home from home - the owners just love cats and really love having them there -

wouldn't take them anywhere else"

"An excellent cattery run to be a very high standard with friendly efficient staff"

"This is the best cattery that I have found in many years of owning cats"

"George and Anne take very good care of my car, they treat him like their own.  This is a lovely cattery, spotlessly clean and inviting"

"All round excellent care.  Very friendly, flexible and professional"

"Howlish Cattery is friendly, flexible and always helpful.  I would rate the cattery Five Star quality

and would never think of using another one"

"We feel Howlish Cattery is a 5 star hotel and we are safe in the knowledge

that our cats are returned to us as happy as they that we left them"

"The owners are offering a five star service and really care about your cats"

"This is the best cattery in the north of England, nothing at all is a trouble to George & Ann."

"This is the first time I have used this cattery and it must rate as the best in the area if not the whole of the North East."

Ms L Hardy & Ms A Dart

Parkwood Cat Hotel

Horse Close Lane

Trimdon Colliery

TRIMDON STATION

County Durham

TS29 6LS

Tel: 01429 882180

e-mail: info@parkwoodcathotel.co.uk

website: www.parkwoodcathotel.co.uk

Proprietor FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"Very friendly couple who run the cattery, my cat was happy when I picked him up. 

Would definitely use them again"

"My cat was very happy here and in no hurry to leave!"

"This is the first time I have ever left my cat in a cattery and the people at Parkwood are superb!

They have gone out of their way to make my cat feel welcome - would definitely go back."

"We use Parkwood because of their excellent care - and there are no dogs!"

"Cats appeared very content & had lovely glossy coats."

Mrs B Roberts

Rainton Gate Luxury Cat's Hotel

Fourstones

Pittington Lane

Rainton Gate

DURHAM

DH5 9RG

Tel: 01915 841845

e-mail: enquiries@rainton-gate.co.uk

website: www.rainton-gate.co.uk

Proprietor FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"A lovely peaceful and tranquil setting with owners who are the cat people!"

"I've visited the cattery before booking, I've now been 3 times.  It's clean and the cattery and cats are well looked after"

"Very caring owners"

"Looked after my three cats very well particularly as two had not previously been away from home since their adoption from the RSPCA.  Happy to use and recommend cattery again"

"First class service, I would take my cat again"

"An excellent place - would recommend to anyone"

"Simply the best cattery I have used!"

"Couldn't fault this - excellent!"

"Have collected our cats Millie and Maggie today after their 17 day stay, everything has lived up to expectations.  We even got a brief writen summary of their stay!"

"This was the first time we have left Blackie and were obviously anxious.  There was no need as she was looked after really well well and we will board her there again"

"I have had not worries about leaving my cats in Beverley's care.  The care and attention to detail is second to none"

"Timmy was happy and in excellent condition when we picked her up"

CUMBRIA

Mrs R Ricketts

Just For Cats Cattery

Coombs View

Nunclose

Armathwaite

CARLISLE 

CA4 9TJ

Tel: 01697 472272

website:  www.justforcats.co.uk

Comments from cattery users

"Never felt that it was less than excellent"

"Cats are always looked after well.  I've never had problems"

"Would definitely recommend to other people"

"An outstanding cattery in every respect"

"If it wasn't excellent we wouldn't have been using it for 17 years! They are

just lovely."

Mr F and Mrs C Saunders

Maidenlands Cattery

Maidenlands Tarn

Tarn Flatt

Marton

Nr Ulverston

Cumbria 

LA12 0NL

Tel:  01229 465918

website:  www.maidenlandscattery.co.uk

Proprietors FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"Warm and friendly with a genuine love for cats and very caring"

"An excellent cattery.  Everything was pristine, the level of cleanliness exceptional. More

importantly our cats were happy and contented.  Best cattery we have used in 25 years"

"Wonderful care and attention.  Beautiful surroundings. 5* all inclusive.  A very happy cat that will have many more holidays there."

"Wonderful cattery - cats treated like they are at home (spoilt)"

"The cat returned home very relaxed - I can't speak too highly of the care and consideration shown - very highly recommended"

"Fantastic.  Put us at ease at all times. Have recommended to many"

"The standard of care was excellent!  One of our cats is deaf and has other problems, which means that he needs a lot of human company.  Carol was happy to give him the extra attention he needed and we wouldn't want to leave them with anyone else!"

"I was very impressed with the entire set up - very light and airy with plenty for them to see and room to play... Mrs Saunders took time each day to give each cat there individual time and attention -grooming/stroking/talking to them"

"Trigger has a new holiday home!!  Fab place, Triggs came back very

unstressed and very chilled out"

Mr N and Mrs S Handley

Paddling Paws Cattery

Wren Croft

Studholme

Kirkbride

WIGTON 

CA7 5ER

Tel:   01697 352920

email:      susan@paddlingpawscattery.co.uk

website:   www.paddlingpawscattery.co.uk

Proprietors FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"This cattery is a credit to it's owners, Sue & Neil.  A lot of hard work and dedication has

gone into it.  1st Class Cattery."

"This was my cats 1st time in a cattery so I was a bit nervous - I needn't

have worried - I couldn't wish for better love and care"

"Highest standards evident in all areas inspiring confidence and reassurance

in the care of your pets"

"A very welcoming place.  Owners brilliant.  No qualms about leaving my cat there"

"Cannot praise this cattery highly enough.  Superb accommodation with outstanding hygiene.  A 'home from home' with loving thoughtful and meticulous care given to my elderly cat."

"Definitely fab! Fab owners, fab care and fab cattery!

"We have always had cats and have always used a cattery but without doubt

this one surpasses them all"

"Cannot praise Paddling Paws enough and will use again and recommend to everyone"

"Fabulous cattery, better than our home!  Neil and Sue are such lovely and caring people"

"Sue and Neil run a wonderful cattery - The RITZ!!"

"Paddling Paws is not just a cattery, it is a home from home, which is very reassuring"

"This is the best cattery I have come across in 30 years of cat keeping"

"This cattery is more than excellent"

"Owners were very welcoming and showed and a real interest"

DERBYSHIRE

Julie & Janet Stow

Amber Ley Cattery

45 Marlborough Road

BREASTON

DE72 3DD

Tel:  01332 873405

e-mail:  cats@amberleycattery.co.uk

website:  www.amberleycattery.co.uk

Proprietor FAB Trained

(close to Nottinghamshire)

Comments from cattery users

"We would not take our cat anywhere else.  Julie and Janet are devoted to

looking after your pet.  We feel that it is not just a business for them and genuinely love cats"

"Julie and Janet, the owners, are excellent, my cat settles with them and is loved and

cuddled as if she were their own.  On collection it is a struggle to get my cat into

her travel basket she always refuses and jumps back into her bed by the radiator!"

"What a professional service and the care bestowed on Toby, my special little cat, was as always superb.

Can't fault Janet and Julie at all, thank you"

"Exceptional service for both my cat and ourselves"

"Janet and Julie are two special people and I have to book my cats into Amber Ley a

year in advance so as to avoid disappointment of availibility"

"Exceptional care provided on all occasions used.  Have already booked for next year!

"My cats starts purring as soon as he arrives and is still purring when I collect him, very happy

and contented, 5 star plus boarding"

"We are regulars to the cattery and feel totally safe in leaving our cats with Janet and Julie,

they are totally professional and have a great love of cats"

"Totally wonderful, our cat is so well cared for and relaxed and not all clingy

when we get him home!"

Mrs E Buckley

Brookdale Cattery & Animal Hotel

Rosemere Farm

Dolly Lane

BUXWORTH

High Peak

SK23 7QL

Tel: 01663 747220

e-mail:  info@brookdalecattery.net

website:  www.brookdalecattery.net

Comments from cattery users

"The attention to detail in looking after Shandi is special.  It is such a relief to know

that she is well looked after whilst we are away!"

"Great 'can-do' attitude."

"We were really impressed and our cat loved the experience - an excellent cattery - we will be back!"

Ms J Hopkin

Catsworth House Cattery

Combs

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH

High Peak

SK23 9UW

Tel & Fax: 01298 815655

e-mail: holiday@catsworth.co.uk

website: www.catsworthhouse.co.uk

Proprietor FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"10 star service"

"Ellie was there for a week... she settled in right away and within minutes was nudging Janet to stroke her, which she has NEVER done for anyone else buyt me... I will definitely take her there again with

complete peace of mind"

"We have used this cattery on a number of occasions and would highly recommend to anyone and would not consider anywhere else"

"Catsworth House provides the most superior and caring conditions for my very precious cats"

"5* accommodation - if they did B&B we would stay there and send our cat on holiday!"

"Attention to detail in the care for our cats is excellent.  Of the several catteries we have used

this is by far the best.   Excellent value for money."

"This is the best cattery I have used for my cats over a period of 50 years."

"I had to leave my 16yr old recently ill cat in their care, requiring hand syringe feeding & a lot of care & attention.  I was delighted to pick her up better than she went in - wonderful!"

"A 'first class' cattery in every way.  By far the best cattery we have ever dealt with."

"We think Catsworth is the best cattery we have ever used."

"One of the cats did not want to leave!!"

"The cats came back very relaxed and happy - in fact they were

reluctant to leave their beds and come home!"

Mrs J Middleton

Kool for Cats

Ash Tree Cottage

WARDLOW

SK17 8RP  

Tel: 01298 872444

e-mail: holidays@kool4cats.co.uk

website: www.kool4cats.co.uk

Proprietor FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"My cat really relaxes and returns home happy and contented after enjoying his holiday at Kool for Kats."

"We were very impressed with the professional running and organisation at Kool for Cats.  Our kitten was obviously well looked after, with plenty of TLC."

DEVON

Mr & Mrs T Bawn

Cats in Clover Boarding Cattery

Thornmoor

Broadwoodwidger

LIFTON

PL16 0JS

Tel: 01566 784665

e-mail: t.bawn@virgin.net

Website: www.catsinclover.co.uk

Proprietor FAB Trained

Comments from cattery users

"Worth the extra miles to get her there, knowing she's in such lovely and caring hands"

"Very friendly.  First time our cats have been in a cattery -

we have no qualms and the cats seemed happy with the experience"

"I was most impressed by the cleanliness of this establishment and the

friendliness of the owners"

"Every care and attention was given to my three cats on their stay.  I have already booked them for further visits and am happy that they will be in good hands."

"If our cat could talk she would book herself in."

"This is the best cattery I have ever used - brilliant."

"This is a lovely cattery - our cat didn't want to come home again!"

"I felt that they had a deep love for cats and I have already book again for my next trip away"

Mrs Lesley Blosse

The Cottage Cattery

Catsborough Cross

MONKLEIGH

NR BIDEFORD

EX39 5LE

Tel:  01805 624832

e-mail:  lesley@thecottagecattery.co.uk

website:  www.thecottagecattery.co.uk

Comments from cattery users

"My cat needs two tablets a day and lots of water to stay well.  She looked great when I picked her up"

"An excellent cattery - would thoroughly recommend"

"We couldn't have found a better cattery to look after our cat.  She was there for

11 months and looked fabulous on each of our monthly visits"

"My cat is always looked after superbly and I know that he gets

lots of cuddles.  I would not hesitate in recommending this cattery"

"This was our first stay and will definitely be back.  No complaints at all. First class."

"This is the best cattery we have ever used and needless to say we will be using it again"

"Lovely welcome, cats are obviously well cared for.  The owner is clearly a cat lover - which is comforting."

"A caring efficient owner and a very well run cattery"

"A well run cattery arranged around a pretty garden from which my cat returns calm and

healthy from his stay there"

"The best cattery we have ever used - First Class!"

"A very friendly, professional service set in a lovely cottage style garden, so that the cats have always got something to look at - birds!"

"My two cats enjoy their holiday as much as I do!"

Mrs M Brooks

Dorwell Cattery

Primrose Lane

Wrangaton

SOUTH BRENT

Devon

TQ10 9HF

Tel: 01364 73127

e-mail: margaret@dorwellcattery.co.uk

website:  www.dorwellcattery.co.uk

Comments from cattery users

"Baileys is a very elderly cat and his care at Dorwell Cattery is second to none"

"First Class establishment"

"Very impressed"

"The 'Ritz' for pussycats.  They come back in better condition than they go in.  We love Dorwell."

"It was obvious from the first visit how lovely & clean the cattery is.  My cat loves going there!"

"Superb, we wouldn't use anywhere else for our cat."

"Friendly folk and very caring with the cats.  Our cats love it!"

"The best cattery to date and we have had cats for 15 years"

"Wouldn't use anywhere else - cat happy and contented, staff friendly, facilities first class"

"Personal attention makes all the difference.  My cat is genuinely loved!"

"Impressed, he was the same weight as when he went in - great credit to the owners"

"Staff always very caring and friendly - fantastic service and cats always happy when dropped off"

"Lovely staff with a caring and flexible attitude"

"Very pleasant staff - our cat never wants to come home!"

Mrs J Smith

Milestone Cattery

Milestone Lane

CHUDLEIGH

Tel:  01626 859377

Fax: 01626 854443

e-mail: milestonecattery@tiscali.co.uk

website: www.milestonecattery.co.uk

Comments from cattery users

"Absolutely splendid.  The service was excellent"

"I wouldn't think twice about leaving my cat at Milestone"

"First class care and daily grooming given"

"First Class Accommodation for a cat"

"This was the first time we put our kittens into a cattery and we were very impressed

with the conditions and care."

"Lovely surrounds for the cats to look out on"

"First time we have used this cattery as our normal one was fully booked -

will go back to Milestone in future (1st class)"

"Both cats reluctantly returned home - we now have to book our holdiay when space

at the cattery is available"

"I feel like I've finally found a cattery where my cats come first.  Joan couldn't do enough

for them to make them feel at home"

"Very high standard compared to other catteries we looked at"

"Pleased to find this cattery where individual care matters"

"The best cattery I have seen, so much stimulation for them and an owner

that is devoted to every cat that stays"

"The best in the South West. Beautiful"

"Boarders receive lots of attention and grooming and every effort is made to become friends

with pets staying"

Mrs Hazel Matthews

Bournemouth Boarding Cattery

74 Green Lane

Bournemouth

BH10 5LF

Tel:  01202 772 683

www.bournemouthboardingcattery.com

Comments from cattery users

"One of our cats is a rescue cat and he was given extra care and

attention, excellent cattery"

Mr C & Mrs T Carter

Ferncot Cattery

Brackenside

KITTWHISTLE

Beaminster

DT8 3LG

Tel:  01460 30423

e-mail:  bb@ferncot.fslife.co.uk

website:  www.ferncotcattery.co.uk

(Also close to Devon & Somerset)

Comments from cattery users

"Fabulous personal attention, highly recommended, very happy cats = very happy me!"

"3 cats were loved and cherished and showed no signs of stress or wanting to come home!"

"A really warm friendly proprietor for whom nothing was too much trouble.  Both my long haired cats - very well groomed and appeared to have transferred their affections to Teresa!"

"Every whim catered for"

"Very good care all around and it's nice that the cat is very happy"

"Teresa always gives that extra 'TLC' to her 'customers'.  A very friendly cattery in

delightful surroundings"

"The very best boarding cattery we have used - complete dedication to the care of our cats"

"Nice peaceful location, well presented, excellent rate for good service provided"

"Teresa and Colin were very welcoming and pleasant to me and very caring towards my cat...she had taken time to get know him"

"An excellent facility - very clean and very well maintained...I will be using this cattery again

without any hesitation"

"Lovely cattery, highly recommend - will definitely use again"

Mr A & Mrs J Lewis

Ferndown Boarding Cattery

474 Ringwood Road

Ferndown

BOURNEMOUTH

BH22 9AY

Tel:  01202 874418

e-mail:  aubreylewis@btinternet.com

website:  www.ferndowncattery.com

Comments from cattery users

"Always feel confident that my cat will be well looked after in comfortable surroundings"

"Excellent service provided by wonderful cat lovers.  I have no hesitation in recommending them to all of my cat loving friends"

"The best cattery we have ever used"

"Mr and Mrs Lewis were wonderful, they looked after my pregnant cat really well - she gave

birth whilst staying!"

"Whilst off travelling with my husband, I am very happy knowing Oscar and Daisy are

being well cared for in every way"

"Delighted to send my furbabes 'CoCo and Mia' here, the cattery is well run

and I recommend to all.  The layout and colourful attractions keep the cats amused and happy.  Superb"

"Excellent, Henry returned in very good condition"

"Really friendly and helpful, cats come home happy and settled"

"The owners have looked after our cat for 15 years and we've always been happy with them"

"Very friendly and every attention was given to the care of the cats will definitely use again"

"This is the best cattery I have ever used and the care is first-class!"

Jane and Aubrey provide a safe, clean and quiet environment for the cats which is excellent"

Clive & Kim Guest

Purrfect Guests Boarding Cattery

Ridge Farm

Chedington Lane

MOSTERTON

DT8 3HL

Tel: 01308 868066

email: info@purrfectguests.com

website: www.purrfectguests.com

(Also close to Devon & Somerset)

Proprietor FAB Trained