Start A Cattery: How to Start Up and Run a Cattery

Thinking of turning your love for cats into a thriving business? You'll find everything you need right here, from expert guidance on finances and regulations to practical tips on staff, supplies, and promotion that help you create the perfect haven for feline friends. Start A Cattery is here to help.

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Obtaining a Cattery Licence

Running a cattery means getting a licence from your local council, meeting strict housing standards, and proving you'll care properly for the cats.

Choosing a Layout For Your Cattery

Plan your cattery layout around basic business needs, legal requirements, and what works best for the cats in your care.

Keeping Accurate Business Records

Set up a simple record-keeping system for your cat boarding business to track animals, costs, and payments without falling behind.

Business Rates For Your Cattery

Find out what business rates you'll pay for a cattery and whether you can appeal or claim small business relief.

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Customer's Cat Had a Previous Bad Experience: A Case Study

A cat owner's trust in a cattery is shattered after her pet returns matted, underweight, and neglected during boarding.

Customer's Cat Has Special Needs: A Case Study

A cat with three legs and arthritis needs specialised care while his owners travel for a family wedding.

Customer's Cat Prone to Fits: A Case Study

How a cat owner managed her pet's mystery seizures while planning time away from home.

How to Cope With the Rising Costs of a Cattery

Cut cattery costs without sacrificing quality by buying supplies strategically and staying competitive with local pricing.

What If a Cat Dies While Boarding at Your Cattery?

Here's what to do if a cat dies while boarding at your cattery, including how to handle the owner and what you should have documented beforehand.

Maintaining a High Profile for Your Cattery

Keep your cattery competitive by tracking past customers and reaching out to those who've stopped coming to win their business back.

What to Do When Cats Are Not Collected on Time

Help your cattery handle situations when cat owners don't pick up their pets on schedule.

How to Manage Waste From Litter Tray in Rural Area?

Cat litter waste in rural areas calls for eco-friendly alternatives like wood pellets, corn, or household items instead of harmful clay-based options.

Should we Separate the Cattery From the Mortgage?

Splitting a cattery business value from property cost at purchase affects your tax relief, interest rates and capital gains liability.

Does Someone Have to Be on the Premises at All Times?

You need responsible supervision at your cattery at all times, though the owner doesn't have to be there every day.

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