Dorwell is a purpose built, family run cattery. Situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park we are easily accessible, being only 200 yards from the main A38 at Wrangaton.
Licenced, insured and vet recommended, we offer a wide choice of accommodation and a high level of care. We can facilitate special diets and medication when provided.
Cats are covered by emergency insurance for the duration of their stay (not including pre-existing conditions)
All cats must have a current vaccination certificate and this must be shown on or prior to arrival. This must include:
Male cats over age of 8 months that have not been neutered cannot be boarded.
Minimum charge of £30 in the form of a non-refundable booking fee,
with the balance due on arrival.
Minimum charge of £30 in the form of a non-refundable booking fee,
with the balance due on arrival.
For more than 2 cats, please contact us
for the best placing and pricing
For more than 2 cats, please contact us
for the best placing and pricing
For 3 or 4 Cats, 2 Deluxe side by side units are available to turn into a ‘Family Pen’
3 Cats – Deluxe Units (2 linked) – £40
4 Cats – Deluxe Units (2 linked) – £50
Any more than 4 cats please get in touch to discuss requirements.
We have a minimum stay policy of 5 days over the Christmas period, with no drop offs or collections on the 24th, 25th and 26th December.
For stays over 30 days we offer a £5 discount per entire week of stay, per cat.
For stays over 30 days we need to gain additional insurance, with a charge of £11.20 per cat (which lasts another 31 days).
A collection and delivery service is available , please just ask when booking.
NB: Unit booked is NOT guaranteed – we will move bookings around to suit the needs of the business, whilst considering individual cat’s needs and nature.
• More than 14 days notice – full refund less booking fee
• 7-14 days notice – 50% to pay, inc booking fee
• Less than 7 days notice – 100% to pay, inc booking fee
• No refund for early return unless appropriate notice given
• Minor changes (a day or two added or deducted) free
• Major changes will be treated as cancellation and re-booking and the booking fee and cancellation charges will apply.
“First time using Dorwell. Very impressed. No hesitation in recommending this cattery to all caring cat lovers. Knowing your cat will be well cared for in a clean, friendly environment.”
“Clean, friendly and efficient. My cat comes back relaxed and well.”
“The owners and staff at Dorwell are always friendly and very helpful – and obviously love cats. My cats are always happy and relaxed when I collect them. I would highly recommend Dorwell Cattery.”
“I’ve used Dorwell for many years and they’re always reliable and take great care of the various cats we’ve had over the years.”
“I have used Dorwell regularly for a number of years now. Nothing is too much trouble and the care is second to none. New cat this year and just had his first visit. He is a big fan too. I always know that my cat will be safe, warm and spoiled rotten which is so reassuring. Thank you!”
Dorwell cattery is situated off the A38 between Ivybridge and South Brent.
We are currently open every morning from 8:30am – 11:30am and afternoons from 2:30pm – 4pm on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. We are currently closed in the afternoons and on a Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Appointments outside of these hours will be at our discretion, please ask if you need assistance.
We will be open every morning from 8:30am – 11:30am and afternoons on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 2:30pm – 4pm. Same as with our other hours, we will accept appointments for drop off and collection outside of these hours by appointment only.
We will not be open for drop off and collection on the 24th, 25th and 26th December.