If you run a business which provides accommodation to other people's cats or dogs, you need an animal boarding licence. Boarding licences are split into three categories:
- animal boarding
- dog day care
- domestic dog boarding
Make sure you choose the right option for your business on the application form.
Licence type |
Fees to pay |
Animal boarding |
£199.65 to apply (non-refundable) and a further £290.40 if the licence is granted. You'll also need to pay any vets fees. |
Dog day care |
£151.25 to apply (non-refundable) and a further £187.55 if the licence is granted. You'll also need to pay any vets fees. |
Domestic dog boarding |
£151.25 to apply (non-refundable) and a further £187.55 if the licence is granted. |
As part of your application you'll need to submit copies of the following:
- plan of the premises
- operating procedures
- insurance policy
- risk assessments (including fire)
- qualification and training records
- infection control procedure
You'll need to return your form and supporting documents to envhealth@canterbury.gov.uk. You can also email the team if you have any questions before applying.
To pay the application fee you can:
- call 01227 862 427 to make a phone payment
- send a cheque made payable to Canterbury City Council
Apply for a licence to board dogs or cats
Licences are valid for one to three years, based on a risk rating we award each licence holder.
Granted cattery licences 2024
Granted cattery licences 2024
Premises and licensee |
Postcode area |
Contact numbers |
Licensed for |
Star rating |
Rainbows End (Mrs Cleal) |
CT6 |
07946464232 |
46 cats |
3 |
Penny Lane (Mrs J Emptage) |
CT5 |
07856041101 |
24 cats |
3 |
Kopperkins (Mrs S Eager) |
CT5 |
01227 277672 |
26 cats |
3 |
Cromwell Cottage (Mrs S Radmore) |
CT6 |
01227 375400 |
54 cats |
3 |
Pilgrims Lane (Mr C Spooner) |
CT5 |
07918716176 |
12 cats |
3 |
The Cattery (Mr D White) |
CT6 |
07914 867577 |
44 cats |
3 |
Hilltops (Mrs A Davies) |
CT6 |
07768 158336 |
40 cats |
3 |
Swalecliffe Cattery (Ms M Patterson) |
CT5 |
07834 688675 |
21 cats |
2 |
Granted dog boarding licences
Granted dog boarding licences
Premises and licensee |
Type |
Postcode area |
Contact numbers |
Acorn Pet Services |
Home Boarding |
CT2 |
07803000078 |
Barking Days Hersden |
Home Boarding |
CT3 |
07815 596170 |
Barking Days Sturry |
Home boarding |
CT2 |
07554 383652 |
Claire Tabony |
Home Boarding |
CT2 |
07736233344 |
Claws Indoors |
Home boarding |
CT6 |
07990974202 |
Daniels Pet Care |
Home boarding |
CT4 |
07809768108 |
Handy Pet Services |
Home boarding |
CT2 |
07907149775 |
Happy Paws |
Home boarding |
CT5 |
07824531665 |
Leading Dogs |
Home boarding |
CT6 |
07802855716 |
In Good Company |
Home boarding |
CT5 |
07939 098 357 |
Jenkins Canine Services |
Home boarding |
CT5 |
07921130049 |
Milo and Co |
Home boarding |
CT5 |
07595 729101 |
Muddy Pups |
Home boarding |
CT2 |
07906536810 |
Paws at Home |
Home boarding |
CT6 |
07502 271267 |
Red Lion Canines |
Home boarding |
CT5 |
07856170627 |
Whitstable Pet Sitting |
Home boarding |
CT5 |
07941572474 |
We Love Pets |
Franchises |
CT3 |
07840 544140 |
Barking Mad (franchise with hosts) |
Franchises |
CT6 |
01227 749737 |
K 9 Kindergarten |
Day care |
CT2 |
01227 272220 |
Kylemore Farm |
Kennels |
CT4 |
01227 832045 |
Pet Lodge |
Kennels |
CT5 |
01227 281827 |