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I entered the world of animal rescue at a young age. I’ve been a cat fanatic for as long as I can remember, and I’ve always felt a natural connection with them. At 17, I began volunteering and working at a local rescue while attending college. I learned about responsible adoptions, veterinary care, the importance of intake, and the heartbreaking and rewarding realities of rescue. At 20, I became an animal protection investigator and emergency responder. The experiences I enco

If your cat has never boarded before—or if the only place they’ve ever travelled to is the vet—this article is for you! 🐱 A little preparation ahead of time can make travelling and boarding much easier for both you and your cat. The goal is to help your kitty feel comfortable with their carrier and understand that it’s a safe, familiar place. Start with the carrier One of the best things you can do is get your cat comfortable with their carrier well before their boarding sta

At Meowtel Inn Cat Boarding Hotel, we impose a 3-5 night minimum stay for most cases. We will consider less than 3 nights when there are exceptional circumstances. Why do we do this? Cats are creatures of habit. Unlike dogs, cats view any change as a threat to safety as they have lost their scent marks and routine. They are sensitive. Each new smell and noise is a process they need to assess and many are distressing. Especially barking dogs, children, loud talkers. Cats are m

The economic crisis, natural disasters and cat overpopulation problem in Manitoba has generated a lot of calls for help. For those being evacuated from communities, here is a link to resources available to you and your pets through the Winnipeg Humane Society and Red Cross: 2025 Wildfire Response | Winnipeg Humane Society You may also want to contact Manitoba Animal Alliance for assistance as they work with remote communities often. In-home pet sitting: Most cat hotels or boa

If you've ever had your cat wake you up at 6AM on a weekend, you know what I'm going to talk about. Cats are creatures of habit and...

Choosing a pet sitter or boarding facility can be nerve wracking. We hope friends or family can help out but often we don't have that option so we turn to hiring someone. Our pets are our most cherished 'possessions' of course! The cat facilities in Winnipeg are all very different but listed below are some things you should be looking for and asking about before leaving your cat in their care. Meowtel Inn will always recommend in-home sitting over boarding for 3 nights or le