Astrality Cat Sitting

12/08/2024

Cat Sitting vs. Cattery: Which is Best for Your Furry Friend?

If you’re planning a trip and wondering how to care for your cat, you might be weighing the options between hiring a cat sitter and booking a cattery. Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide

Cat Sitting:

Comfort of Home: Your cat stays in its familiar environment, which can reduce stress and anxiety.
Personalized Care: A cat sitter provides one-on-one attention, follows your routine, and even takes care of small tasks like bringing in mail or watering plants.
Flexibility: Your sitter can visit once or multiple times a day

Professional Environment: Catteries are designed specifically for cats, offering safe, secure, and sometimes luxurious accommodations.
Social Interaction: If your cat enjoys being around other felines, a cattery could provide some social stimulation.
24/7 Care: Staff are usually on-site to monitor and care for your cat around the clock.

Which should you choose?

Consider your cat's personality. If they’re easily stressed or prefer solitude, a cat sitter might be best. But if they’re social and adaptable, a cattery could be a fun adventure!
What's your experience with cat sitting or catteries? Share your thoughts below👇

08/08/2024

On International Cat Day a shout out to all of our lovely feline clients 😻

10/07/2024

Going on holiday this summer? We still have some availability for daily visits to feed, clean, groom, cuddle and play with your cat(s) whilst you are away.

We are insured and volunteer for Cats Protection. Free introduction visit to meet you and your cat before you commit to bookings. We are also listed on www.catinaflat.co.uk

Torquay and surrounding area covered, references on request. Send us a message to check availability and prices (will vary on number of visits, number of cats and whether medication needs to be given).

10/07/2024

Keep a look out for Frank

Please can I ask the lovely people of Torquay to keep an eye out for this much loved cat Frank. Around Springfield road area Torquay. Been missing for a week now and I miss him sooo much. Thank you

11/06/2024

We are enjoying looking after Tyson this week.

Going on holiday and need someone to look after your cat in your absence then get in touch.

We offer a free meet and greet before you book and prices per visit from £8. Fully insured

10/06/2024

An important day for cat owners, make sure your cat is microchipped it is now a legal requirement as well as the best way of getting them home if they get lost

We, along with many others, have lobbied for compulsory microchipping for pet cats, and we are thrilled this has become law in England today! Microchipping your cat gives them the best chance of being returned home to you if they were ever to go missing. Learn more: http://spr.ly/Microchipping

[Image description: A white and tabby cat standing outside. White text on a pink curve reads ''Pets cats are now required by law to be microchipped in England.']

02/06/2024

🐈 Wow, just wow!🐈‍⬛

We asked and you delivered!

So pleased to see your cats today! 🐈🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛ We love including them on our social media!

This really is the people’s cat show and thank you for being part of it!

Can you see your cat? 👀 Keep an eye out for your cat in future posts!

Have you got your ticket yet? 🎟️

14th September 2024
NEC Birmingham

+250 cats
Amazing speakers
Celebrity host Iwan Thomas, Olympic Athlete
Hope Alley, supporting charities and rescues
A huge retail space for shopping all things cat

Grab your ticket here…

https://thecatshowlive.co.uk/tickets/

17/05/2024

Planning a getaway? No need for your furry companion to fret about packing! Instead, why not opt for a trustworthy cat sitter to drop by your place daily? It's an affordable option compared to cattery boarding and ensures your pet stays content in their familiar environment. Book directly or locate us on Cat in a Flat at https://bit.ly/3UzFitm.

15/05/2024

*** EDIT- We have had an overwhelming response to our microchipping event which is great! If you have received an email reply from us then we look forward to seeing you next weekend.
For now, WE WILL HAVE NO MORE AVAILABILITY FOR ANY MORE CATS as we want to make sure we can microchip all those who have already said they are attending.
We hope to hold another day soon so look out for more updates on this! ***

⚠️ Attention Cat Owners!
Join us for a FREE Cat Microchipping Event 🐱
🗓 Date: Saturday, May 25th
⏰ Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
📍 Location: Little Valley Animal Shelter, Exeter (RSPCA)

📧 No booking necessary, but kindly RSVP to [email protected] to help us prepare. Let's ensure your feline friend stays safe and sound!

❔ Did you know?
Starting June 10, 2024, it will be mandatory for all pet cats in England to have a microchip. This regulation applies to cats before they reach 20 weeks of age, with exceptions made for unowned cats such as feral and community cats. Even indoor-only cats must comply with the microchipping requirement. Additionally, it's necessary to maintain updated contact information on a Defra-approved microchipping database according to the new rules.

Failure to comply with the June deadline means you'll have a 21-day grace period to get your cat microchipped, failing which could result in a fine of up to £500 as per the new law.
More info here: https://www.gov.uk/get-your-dog-cat-microchipped

10/05/2024

Heading off on holiday? Your furry friend doesn't need to stress about packing! Instead, consider having a reliable cat sitter visit your home once or twice a day. It's a budget -friendly alternative to a cattery keeping your pet happy in their familiar surroundings. Book directly or find us on Cat in a Flat at https://bit.ly/3UzFitm.

03/05/2024

While you're away on vacation, your cat doesn't need to start packing its bags too. Opting for a cat sitter to drop by your home once or twice a day offers a budget-friendly alternative to a cattery. Plus, it allows your pet to remain in its familiar environment, surrounded by all its creature comforts. You can book directly or locate us on Cat in a Flat at https://bit.ly/3UzFitm.

26/04/2024

Just because you are going on holiday there is no need for your cat to pack their bags too.

Having a cat sitter visit your cat at home once or twice a day is a cost-effective alternative to a cattery and enables your pet to stay at home with their familiar surroundings and
creature comforts. Book direct or find us on Cat in a Flat at https://bit.ly/3UzFitm

22/04/2024

We spent an enjoyable 2 hours today on the Cats Protection cat interaction course learning about the most effective way to interact with your cat and how to recognize signs of stress

18/04/2024

Microchips are so important and a legal requirement from June...

The law changes on the 10th of June for microchipping cats. We're doing another microchipping event on the 12th of June with the help of Jonathan Woods Vets between 2 and 4pm.

Due to the turn out on our previous microchipping event, we are expecting a large number of people to show up.

Please can you get in touch and let us know whether you would like to be with us between 2-3 and 3-4 so we can manage the amount of cats on site and make sure you're not waiting too long.

Please do give us a call on 0300 777 1853, email us [email protected] or message us via the page.

11/04/2024

It's national pet day today.

Here is our pampered one enjoying life. He does have several beds but has a thing about sitting on bags!

25/03/2024

Tick Bite Prevention Week, celebrated from March 24th to 30th, is a vital period dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of tick bites and how to prevent them.

Ticks are carriers of diseases that can affect both humans and animals. With the rising cases of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, it becomes increasingly important to understand how to protect ourselves and our furry friends​​​​​​​​​​.

Please make sure that your cat receives tick and worm treatment regularly to keep them and you safe.

23/03/2024

Happy looks like a sofa day again

20/03/2024

Nothing better than a happy cat!

Signs your cat is happy and relaxed 😸

Today is , there’s nothing better than seeing a happy cat! There are a few clear signs that your cat is happy. These include:

❣️ An upright tail. If your cat’s tail is upright, sometimes curved at the tip, and they’re walking towards you, this is usually a greeting and means they are happy to see you

❣️ Soft eyes. By this, we mean they’re not open wide and alert. They might be half closed (more of a rugby ball shape than a football)

❣️ Slow blinking. Cats will slow blink one another as well as people to show they are relaxed and being friendly. If you slow blink at a cat, then slowly turn your head away, this is a great way to show a cat that you’re not threatening

❣️ Rolling onto their back. If your cat is happy and relaxed with you, they might roll onto their back and show you their tummy. This is a sign of greeting and trust – not an invitation for belly rubs! To save your hand from the swipe of sharp claws, it’s best to give them a gentle head rub instead

❣️ A hop-up. If your cat does a little hop-up to greet you, they’re asking for a fuss. It would be rude not to oblige.
More information about cat body language please visit: https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/cat-behaviour/cat-body-language

07/03/2024

We are enjoying looking after Misty again this week. A very chatty and affectionate girl 😻

23/02/2024

To quote Cats Protection Neutering, otherwise known as spaying, ‘fixing’, or ‘being done’ is an operation that prevents female cats from getting pregnant and male cats from making female cats pregnant.

As well as avoiding unwanted litters of kittens, neutering has numerous benefits such as:

helping protect your cat against nasty diseases and some cancers
protecting female cats against risks associated with pregnancy
deterring male cats from straying from home, or being injured in fights
decreasing the likelihood of your male cat ‘spraying’ urine in your home – something unneutered cats do to mark their scent to appeal to potential female mates

So on World Spay Day do consider doing the right thing for your cat.

20/02/2024

It's Love your Pet Day today.

When you go away make sure you arrange for the love they deserve in your absence and book a qualified cat sitter.

We are listed on Cat in a Flat, fully insured and can provide references on request. One or two visits per day and a free introductory visit before you commit to a booking

Message us for more information

14/02/2024

Happy Valentine's Day.

Make sure that your cat gets the love it deserves when you are away from home. Having a cat sitter pop in once or twice a day gives your cat company, play and reassurance that they haven't been abandoned

11/02/2024

Understair cupboard conversion anyone?

03/02/2024

People often ask whether they should leave the heating on for their cats when they go away - this article may help you decide.

01/02/2024

Never had a cat before and thinking about adopting? 🤔😺

Check out our First-Time Cat Owners Hub for all the information you need at https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/first-time-cat-owners

12/08/2023

Of course if they don't fit in the luggage you can leave them at home safe in the knowledge we will be there to look after them...

11/08/2023

🐈NEW MICROCHIP LAW FOR CATS🐈

Compulsory microchipping for all owned cats is coming into place on the 10th of June 2024.

The new rules mean cats must be implanted with a microchip before they reach the age of 20 weeks and their contact details stored and kept up to date in a pet microchipping database.

Owners found not to have microchipped their cat will have 21 days to have one implanted, or may face a fine of up to £500.

If your cat is not yet microchipped please make an appointment with your vet. Microchipping is a simple procedure that can be carried on a routine appointment.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/treasured-pets-now-safer-as-microchipping-for-cats-becomes-compulsory

New legislation laid in Parliament today introducing mandatory cat microchipping

08/08/2023

It is international cat day today, time to celebrate our furry felines

08/08/2023

SGT pokes says Happy International Cat Day and does that mean extra treats and cuddles...

05/08/2023

Having only just registered on Cat in a Flat it was great to get our first review on there