Frequently Asked Questions
- Will I need to bring food?
- Does my cat need to be inoculated before their stay?
- Can I bring their bed or toys?
- What happens if they are ill during their stay?
- Will my cat be happy at Westfield?
- Will Westfield administer long term medication for my cat?
- Do you groom my cat during its holiday?
Will I need to bring cat food with me?
We stock Felix, Whiskers, Kitekat and other popular brands of wet food. We also use and recommend James Wellbeloved dried food. If your cat is on a special diet or is a fussy eater you may wish to bring your own food with you. Likewise if you have a young cat who is on kitten food please bring your own. We reserve the right to change your pets food if they are not eating the food brought in with them.
Does my cat need inoculations before their stay?
All cats should have up to date inoculation's against feline enteritis and cat flu before their stay. We also recommend a flea treatment and worming prior to their holiday with us.
Can I bring my cats bed or toys?
You are welcome to bring a bed or old blanket to help them settle, please do not wash them before bringing them in so they smell of home (please note we are unable to wash soiled bedding). Otherwise we recommend getting your cat used to a cardboard box lined with news paper to bring with you otherwise. Toys and scratching posts are also welcome.
What happens if they are ill during their stay ?
We take a contact number for you and your usual vets name. In the unlikely event of your cat becoming ill, we would ring your contact number so you can authorize a trip to the vets. If we are unable to contact you for any reason, the cat will be taken to your vet and treated according to the vets recommendation. You will be liable for any vets cost incurred on your return.
Will my cat be happy at Westfield?
Cats are territorial creatures and settle quickly at our cattery. We recommend not to feed them on the morning of their holiday before bringing them in as we welcome them with a tasty meal as this helps them settle quickly. Once they work out they are warm and well fed and they realise there are no predators around they enjoy the peace and quiet we provide for their holiday with us.
Will Westfield administer medication for my cat?
We are able to administer some medication, such as tablets crushed in food or liquid medication, syringed into mouth or on food. Regrettably we are unable to give injections or tablets given whole by mouth unless they are the easy to give tasty variety. Please ring June on (01202) 301148 for more information.
- Do you groom my cat during its holiday?
We do routinely groom all our holiday makes if they enjoy a good brush. We use and recommend 'Zoom Groom' brushes. You can bring your own grooming kit if preferred. Any cats in poor condition with matting and knots get special attention during their stay, however if we have to spend a long time to get the coat into good condition we appreciate a small donation.