Hackett Hounds & Cats
Kirstenhof, Cape Town, South Africa
Family-run Kirstenhof cattery with dog daycare and grooming
Boarding kennels and pet boarding
Boarding kennels, catteries and pet hotels for dogs and cats. Compare where your pet will sleep, how they are cared for and what it costs.
Popular locations: Johannesburg · Pretoria · Cape Town · Durban · Ballito
Boarding kennels and pet hotels (44)
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Faerie Glen, Pretoria, South Africa
Faerie Glen cattery with themed outdoor villas and indoor units for older cats
Kate's Place Cattery
Southern Suburbs, Cape Town, South Africa
Southern Suburbs cattery with house and garden suites, run by a vet nurse
Kitty Religion
Craighall Park, Johannesburg, South Africa
Japanese-themed cat hotel in Craighall Park with eight suites
MonteCATsino
Joostenbergvlakte, Cape Town, South Africa
Joostenbergvlakte cattery run by a family pet-travel business
Must Love Dogs
Chartwell, Johannesburg, South Africa
Small-breed dog boarding in Chartwell with the owner living on site
Paws Resort
Bridle Park, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
Vet-owned Midrand boarding resort on 10 acres with grooming and pet travel clinic
Paws for Thought
Shaka's Head, Ballito, South Africa
Dolphin Coast kennels, cattery and aviary with grooming and pet-friendly cabins
Pawsome Pet Lodge
Kameeldrift East, Pretoria, South Africa
Kennel-free dog boarding for small and medium breeds near Montana, Pretoria
Penzance Happy Cat Hotel
Hout Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
Small Hout Bay cat hotel run by the vet clinic next door
Ralun Pet Resort and Hotel
Manors, Pinetown, Durban, South Africa
Family-run Pinetown pet resort on six acres, operating since 1956
Sun Valley Cattery
Kyalami, Johannesburg, South Africa
Kyalami cattery with walk-in chalets and outdoor play areas
SuperdogsKZN
Assagay, Hillcrest, Durban, South Africa
Hillcrest-area dog centre with boarding, daycare, grooming and training
The Cat's Villa Hotel
Cape Town, South Africa
Cageless cat hotel near Table Bay Mall with indoor space and a large catio
The Tortoise Shell
Cape Town, South Africa
Small northern-suburbs cat hotel with private cottage rooms and in-room webcams
Villa Siesta Pet Retreat
Monavoni, Centurion, Pretoria, South Africa
Centurion kennel and cattery that also boards rabbits, birds and reptiles
Wonderboom Kennels & Cattery
Cynthia Vale AH, Pretoria, South Africa
Long-running kennel and cattery near Wonderboom Airport, Pretoria North
Xantah Kennels & Cattery
Willow Glen, Pretoria, South Africa
Large Willow Glen kennel and cattery with heated units and on-staff vets
Yvonne's Kennels & Cattery
Clifton Canyon, Shongweni, Durban, South Africa
Family-run Shongweni kennel and cattery with cat condos and medical watch
How to choose boarding kennels
Boarding kennels range from traditional outdoor runs to full pet hotels with heated private rooms. Before you compare prices, compare where your pet will actually sleep: indoors or outdoors, alone or shared, heated in winter and cool in summer.
Visit before you book. A well-run kennel smells clean, is calm rather than constantly barking, and is happy to show you every area your pet will use.
Ask about vaccinations, medication, the vet they use, who is on site at night and how you will hear how your pet is doing. Get deposit and cancellation terms in writing, especially for peak season.
Questions pet owners ask
How much do boarding kennels cost?
Prices vary by city, size of pet and type of room. Each listing shows a "from" rate where the hotel has shared it, and you can send one enquiry to get exact prices for your dates.
Is a pet hotel better than boarding kennels?
Not always, but pet hotels usually offer private indoor rooms, more attention and updates. For anxious, older or indoor pets, the extra space and quiet are often worth it.
Do boarding kennels take cats?
Many do, in a separate cattery away from the dogs. Cats are calmer in a cats-only building, so ask how far the cattery is from the dog kennels.
What should I pack for boarding?
Vaccination certificate, enough of their usual food, any medication with written doses, and something that smells of home.
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