Cat owners often face a unique challenge when it comes to travel. Dogs tend to be more social and adaptable in new environments. Cats, on the other hand, are creatures of habit. They're territorial, sensitive to change, and often more stressed by new surroundings than their canine counterparts. All of this makes choosing the right boarding facility for a cat a particularly important decision.

If you're a cat owner in the Buffalo area looking for boarding you can genuinely trust, Evergreen Kennels in Batavia is worth the short 35-minute drive. Here's what you need to know before booking your cat's stay.

A Dedicated Space for Cats

One of the most important features to look for in a cat boarding facility is separation from dogs. The sights, sounds, and smells of dogs in close proximity are a major source of stress for cats, even if the cat has lived with dogs before. A facility that houses dogs and cats in the same area is not doing cats any favors.

Evergreen Kennels keeps cats in a completely private cat room, separate from the dog areas of the facility. Cats are housed in spacious kitty condos, and Animal Planet typically plays on TV in the room for background stimulation. It's a calm, dedicated environment designed with feline sensibility in mind.

Why Buffalo Cat Owners Make the Drive

With two major airports serving Western New York, Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), WNY is a region full of travelers. And travelers with cats need reliable boarding options that are both convenient and trustworthy.

Evergreen Kennels in Batavia is positioned directly between these two airports, making it an easy detour whether you're heading to BUF (about 35 minutes away) or ROC (approximately 40 minutes away). Cat owners who want the peace of mind of a professional, experienced facility don't have to look far.

What Your Cat Needs Before Their Stay

For cat boarding at Evergreen Kennels, all cats must be current on rabies and distemper vaccines. Vaccine records need to be emailed to evergreenkennelsboarding@gmail.com before your cat's arrival at the facility.

Bring enough food for the full duration of the stay, packed in a labeled container. If you have a cat on a specific brand or formula, don't rely on the kennel to have it on hand. Evergreen can provide food at a cost of $2.50 per day (at the time of this article) if needed, but bringing your own keeps your cat's diet consistent, which is important for reducing digestive stress during an already unfamiliar experience.

You can bring a favorite toy or blanket to include in your cat's condo. Familiar scents from home are genuinely comforting for cats in a new environment. Keep in mind that personal items are not the facility's responsibility, so don't bring anything irreplaceable.

If your cat takes medication, pre-load it into a clearly labeled pill box with days of the week and AM/PM marked. Evergreen will administer medications as directed. Injectable medications, including insulin, are not administered at the facility.

Cat Boarding Pricing at Evergreen Kennels

Cat boarding is $30 per day (at the time of this article). Payment is by credit or debit card only. No cash or checks are accepted.

Pickup and Drop-Off Hours in Batavia

The Batavia location's pickup and drop-off hours are Monday through Friday 9 AM to 4 PM, Saturday 3 PM to 5 PM, and Sunday 9 AM to 11 AM. At the Batavia location, a boarding fee applies for Saturday pickups. Weekday pickups before 11 AM do not carry a fee for that day. Pickups after 11 AM on weekdays do.

34 Years of Experience Behind Every Stay

Evergreen Kennels has been a trusted name in Western New York pet care for more than 34 years. Owner Bobby Vetere brings a professional background in animal care as a former Monroe County Sheriff's K-9 Deputy with canine first aid certification from the Veterinary Tactical Group. The facility is state-of-the-art, the team is experienced, and the environment is designed to make every stay as stress-free as possible for the animals in their care.