Cat Boarding in Adelaide

Cats in the City is a comfortable and caring home away from home for your cat. Our cattery facilities are located at selected AdelaideVet practices and are designed for cats to have a relaxing, enjoyable and safe experience while you’re away, all while in the complete care of our AdelaideVet healthcare professionals.

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Have peace of mind knowing your cat is safe

  • In the care of our veterinary healthcare team
  • Comfortable individual suites
  • Complimentary health examination

  • Suites to board cats from the same household*

  • Cat adventure and enrichment area*
  • Located conveniently across Adelaide

*check your local practice for availability

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Peace of mind with a high quality cattery experience

Have complete peace of mind that your cat will receive first class care throughout their stay in our local cat boarding facilities. Our healthcare team, including qualified veterinary nurses and veterinarians are always nearby and on hand to help.

Comfortable individual suites

Different room options are available across our range of facilities to suit your cat’s personal requirements. Suites have areas for sleeping, scratching and toileting with room to move around, stretch and play.

We also have dedicated play areas for our guests to jump, climb, scratch and play!

Choose from our standard, premium or deluxe suites with options for multiple pets to board together (check with your local clinic for availability).

Room types

  • Standard – Our standard suites are cosy and comfortable and offer all the essentials to ensure your cat has a relaxing stay with us. Suitable for single cats only.
  • Premium – Our premium suites offer an executive size for cats who demand more room than the standard suite or will be staying a bit longer with us. Our premium suites offer a private litter tray area, a separate larger sleeping area and can house 2 cats from the same household. (Not available at AdelaideVet Stirling)
  • Deluxe – The deluxe suite is the 5-star experience for your cat. Suitable for short, medium and long-term stays, this is our fanciest condo available. It has a private litter tray room, separate sleeping area and an upstairs playroom. Suitable for up to 2 cats to enjoy the finer things life has to offer. (Only available at AdelaideVet Goodwood)

Taking Care Of Your Cat

TLC – Your pets, our family

The team at Cats in the City are passionate about felines. You can be assured your friend will receive plenty of attention and cuddles during their stay with us.

Premium cat food

We will feed your cat premium cat food morning and night or as per your instructions. If your cat is on a prescription diet or has special dietary needs, you can bring their food with you on admission.

Play and exercise

Don’t worry about your cat being in their room all day long, they will have access to our adventure areas for enrichment and exercise during their stay (check your local clinic for availability).

Total Wellness Plan Boarding Discount

If you are a Total Wellness Plan member, great news! Your cat will receive a 20% discount on boarding fees.

Complimentary Health Examination

We are passionate about feline healthcare and helping our friends live long and healthy lives (all nine of them!). All cats who board with us receive a complimentary nurse health examination upon admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which clinics provide cat boarding?

    We offer cat boarding at the following locations:

    • Goodwood Road Clinic: Year-round boarding in our purpose-built facility.

    • Stirling Clinic: Boarding available year-round, featuring outdoor enrichment areas.

    • Prospect Road Clinic: Boarding available during school holidays and public holidays. Our 2025 boarding dates are:

      • April 7 – May 2
      • June 6 – 11
      • July 1 – 25
      • September 22 – October 17
      • December 8 – January 9, 2026

    If you’re unsure about availability, feel free to contact us to confirm dates.

  • Can I tour your facilities?
    We welcome you to tour our facilities during our open hours. Just contact us to arrange a suitable time.

  • Are the suites air-conditioned?
    For the complete comfort of our guests all of our facilities are temperature controlled.
  • Do dogs have access to the area?
    Our facilities are completely canine free and fully secured.
  • Is there anything I need to do before my cat comes to visit?

    Cats over 6 months of age must be desexed. If your cat needs to be desexed please contact us for more information on this procedure.

    To ensure the well-being of all cats, vaccinations must be current. If your cat has not been vaccinated by one of our practices, we must sight proof of vaccination before boarding your feline companion. As a general rule, cats should be fully vaccinated at least 10-14 days prior to their stay with us. If your cat needs to be vaccinated we can assist at any of our 4 AdelaideVet Practices across Adelaide.

    For the comfort and protection of others, we also request that your cat is up to date with flea and worm prevention.

  • What are your boarding fees?

    Please contact us for pricing. See below for details:

    • Total Wellness Plan cat members receive a 20% discounted boarding rate.
    • Our prices include food, cat litter and bedding.

Booking terms and conditions

Due to high demand during the Easter and Christmas holiday periods, full payment is required to secure your booking. Please contact us for more information.

  • What are the check-in and check-out times?
    When you check your cat into one of our boarding facilities, we have a trained member of our staff spend some time with you learning about your cat’s usual routine and particulars. Likewise, on check out we like one of our staff to let you know how your cat went while boarding and give any advice we think may be helpful, specific to your pet. To make sure we have someone available to spend this time with you we try at the time of booking to schedule specific check in/out times with you. Generally, we are available to check in/out your cat between 9am – 10am and between 4pm – 5pm Monday to Friday, please contact your local clinic to confirm times.

    Please note we are unable to facilitate check in or check out on weekends.

  • What should you bring with you when you check-in your cat?

    Things to bring on check-in:

    • Your cat/s in their favourite carry cage
    • Current vaccination certificate, not necessary if your cat has been vaccinated with us
    • Special dietary requirements
    • Any belongings clearly labelled, although it is not necessary to bring beds, scratch posts and toys as we have plenty available

    What to inform us on check-in:

    • Medical history
    • Any behavioural traits your cat may possess so we know what is normal
    • Contact details including a contact phone number while you are away
    • Reconfirm check-out date and time

    If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

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