Your cat's packing list

• Your cat's vaccination card

  We ask for a vaccination certificate (rabies and the core FVRCP shot, given at least 14 days before the stay) at drop-off.

  iWhat does “Vaccination card” mean?

  The little booklet or paper your vet signs and stamps after every injection. A clear photo of it on your phone is fine.

  iWhat does “Rabies vaccine” mean?

  The injection that protects against rabies. In India every cat should have it — and we ask for it before any stay.

  iWhat does “FVRCP / Tricat” mean?

  One injection that protects against three common cat illnesses: two kinds of “cat flu” and a dangerous tummy virus (panleukopenia). In India it is often sold as “Tricat”. Your vet writes it in the card as FVRCP, Tricat or “core vaccine”.

  iWhat does “14 days before” mean?

  A vaccine needs about two weeks to start protecting, so the last injection should be at least 14 days before the stay.

• Neutered or spayed? Tell us

  Neutered / spayed cats are preferred. Intact cats are accepted case by case — tell us in the form.

  iWhat does “Neutered / spayed” mean?

  A small operation by a vet so the cat can't have kittens — “neutered” for boys, “spayed” for girls. These cats are usually calmer around other cats.

  iWhat does “Intact” mean?

  Not neutered or spayed yet. That's okay — just tell us, so we can plan the right room.

• The date of the last deworming

  Just the date is enough — it's in the vaccination card or on the medicine strip.

  iWhat does “Deworming” mean?

  Worm medicine — a tablet, a paste or a few drops on the neck — that clears worms living inside the tummy. Your vet tells you how often; many cats get it every few months.

• A tick and flea check — with cat products only

  Look through your cat's fur, behind the ears and around the neck. Never put a dog product on a cat: permethrin, in many dog flea medicines, can kill cats. Our medicines guide: vet.billubnb.in/medicines

  iWhat does “Ticks and fleas” mean?

  Tiny insects that live in fur and bite. Fleas are like small brown sesame seeds that jump; ticks look like grey or brown beads stuck to the skin.

  iWhat does “Spot-on” mean?

  A small tube of medicine you squeeze onto the back of the neck. Only use one that says “for cats”.

  iWhat does “Permethrin” mean?

  An ingredient in many DOG flea and tick products. It is poisonous to cats, even a few drops.

• Your cat's usual food

  Enough for the stay plus one spare day, wet and dry — cats often skip food on day one.

• Medicines, with timings written down

  We give them exactly as your vet says — write the name, how much and what time, and tell us in the booking form.

• Something that smells like home

  A blanket, an old T-shirt or a favourite toy helps your cat settle on day one.

• A sturdy carrier

  Or ask us about our pet taxi for a calm ride.

  iWhat does “Carrier” mean?

  A small travel box or bag with a door, that the cat sits in for the journey. A hard one that opens from the top is easiest; a cat should never travel loose in a car or in your arms on a scooter.

• Litter? Only if your cat is picky

  Litter is on us. If your cat only uses one kind, bring a small bag so the toilet smells familiar.

  iWhat does “Litter” mean?

  The sand-like stuff in a cat's toilet tray (the “litter box”). There are many kinds — clay that clumps, crystals, tofu, pine — and some cats only like one.

• Your vet's number and an emergency contact

  We hope never to need them — but we always have them.

All packed — your cat is ready for the holiday. See you soon! 🐾

Health words here are general — your vet knows your cat best. Not sure about something on the list? Just ask us on WhatsApp; we're happy to help before the stay.