Cat care guides

Guides for cat owners in Singapore

Practical advice from our cattery and cat hotel — from bringing a new kitten home to licensing and boarding.

Cat ownership

Cat licence in Singapore: what new cat owners need to know (2026)

Every pet cat in Singapore now needs a microchip and an AVS licence. Here is how it works, what it costs, and how we help you with it when you take your kitten home.

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Kittens

Bringing your new kitten home: a first-week checklist

What to prepare before collection day and how to help your kitten settle in during the first week — from a Singapore cattery.

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Cat boarding

Cat boarding in Singapore: how to prepare your cat for a cat hotel stay

Going away? What a good cat hotel will ask for, what to pack, and how to make your cat’s stay calm and comfortable.

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Breeds

Ragdoll, Russian Blue, Abyssinian or Minuet: which breed suits your home?

A quick comparison of four popular pedigree breeds — personality, size, grooming and energy — to help you choose.

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Cat ownership

Living with a cat in an HDB flat: 10 tips for a happy indoor cat

Cats can live very happily in a Singapore flat. Here is how to keep them safe, busy and comfortable — and keep the neighbours happy too.

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Cat care

Indoor cat enrichment: simple ways to keep your cat happy (and your sofa safe)

Bored cats scratch, bite and meow. A few simple changes — climbing, scratching, play and puzzle feeding — make a big difference.

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Breeds

Ragdoll cat care guide: grooming, feeding, health and personality

Everything a new Ragdoll owner should know — from brushing the silky coat to the breed’s genetic health tests.

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Cat care

Cat grooming at home: brushing, nail trims and how to bathe a cat

A step-by-step guide to grooming your cat at home — brushing, nails, ears, eyes and teeth, and how (and how often) to give a cat a bath in Singapore’s humid weather.

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Cat boarding

Cat hotel or pet sitter in Singapore: which is better for your cat?

Both can work well. Here is how to choose between a cat hotel and a home-visit sitter, depending on your cat, your home and how long you are away.

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Cat boarding

How to help a shy or anxious cat settle in at a cat hotel

Most cats settle in within a day or two. These simple steps — before, during and after the stay — help nervous cats feel safe sooner.

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Cat boarding

Boarding a senior cat or a cat on medication: what to prepare

Older cats and cats with health needs can board safely with the right information. A simple checklist of what to tell the cat hotel and what to pack.

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