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Cat Boarding & Cattery Services – Comfort for Every Feline
Explore Rooms & Book →Our fully indoor, air-conditioned cattery in Dalwood provides a calm and comfortable space for cats to relax, play and feel at home. Just a stone’s throw from Alstonville and a short drive from Ballina and Lennox Head, Avonlee Lodge Pet Resort ensures your cat enjoys gentle care, daily enrichment and a stress-free stay.
Cats are exercised in the homely comfort of the indoor run, with plenty of room to roam, scratching posts to climb, and cosy spots to curl up. We provide premium-quality dry food, with wet food available at an additional cost, and each room is cleaned daily with fresh litter, food and water provided to keep every guest happy and healthy.
Benefits of Cat Boarding with Avonlee Lodge Pet Resort
Climate Comfort
Fully indoor, air-conditioned environment.
Gentle Playtime
Daily opportunities for exercise and enrichment.
Quiet Nooks
Peaceful hideaways for cats that love their own space.
Clean & Hygienic
Fresh, well-kept spaces designed just for cats.
Feline-Focused Care
Carers experienced in handling and settling cats.
Stress-Free Boarding
A calm environment that feels like home.
Why Choose Avonlee Lodge Pet Resort?
Trusted Experience
With over 20 years of caring for pets in Dalwood, we’ve built a reputation for warmth, safety and quality care.
Experienced & Loving Team
Our staff are true animal lovers with the skills to make pets feel safe, happy and settled.
Unique Country Setting
Nestled on 40 acres of macadamia farmland, our lodge provides a peaceful, natural backdrop for your pet’s stay.
Tailored Care
Every pet is unique, so we adapt play, rest and enrichment to suit their personality and needs.
Convenient Location
Within easy reach of Byron Bay, Ballina Airport and Lismore, making drop-offs and pick-ups simple for families across the Northern Rivers.
Peace of Mind
Owners can relax knowing their pets are safe, happy and cared for as if they were our own.
Cattery FAQ's
All cats must have a current F3 vaccination administered at least 14 days before boarding. Kittens must be fully vaccinated and at least 18 weeks old before their stay.
Yes, you’re welcome to bring familiar items to help your cat feel comfortable. Please limit belongings to a small bag and label all items clearly.
Cats enjoy time in our spacious play area, where they can roam, climb, and scratch. Each guest is given individual playtime daily, with plenty of enrichment and attention.
Cats from the same family are welcome to board together if suitable. However, for safety, each cat must arrive in its own individual carrier.
Yes. All cats must be up to date with flea and worming treatments before boarding. If parasites are detected, treatment will be provided, and costs will be added to your account.