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We have learnt much in the time since we opened. Coming to a cattery can be quite an upsetting experience for many cats. The journey in the car, in a cat carrier and finally to be released in unfamiliar surroundings can be very stressful. Cats often need time and attention to be reassured - a cat that does not eat cannot be ignored. A cat that is reluctant to eat will often eat if you keep them company. Making friends with our guests is very rewarding and makes us feel that we have carried out our obligation to both cat and owner.

To lower stress, we feed your cat with the same food you provide at home. There would only be an additional charge for this if it included exceptionally expensive food.

Some item brought from home will carry a familiar scent and help to settle them. A cat may not play with toys at home, especially if they are out hunting for much of the time, however they may appreciate something to occupy them during their stay. We provide a scratchpost,a garden chair and toys - if required.

We believe that cleanliness comes before the heavy use of disinfectants. For daily cleans we use Comficlean 2 (Benzalkonium) which is cat friendly when wet. This, however, does not have a broad enough spectrum for full cleans and disinfection between occupants. We have used TK10 (Glutaraldehyde) on woodwork. This is hard to use when the next unit is occupied and, in addition, it does not have detergent properties. Good as TK10 is, we are changing to a 1% solution of Virkon S. In this dilution it is non irritant and safe to use. It is effective against all known virus groups, major food poisoning bacteria and all common fungal pathogens,including ringworm. Virkon S cleans and disinfects in a single operation.

2009 cattery calendar daily boarding fee (cats from the same household sharing)
There will be no price increases in 2008
No VAT - an advantage of being small
1 cat - £5.50 (exercise run 6x4')
2 cats - £8.50 (exercise run 6x4') - in a family unit £10.00 (exercise run 6x6' or 6x5')
3 cats - £11.00 (exercise run 6x6' or 6x5')
4 cats - £13.50 (exercise run 6x6' or 6x5')
Day fee not charged for cats picked up before 10.30am on their final booked day
subject to a minimum charge of £15

WE WELCOME CATS WITH MEDICAL CONDITIONS
(older cats and cats with medical conditions may not be covered by insurance)

Rabbits* and Guinea Pigs - From £2.50* / hutch (dry food provided by owner / hutch, bedding and vegetables by ourselves) * up to two rabbits or guinea pigs/ hutch - 50p/day per extra animal.
Small cages and tanks - £1 / cage or tank (e.g. reptiles, birds)(accomodation, food and substrate provided by owner) - £1.50 / day for heated units
Larger cages or tanks by individual quotation
*We are unable to keep male rabbits that have not been neutered in internal accomodation, due to spraying
We do NOT keep pets covered by the Dangerous Animals Act or Insects/Spiders

Our pet home visit service is now in its fifth year and we have looked after dogs, cats and rabbits in Bangor-on-Dee, Bradley, Brymbo, Brynteg, Bwlchgwyn, Caego, Coedpoeth, Crewe-by-Farndon, Erbistock, Farndon, Gresford, Gwersyllt, Lavister, Llangollen, Llay, Minera, Moss, New Broughton, Pandy, Pendine, Penycae, Rhosllanerchrugog, Rossett, Summerhill and Wrexham. We frequently administer medication, including insulin injections and are asked to perform tasks: such as feeding fish and watering plants. We feel it important not to advertise the fact that the occupants of the house are away. To this end, we arrive in unmarked cars for the visits. Fees for this service depend on distance and time required to perform the task. Bwlchgwyn from £2.50-3/visit, Coedpoeth from £3.50-5/visit, Wrexham from £5.50-7/visit, Rossett/Rhos from £6.50-8/visit. (These are guide prices only for short task visits)

Gemma's Holiday Homes for Small Pets is now run as part of the cattery business. During the last year there has been an increase in demand for indoor accommodation, particularly rabbits. We have built an insulated and heated building able to hold several runs and hutches. The smooth walls and floors are capable of easy cleaning

Please note that it is a condition of our planning consent that we do not allow our customers on to the premises between the hours of 6pm and 8.30am the next morning.

Gemma spent four years at Llysfasi College and the Welsh College of Horticulture studying small animals, horses and, in her final two years, animal management for which she obtained a National Diploma with Distinction. At the recommendation of the Public Protection Department at Wrexham County Borough Council, she took the Basic Hygiene Certificate. She has a love of small animals and horse riding.

Margaret has a keen mind for organisation and also took the Basic Hygiene Certificate in preparation for the cattery. Margaret and Gemma look after the cattery, rabbits and guinea pigs.

Graham is a healthcare professional in the medicines management field (humans). For ethical reasons he is not allowed to declare his field of expertise. Graham is the main operative in the home visit service . We keep several of our clients' house keys so that they may ring us at short notice.