The Kew Cattery

About the Cattery
Kew Cattery Deluxe Playpen

It’s like the Four Seasons for cats

Our fabulous Kew Cattery is a purpose-built facility that is sure to exceed all of your expectations.

Staffed by our caring dedicated ‘cat crazy’ team, the cattery is like a luxury hotel for your cat and offers a variety of accommodation to suit the fussiest of felines. And as we’re located above the Kew Vet, we have the support of fully qualified nurses and vets on site.

About the Cattery
About the Cattery

About the Cattery

Whether it’s a private full height suite with access to play areas, a parlour space with a view of chandeliers and portraits, a multi-level jungle gym or a cosy nook in the sunshine, we have a number of themed rooms and different accommodation options available to provide your cat with the best possible home away from home!

For our special older guests, we have the option of a double-width space which offers room to move without the need to jump and climb.

You can rest assured your pet will receive the best of care for the duration of their stay. Our team of passionate cattery attendants absolutely adore our visitors and lavish them with love and cuddles, but if your cat is a little shy, we’ll make sure they have their own stress-free space to relax – and plenty of toys to keep them occupied!  We also have Feliway pheromone diffusers running constantly to relax your cat.

View our fabulous guests on Instagram.

Check out our commonly asked questions below. If we have not answered your query, feel free to give us a call on (03) 9853 7125 or email us at boarding@kewvet.com.au

Common Questions

Prices & Terms

Accommodation Rates 2025


Standard Suite:

Single cat – $39.00 per night (for stays longer than one night)

Single night charge – $58.00 per cat

Peak periods – $46.00 per night per cat


Playpen Suite:

Our deluxe Playpen Suite has lots of places to lounge in the sun and watch the birds go by, and scratching posts to jump and climb. There’s plenty of room for multiple cats, or for particularly playful individuals who like room to run around. 

Single Cat – $60.00 per night  | $71.00 peak times

Per Additional Cat – $43.50 per night  | $51.50 Peak times

 
Other Charges:

Cats requiring medication – $5.50 once daily or $7 twice daily, additional per day

Early check in / Late check out – $21.00

Isolation charge – $31.50 additional per day 

Discounts may apply for stays over 14 nights or for additional cats from the same household staying together.


Peak Periods

Peak period prices apply over the Easter long-weekend and from December 19th to January 31st each year. 

Minimum stays of five nights over Easter and 7 nights over Christmas or New year (19/12 – 2/1 inclusive) apply.

A deposit of $150 is required for all Christmas bookings, and a deposit of $100 for all Easter bookings.


Cancellation

During peak periods a cancellation policy applies. Cancellations greater than 2 weeks out will be given a full refund of deposit.

If cancelled with less than 2 weeks' notice – Refund given minus $50 deposit.

If cancelled with less than one weeks' notice – Deposit is non-refundable.


Check in / Check Out times

We ask that bookings are made so that guests

Are dropped off between:

2:00pm – 5pm Monday to Friday, 9:30am – 1pm on Saturday

Are collected between:

8:30am – 11:00am Monday to Friday, 9:30am-1pm on Saturday

This is to maintain our high standards of guest care and cleanliness. These check–out and check–in times ensure that your cat’s suite is fully disinfected, clean, and comfortable for their arrival and they get to settle in straight away.


Payment Terms

We accept Cash, EFTPOS and all major credit cards (including AMEX).

We are unable to accept cheques and are not able to provide accounts. All accounts must be settled in full at the time of check out.

Please read our Full Terms & Conditions below for further information. 

Terms and conditions of stay at Kew Cattery

We take your cat’s health and the health of our other guests very seriously.

  • All cats must have a current F3 Vaccination. Proof of current status is required prior to admission and Kew Vet and Cattery reserves the right to refuse admission if this is not provided or vaccination status is not considered to be current by our staff.
  • Kew Vet and Cattery is unable to board kittens who have not completed a primary vaccination course.
  • We reserve the right to refuse admission to any cat showing signs of illness or infectious disease at time of admission.
  • Un-desexed cats cannot be boarded if over 5 months of age.
  • Any cat showing signs of parasite infestation (fleas, intestinal worms, ticks) will be treated and the owner accepts the cost of this treatment.
  • Any cat that shows signs of upper respiratory infection will be moved to an isolation room while symptomatic for the protection of other guests. You will be notified of this and an isolation fee will be applied.
  • It is a requirement of admission that a local emergency contact is provided with preferred method of contact.
  • In the event your pet becomes unwell:
    • In non-urgent cases we will contact your emergency contact and arrange consultation and treatment at your own vet or Kew Vet (as per admission form)
    • In an emergency situation, treatment will be initiated at Kew Vet until your pet is stable. We will then contact your emergency contact and arrange with them if necessary for your pet to be moved to your preferred Vet (If not Hawthorn East Vet or Kew Vet).
    • If your emergency contact is not able to be contacted, treatment will be provided at owner’s expense at Kew Vet. If an animal becomes ill during their stay, our staff will seek Veterinary advice and treatment. Clients accept all costs associated with Veterinary attention and treatment.
  • If an animal is not collected within 30 days of the end of the booking, and we are unable to reach the owner by phone or email contacts provided, the cat is considered to be abandoned and Kew Cattery will surrender the cat to the RSPCA or local animal pound.
  • In the unlikely event of the death of your pet, we will contact your emergency contact and hold your pet’s body for further advice.
Payment
  • All accounts must be settled before your cat is discharged.
  • We charge per cat per night.
  • Our fees are subject to change without notice.
  • Additional charges are incurred for administering medication, nail trims, isolation facilities or any Veterinary treatment incurred.
  • Peak period fees apply for stays over Easter and from the 19th December to 31st January each year. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure the booking.
  • A seven night minimum stay is required over the Christmas period for any stay between the 19th of December and the 2nd of January, inclusive of those dates. A five night minimum applies over Easter long weekend.
  • During peak periods a cancellation policy applies.
    • Cancellations greater than 2 weeks out will be given a full refund of deposit.
    • If cancelled with less than 2 weeks notice – Refund given minus $50 deposit.
    • If cancelled with less than one weeks notice – Deposit is non refundable.
  • For early collection, we require 24 hours notice and clients will be charged for this notice period. During peak times or minimum stay periods, clients will be liable for the charge for entire booked period.
  • We accept cash, EFTPOS and credit card. We do not accept cheques and do not run accounts.
Other
  • It is our policy to only release your cat to the owner listed on the account, or an authorised alternate person. You can authorise someone on the consent form each time your cat stays, or can update your authorisations any time during a stay by emailing our friendly team ahead of time.
  • Clients are able to provide their own food for their cat, however due to extra work involved, there will be no discount provided for this. Standard Fees apply.
  • Clients are welcome to leave personal belongings with their pets. Care and attention will be given to these, however Kew Cattery accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage to personal belongings, including cat carriers.
  • While we try to accommodate all special requests for cat boarding rooms, we may move your cat to a more suitable accommodation if it’s deemed necessary.
  • Clients understand that Kew Cattery is not staffed 24 hours a day.
  • While Kew Cattery aims to provide a safe, stress free and welcoming home away from home for your pet, all owners understand and accept that boarding is entirely at the owner’s risk.

Our Cattery Team

Jacqui — Kew Vet & Cattery

Jacqui

Cattery Manager

Jacqui joined our team in mid 2023 having spent the last 8 years working specifically in feline adoptions and rehabilitation, where she found thousands of new homes for pets that were surrendered, abandoned, or strays. She loves nothing more than keeping our feline guests happy & content and does this by working hard to gain their trust and understand their behaviours. She truly is ‘that crazy cat lady’. When not taking care of our guests, you’ll find Jacqui at her sewing machine doing crafts, caravanning with her family around our great country or tending to her own brood of 3 rescue cats (Max, Mister & Reilly) & one particularly cheeky white Boxer (Sugar).

Emma — Kew Vet & Cattery

Emma

Cattery Assistant 

My name is Emma and this is my gorgeous cat Sushi. 

I have 2 other cats LaMelo and Crippa. But Sushi is my favourite. I also have 2 dogs Evie and Murphy. I also have 2 adult daughters Maddy and Trinity. 

I work full time at my family’s Panel Beating business and then casually here at Kew Cattery. I love working here and meeting all the gorgeous cats that come to stay. I may possibly become one of those crazy cat ladies when I retire and I’m looking forward to it! 

 

Elizabeth — Kew Vet & Cattery

Elisabeth

Cattery Assistant 

Hi, my name is Elisabeth and I am an animal enthusiast with a particular interest in cats. I have a dog and two ferrets but aspire to have some feline friends of my own sometime soon. In my spare time I love to bake, op shop and spend time with my animals! 

Stella - Kew Vet & Cattery

Stella

Cattery Assistant 

Stella is a dedicated cattery attendant who loves caring for cats and making sure they feel comfortable and at home during their stay. Outside of work, she enjoys making jewellery and expressing her creativity through unique handmade pieces.

Arabella - Kew Vet & Cattery

Arabella

Cattery Assistant 

Hi, my name is Arabella, and I absolutely love animals! Especially cats. I have two rescue cats at home, Mojo and Lexi who I adore. I love caring for all the cats that come and stay with us, ensuring they have the best time possible. In my spare time I love going out with my friends, travelling, and reading a good book!

Evie

Cattery Assistant 

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