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Cat boarding guides, minus the sales pitch

Practical, research-backed answers to the questions cat parents actually ask — the science of settling in, honest comparisons between care options, and the questions that reveal real care. Every guide lists its sources. Written by the couple who host at Meow Homez.

Preparation

How to reduce cat boarding stress

Scent, hiding spots, identical diets and small guest lists — the levers that actually shorten the settling dip, with the evidence behind each. Read the guide →

Deciding

Cat boarding vs a cat sitter

An honest comparison from a boarding host — including the cats who are better off at home, and the five questions that settle the choice. Read the guide →

First timers

First-time cat boarding checklist

Rabies paperwork (it's the law in Ontario), what to pack, what to leave home, and how to nail drop-off day. Read the guide →

During the stay

Signs your cat is settling in

How to read the daily photos: the normal day-by-day settling timeline, the green flags, and the red flags a good host acts on. Read the guide →

Special guests

Boarding anxious & senior cats

Solo space for the shy, soft warm spots for the seniors — and the honest boundary: why medicated cats need a different option. Read the guide →

Local

Choosing cat boarding in Ottawa

Vet kennels vs catteries vs home boarding, and the ten interview questions that separate care from marketing — use them on us too. Read the guide →

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