Cat Boarding is a fun way for your cat (or multiple cats) to get quality playtime together. However, it is still more costly at the end of the day than leaving your cat alone at home. Times have changed and went from days of only placing a wet towel on your cat and a bowl of water on the table to putting a cat tree in your home (with food and water each night) and then later to put a cat tree next to your bed and blankets. These changes were indeed beneficial to my cats when they were young, but now that they are older, things are different.
When we first started our pet boarding service, I was ultimately against it. The thought of having a stranger come into my house (and who might not even have a living pet) and stay overnight was quite scary for me. Plus, standard nightly fees charged by pet boarding facilities can start to add up, especially if you are paying for more than one cat at a time. My first suggestion to anyone who might consider this is to explain to them exactly how you feel about a stranger being in your home and explaining why you think it is essential to board your cat at night. Usually, this is enough to sway them in a positive direction.
If you do not have an understanding owner, an excellent reason to consider a kennel or facility for your cats may be to provide for the cats' health benefits. There are many things to consider when it comes to boarding a cat, health-wise. Cats who are boarded at night tend to sleep much more soundly than cats who are not being boarded. Boarding cats has been shown to reduce the risk of asthma and nasal congestion. Also, there is research out there indicating that cats who have access to a clean litter box even sleep better throughout the night.
For the health of your pet's overall, I think the obvious answer would be cat boarding. However, before you decide on this solution, you should educate yourself as much as possible on the pros and cons. You must make sure that the facility you choose is clean and reasonably priced, and a good fit for your cats' personality and needs. Here are some of the pros and cons you will want to keep in mind:
When deciding whether or not to board your feline, one of the significant decisions you will have to make is whether or not you will allow multiple cats. Many cat owners believe that it is cruel to board two cats at one time. The truth is, there are plenty of boarding facilities where you can leave your feline(s). The best thing you can do is call the facility and ask them point-blank how many cats they accept. This information can help you better evaluate how many cats will fit into the area.
As you can see, there are several benefits to both pet boarding and kitty boarding. One of the biggest complaints about these facilities is that the staff is not attentive enough to the cats. There are plenty of wonderful pet boarding places where the staff are friendly and take the time to get to know the animals. I think most cat owners would agree that outstanding service is worth the little bit extra that may have to be paid. Keep in mind that there are several things to look for when making your choice.
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