The market for cat boarding facilities in Singapore has seen significant growth, reflecting rising demand from pet owners who seek specialized care for their cats while they travel or renovate their homes. Licensed cat boarding businesses increased by nearly one-third over the past two years, from 35 operators in 2024 to 47 as of September 2026, according to Jessica Kwok, group director of the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) at the National Parks Board.
This expansion follows changes in pet ownership regulations. Since September 2024, residents in Housing Board flats have been allowed to keep up to two pet cats, with a two-year transition period permitting those with more than two cats to continue owning them if registered and licensed. Unlicensed cat ownership has been prohibited under the Animals and Birds Act since September 1, 2026, carrying fines of up to SGD 5,000.
Many new cat boarding ventures are run by entrepreneurs with backgrounds in feline services. Neko Neko, which began as an online pet supplies store in 2012, recently opened a fifth boarding location within Pet Lovers’ Centre at Holland Village. Its four suites can accommodate up to four cats from the same household, charging SGD 118 per night, and offer more spacious accommodations aimed at servicing western Singapore.
Similarly, PetPat, a cat grooming service, expanded into boarding with facilities in Joi Chiat and Upper Thomson opened in 2025. The service boards approximately 88 cats monthly, with nightly rates ranging from SGD 45 to SGD 72. Founder Jen Alexandra Toh emphasizes the trust built through grooming as a key factor in extending into boarding care.
Sundays Cat Hotel & Resort, established in mid-2024, operates out of a 20,000-square-foot landed property in Serangoon Gardens. The facility offers 30 rooms with rates between SGD 54 and SGD 128 per night, primarily serving leisure and business travelers as well as homeowners undergoing renovations. Owner Jing Wang, who holds veterinary and feline behavior certifications, notes most stays last around a week and involve one or two cats.
Other operators like Kuro Cat Hotel and & Cat Studio were founded out of owners’ frustrations with existing options. Kuro, launched in January 2026 in Chinatown, offers 31 rooms and various room types priced from SGD 60 to SGD 120 per night. & Cat Studio in Kampong Glam opened in November 2025 with seven room categories, including isolation rooms for cats requiring special medical care such as those with feline leukaemia or immunodeficiency virus.
Common features across these cat hotels include twice-daily feeding with owners' supplied food, air conditioning, and daily updates. Additional services such as transport and medical care may incur extra fees. Peak travel seasons often see these facilities fully booked, reflecting growing demand.
Veterinarians emphasize that boarding facilities specifically dedicated to cats can reduce stress and prevent disease transmission. Placement of cats in separate units with impermeable barriers and avoidance of shared airspace with other cats or dogs are recommended to minimize stress-related illnesses like feline herpesvirus flare-ups. Potential clients are advised to tour facilities beforehand, observe the cats’ behavior, and ensure staff inquire about medical history and routines.
Cat owners frequently stress the importance of familiarity and preparation. Bringing bedding and toys with scents from home and acclimating cats to carriers ahead of stays can ease transitions. Despite the growth in options, many owners prefer to return to facilities where their cats feel comfortable and well cared for.
The rising number of licensed cat boarding premises reflects broader shifts in pet ownership policies and a growing awareness of specialized feline care, providing cat owners with more tailored options to ensure their pets’ wellbeing in their absence.