Everything Catsby and more. Here you’ll find answers to the most popular FAQ’s, my personal recommendations from tried and tested products plus general information about cats and their well-being
2019 At The Great Catsby: A year in review
As we enter 2020 I will embark on my third full year since opening The Great Catsby. Since opening back in 2017 I have made it my mission to provide the best care and boarding cattery service available so that cats, and their owners, can have a stress free holiday....
Christmas at The Great Catsby
Christmas is a magical time of year. Families get together and time is spent with loved ones. As much as you'd love your cat to be part of the festivities sometimes it's just not possible. So those cats come to me instead, at The Great Catsby. We have our own...
10 reasons why everyone should own a black cat
As the proud owner of a black cat, I can highly recommend them to everyone. However, unfortunately, they aren't popular pets due to their colour. The RSPCA reports that black cats are harder to rehome than any other cats. Apparently, people overlook black cats due to...
Pet Portrait Illustraitions – Unique Cat Portraits for Cat Lovers
As a small business owner, I’m always on the lookout for other small businesses that I can support. It’s not easy going it alone, stepping out of our comfort zones to be our own bosses. So when I spot a unique business, especially a cat-related one, I get all...
Can I get a discount at The Great Catsby Cat Hotel?
One question I often receive from new potential customers is 'Can I get a discount at The Great Catsby?' This is always an uncomfortable one for me to answer. Yes, I am aware I am more expensive than everywhere else you've probably looked but I believe I provide...
15 Ways to Create a Stimulating Environment For House Cats
For the last 13 years, I've had house cats. However, as they spend their lives indoors they are prone to boredom and loneliness. As responsible cat parents, it is our duty to create a stimulating environment for house cats in order to keep them mentally and physically...
How reading to cats can help them relax
Did you know that September is officially Happy Cat Month! A whole month dedicated to keeping cats happy. Although, as cat parents every month is happy cat month as we all want to make sure our furbabies are happy. That being said, I'm always looking for other ways to...
Top tips to keep cats cool in hot weather
With the UK weather heating up it's important that we help our feline friends to feel cool. Cats will try to keep themselves cool in the hot weather by licking their fur, the saliva evaporates it cools their body down. But, if you're cat is anything like one of mine,...
What do I do with my cats when I go away?
Last December was the first time, in a long time, that we managed to have a family holiday. And last week we did it all over again! We packed our suitcases and headed off for some quality family time in the sun. That's right, we had a holiday! As the holiday was...
5 ways to reduce anxiety in cats before going on holiday
If your cat is used to you being around you all day then leaving them to go on holiday can be a stressful time. Especially if your cat is quite nervous. I get lots of inquiries from cat 'pawrents' who are worried about leaving their anxious cats. Although I know that...