A reliable, friendly boarding cattery in Hilgay
Hello everyone. We’ve been saying for a while now that we’re getting busy. We’re now extremely busy through to the end of October; August and September are almost completely full, with only a few short time slots of a few days available.
If your holiday plans can be flexible, do give us a call or an email before you book anything and we can let you know exactly what space we have as we really hate to disappoint you.
Thank you for your continued support and hope to see you soon.
Cheryl & Pete xxx
Here at The Cat's Whiskers, Hilgay we offer safe and secure accommodation for your cat while you are away.
“What greater gift than the love of a cat.” Charles Dickens
"Cheryl and her team do a fantastic job. The purpose built cattery is well-maintained, and kept clean and tidy. I was invited to visit prior to our cat's first stay, and I was impressed from the outset. Service is professional, efficient, and above all, about the cats. They went above and beyond for us when our elderly tabby became unwell, and we look forward to using the Cat's Whiskers again in the future. 😻😻" K.A.
About The Cat's Whiskers hosts
Cheryl and Peter Kent
Hello and welcome to The Cat’s Whiskers.
It’s almost 18 months since we took over the running of The Cat’s Whiskers and what a busy time it’s been. We didn’t quite appreciate what we were letting ourselves in for, both in terms of the work involved to complete refurbishments, and in how busy it keeps us on a day-to-day basis. We’ve both lost lots of weight and are almost certainly fitter and healthier than 18 months ago! And we’re enjoying our new work and lifestyle, especially meeting you and your feline companions.
Planned refurbishments are now complete. Many of the pens have been extended and most can comfortably accommodate 2 cats, with more inside and outside space. All the woodwork has been painted and refreshed. We have a super new roof, which lets in so much more light. And all the pens have new cat trees, scratching posts and toys to provide enrichment for the cats. Those of you who follow our Facebook page will have been on this journey with us and we hope that you like what you see, and that your furry friends appreciate the enhancements during their stays with us.
Speaking of the Facebook page, this has been a real success and we now have well over 200 followers and rising every day. We know how much you appreciate seeing photos of your cats when they’re on their holidays with us, and this is a real fun element to the job.
We’ve picked up a lot of new customers on the way, many of them coming to us based on personal recommendation. We now have customers from as far away as Hunstanton, Cambridge, Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds – good news travels far and fast!
The extension to the bungalow is now complete and we’re turning our attention to the garden, having fun visiting the many local garden centres to choose a lovely selection of plants.
And resident cats Sonny and Sindy are loving their new accommodation and relishing the peaceful outdoor space. Sonny can often be found on the cattery roof or terrorising the cat from next door! And Sindy loves nothing more than to bask in the sunshine on the patio or path. Sindy still struggles with IBD but we manage that as best we can. They are both very happy cats who have settled so well into their new surroundings.
We’d like to assure you that we remain completely committed to providing the best possible experience for your cat when they’re staying with us. We’d like to think it’s home from home for them and we promise to look after them with all the love, care and attention that you give them at home.
The Cat's Whiskers Prices
1 Cat – £14 per day
2 Cats – £20 per day
3 Cats – £25 per day
Each Additional Cat (sharing a pen) above 3 – £5 per day
Minimum price per stay – £50
An additional daily charge may be incurred if your cat requires complex medical treatment (price dependent on discussion with owner).
The Cat's Whiskers Hours of Business
WEEKDAYS: (except Wednesdays)
MORNING: 09:00am til 11:00am AFTERNOON: 16:30pm til 18:00pm
WEDNESDAY CLOSED ALL DAY
SATURDAYS:
MORNING: 09:00am til 11:00am AFTERNOON: 16:30pm til 18:00pm
SUNDAYS:
MORNING: 09:00am til 11:00am AFTERNOON: CLOSED
“There are two means of refuge from the misery of life — music and cats.” Albert Schweitzer
THE CAT'S WHISKERS GALLERIES
THE CAT'S WHISKERS CUSTOMERS
Cannot praise The Cat’s Whiskers highly enough! Love seeing pics of him so happy and relaxed on their facebook page during his stay!"
I recommend them 100% and please go and see them with your cat and you will see what I mean. Amazing people and their devotion to every cat is so special. Xxx"