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Catseye Cattery is a ’state of the art’ Luxury Cat Hotel near Pencaitland, Edinburgh, Tranent, East Lothian. Open since April 2010, we have both the experience and the team to ensure first-class cat care.

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Just a short distance from Edinburgh, our cattery is situated in beautiful and peaceful rural East Lothian, otherwise known as “Edinburgh’s Garden”.

Our luxury boarding cattery is easily accessible from all areas within Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian – just 2 miles off the A1 and a short distance from the Edinburgh City Bypass.

Also very convenient for The Scottish Borders as we’re close to the A68 main Borders route.

Just a short distance from Edinburgh, our cattery is situated in beautiful and peaceful rural East Lothian, otherwise known as “Edinburgh’s Garden”.

Our luxury boarding cattery is easily accessible from all areas within Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian – just 2 miles off the A1 and a short distance from the Edinburgh City Bypass.

Also very convenient for The Scottish Borders as we’re close to the A68 main Borders route.

How to get here

• From Edinburgh & the West and Haddington & the East follow A1 ( City Bypass ) and exit at the Gladsmuir junction.

• Follow the B6363 to Pencaitland for approx. 1.5 miles then turn left on to single track road.

• Turn right and we are the first property on the right. (Keep an eye out for the Catseye Cattery signs)

Happy cats, happy owners

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I’ve recently used Catseye Cattery again for my Molly and Charlie when I went on holiday. As always first class care in superb surroundings with immaculate and super purpose built cattery. It’s outstanding and we are lucky to have it. Owners and the team are dedicated to providing their feline guests with the best care and experience. I highly recommend - they are in a class of their own. Think you from me, Molly and Charlie 😻😻🫶

Jill Scorer
May 19, 2025

Harri had a great first stay at Catseye Cattery. Staff were friendly, place was clean and took lots of details about Harri so I knew she would be well looked after. I will be booking again when next needed . Thanks

Heather Chavasse
April 26, 2025

Second visit for my Smudgykins to Catseye cattery, I was an anxious wreck (AGAIN)..staff were wonderful, sent me pics of my fur baby and assured me he was just fine. Smudge was the picture of smug health on collection, he allegedly did his flirting act and made the staff fall in love with him. Will definitely send him back for further stays.

Jillian Appleb
April 26, 2025
Great place! It is so clean! The care of my cat, Fred, is exemplary and despite her age, 17, she returns in great condition.

Jane Henry
March 26, 2025

Excellent care for my cat. Staff were courteous, friendly and dedicated to making sure my cat’s needs were met.

Craig Keiller
February 26, 2025

Catseye Cattery has been the perfect find, our kitty has stayed a few times now. She seems to enjoy the experience and we have booked her in again for our next holiday with the peace of mind that she will be well taken care for! Many thanks to Michael and the team!

Allyson Ferguson
February 26, 2025

Cattery FAQs

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Who owns Catseye Cattery?

The cattery is owned and run by husband and wife team, Michael and Helen Dickson. Open since April 2010, we now also have a team of 5 working with us to ensure first-class feline care at all times.

What is the building made from?

The main cattery facility is built from uPVC construction on a firm concrete base with tiled floor. There is a half uPVC panel and glass partition in each room. The safety glass “sneeze barriers” between each room ensures that no cat has direct contact with the neighbouring guest. The cattery building to solid, firm, weather-tight and secure – just like any other commercial facility – we have full planning permission and relevant building warrants.

The reception, cleaning room, kitchen and toilet is built and extended from the old barn which stood here – fully insulated and standard construction.

When Catseye Cattery is fully booked, do you recommend another cattery?

Not normally! Unfortunately, we are unable to recommend the quality of other catteries in the Edinburgh area. This is because we’re very focused on what we do at Catseye Cattery, and don’t have professional or personal experience of any alternative facilities.

Are you open every day of the week?

Unlike many of our competitors, we are open 6 days per week. Our opening hours are:

Mon-Fri 11am-5pm*
Sat 11am-1pm
Sun Closed

Cat arrivals, Mon-Fri 11am-5pm. Cat departures, Mon – Fri 11am-3pm. Cat Arrivals & Departures, Sat 11am-1pm

*Departing cats must be collected by 3pm

As we’re a small family business, please respect our opening hours. We can sometimes by mutual agreement operate outwith these hours for arrivals or departures. Please ask a member of the team at time of booking if that is required. An out of hours charge may be payable.

Do you let the cats out?

A Big fat NO! Our guests will never leave the room that they are staying in unless for any reason we have to move them to another. This is for obvious reasons – we don’t want our guests escaping or coming into direct contact with another cat.

How do they get out into the garden?

Another NO! Catseye Cattery is situated in the lovely East Lothian countryside. Our landscaped garden and grounds are peaceful and idyllic! Although the cats in our care never leave their rooms, they have lots of lovely views and fresh air. They can watch the birds, other wildlife and see all the grasses in the garden rustle in the wind!

 Do they have an outdoor run?

No, not really! The rooms have what we call “Semi-outdoor areas” with a fully heated indoor bedroom. The semi-outdoor area gets lots of fresh air and natural light – so outdoor cats feel like they’re outdoors and indoor cats love the simulation too!

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