Top 9 Catteries in Tauranga
Updated 27 December 2020
Your cat needs the absolute best attention when you need to leave it at a cattery when you are away, so choosing the right one is important. A beloved cat is, after all, a member of the family.
Finding a cattery that you are happy to use might not be the easiest process. There are many catteries in the Tauranga area that come highly recommended; our guide explains how to choose the right one and lists the top local options.
Our Tauranga Cattery Guide covers:
Finding a cattery that you are happy to use might not be the easiest process. There are many catteries in the Tauranga area that come highly recommended; our guide explains how to choose the right one and lists the top local options.
Our Tauranga Cattery Guide covers:
​How Much Does an Tauranga Cattery Cost?
How much you should expect to pay for cattery services depends upon the length of time you need your Cat to be cared for, whether you want it in a communal or private room, and whether you have one or more cats. The rates will vary between catteries, but the following is a general guide:
- Communal room 1 Cat – around $20 per day
- Private room 1 Cat – between $30 and $40 per day
- Private room 2 Cats - $50 to $65 per day
- Private room 3 Cats - $70 to $90 per day
How Can I Get the Best Price for a Cattery Booking?
- Book in Advance – remember that catteries and boarding kennels will be busiest during school holidays, public holidays, and the festive season when people are more likely to be away from home. It’s not a case of the best price but making sure your cat gets a place - catteries do get full, and the ones left over can charge what they want to desperate cat owners.
- Look for Discounts – if you are away in the off-season, when catteries are largely empty, look for a discount as some offer cheaper rates off-season.
- Stay Local – local means fewer miles to travel, and therefore makes it easier and cheaper to travel to. After coming back from a flight, do you really want to drive across Tauranga to collect your cat?
What to look for when choosing a cattery
Know This - A Good Cattery Will Outline What is Required from You, and the Services they Offer, such as:
- They will check your cat has up to date vaccinations
- Information about your pet’s behaviour and routine, dietary needs (e.g. what food it eats) will be requested
- They will need your pet’s medical history and your vet’s name
Before you settle on a cattery, consider the following:
- Ask around friends, family, and colleagues for recommendations
- Visit the cattery before you make a final choice and check you are happy with the facilities;
Popular Questions and Considerations to Ask When Choosing an Tauranga Cattery
- Make sure you are happy that the premises are clean and well-maintained
- What are the daily feeding routines, and will they suit your cat?
- How long has the business been in operation?
- Ask to meet the person who will be looking after your cat, and how much time will they spend with it?
- Do they have an emergency vet to access, and how does the re-charging or billing work?
Once you have all these questions answered and are comfortable with the cattery, you should be happy to leave your cat in their trusted care while you're away from Tauranga.
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9 Reliable Tauranga Catteries Your Cat will be Happy in
Our list below, which is no particular order, covers catteries in Tauranga. We have selected the catteries based on their history of longstanding service within Tauranga, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.
No cattery has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with any cattery below.
No cattery has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with any cattery below.
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The Big MeowThe Big Meow is a deluxe boutique boarding cattery that provides a safe environment for all cats during the day. They have 22 private rooms to accommodate cats with their own space and facilities. Each cat can access the outdoor space to play and enjoy the sun during the daytime.
What customers like:
Base: Greerton, Tauranga Website: The Big Meow Contact number: 07 543 0785 |
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A Cat’s World Boarding CatteryA Cat’s World Boarding Cattery was previously known as the Animals Unlimited, established in 1970. In 2018, the 5th owners had renovated the facility and created new gardens for cats and owners to enjoy.
What customers like:
Base: Oropi Road, Tauranga Website: A Cat's World Boarding Cattery Contact number: 07 541 1411 |
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Tauranga Cat HotelTauranga Cat Hotel offers seven individual units and a communal room with a maximum capacity of ten cats. Their facility is airconditioned keeping the cats cool during the summer and warm during the winter. They accept all types of cats and kittens as well as those that require medical care.
What customers like:
Base: Matua, Tauranga Website: Tauranga Cat Hotel Contact number: 07 570 0177 |
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Pleasant Valley Kennels and CatteryPleasant Valley Kennels and Cattery provides clean and comfortable boarding to all breeds of cats and dogs. Their primary concern is the pet's welfare while in their care. The business owners reside on the site; hence a personal service is guaranteed.
What customers like:
Base: Tauriko, Tauranga Website: Pleasant Valley Kennels and Cattery Contact number: 07 543 0268 |
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The Cat’s WhiskersThe Cat’s Whiskers have spacious individual cattery rooms with a private outdoor play area. All their rooms well exceed the required standards and in close contact with local vets. Their location is on the edge of Tauranga and just 2 kilometres from the Wairoa River Bridge on SH 2.
What customers like:
Base: Te Puna Website: The Cat's Whiskers Contact number: 07 578 8525 |
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Top Katz CatteryTop Katz Cattery is a local family-owned business that provides a clean and comfortable facility for cats to stay. Because Top Katz Cattery is built through a good family relationship, it's reassuring that they can provide the utmost personal care to all their cat clients.
What customers like:
Base: Quarry Road, Te Puna Website: Top Katz Cattery Contact number: 07 552 4364 |
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Papamoa Kennels & CatteryPapamoa Kennels & Cattery is considered as one of the largest and most established pet boarding facilities in the Bay of Plenty. They take pride in their competitively priced boarding as well as their dog stay services with quality care programs.
What customers like:
Base: Bay Road, Papamoa Website: Papamoa Kennels & Cattery Contact number: 07 542 0730 |
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Kaharoa KennelsKaharoa Kennels has been in the industry since1987. Although they primarily offer dog boarding services, they also provide communal cattery where cats can enjoy watching the outdoors.
What customers like:
Base: Tauranga Direct Road Website: Kaharoa Kennels Contact number: 07 332 3737 |
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​Creature Comforts CatteryCreature Comforts Cattery provides a home-away-from-home for all domesticated cats. They have individual units available with an indoor/outdoor access that cats can enjoy. Creature Comforts Cattery has 15 separate units that are on top quality standards. Each of their units has its window while some have a private outdoor courtyard.
What customers like:
Base: Waihi, Tauranga Website: Creature Comforts Cattery Contact number: 07 863 9004 |
Disclaimer: MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship, financial or otherwise, with any of the catteries listed on this page. Daily, weekly and monthly cattery charges will vary, and our pricing guide is for informational purposes only.
