The majority of catteries are professionally run facilities that provide 24-hour care and attention for cats. It's not bad or wrong to board your cat, especially if you can't find another solution to cat care. But arranging in-home cat care is a better, kinder solution for your cat.

So when a cat is taken from its familiar territory, they often don't react well. They can become stressed and unhappy, display aggression at other cattery guests and even stop eating.

SECTION 6.20. 010. GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS. (2) “Catteries” shall mean a place for the breeding, raising, keeping, boarding or other handling of more than ten (10) cats per dwelling unit or per business establishment.

Are catteries cruel for cats? Even the most comfortable and caring catteries can be stressful for some cats. This is because cats are highly territorial and prefer to be in a familiar environment. Some find the sights, sounds and smells of unfamiliar places, people and other cats overwhelming and anxiety inducing.