Cat condos with
scenic outdoor views.
Comfortable cat condos in a quiet area separate from the dog runs. Climate-controlled year-round, with daily care from a small staff who learn your cat's routine. $25 a day, every day of the year.
Cat boarding rate.
Same flat rate every day of the year. No surprise fees.
Cat Boarding
Comfortable condos with scenic outdoor views, kept separate from the dog area. Bedding, food, and basic supplies provided, or bring your own.
How billing works
Boarding is billed per day, starting the day your cat arrives. Check-out is by 9:00 AM. If you pick up before 9:00 AM on your departure day, that day isn't charged. Pick up after 9:00 AM and the departure day counts as an additional day.
Boarding a dog too? See our dog boarding rates (from $46/day).
Boarding designed around how cats actually behave.
Separate from the dog area
Cats stay in their own quiet area, away from the dog runs. Less noise, less activity, and no stress from being around unfamiliar dogs. The kind of environment cats actually need to settle in.
Comfortable condos with outdoor views
Each cat condo has scenic outdoor views, climate-controlled comfort year-round, and enough space to move, stretch, and watch the world go by. Bring familiar bedding or toys if your cat has favorites.
Small staff who learn your cat's routine
The same few people care for your cat every day of their stay. They learn what your cat likes, when they want to eat, and when they want to be left alone. No rotating staff, no surprises.
Up on the hill since the 1950s
Hillcrest has cared for Nashville's pets from 3541 Dickerson Pike for more than seven decades. That kind of institutional knowledge, applied to a quieter cat-only area, is hard to find anywhere else.
Trusted by Nashville families.
Great folks who worked with us when we evacuated for a hurricane. Small, but our 3 cats seemed happy.
These folks genuinely care for the cats and dogs they care for. They have been in business 50 years at this location. They treat their employees like family and are just all around great people running a great facility.
A great place to take your dog or cat. The staff is very friendly and work very hard to take good care of your pet. I highly recommend Hillcrest Kennel and Grooming.
What boarding looks like for cats.
Drop-off is quick. Cats are settled into their condos right away, in the front area of the kennel, well away from the dog runs. The same staff who greeted you at drop-off will be the ones caring for your cat all stay long.
Each condo has scenic outdoor views and stays at a comfortable temperature year-round. We provide food, bedding, and basic supplies, or you can bring your own if your cat has dietary preferences or a sensitive stomach. Mention any medications or routine quirks when you reserve and we'll factor them in.
The most important part of cat boarding is what we don't do: no over-handling, no constant exposure to dogs, no high-traffic environment. Just a quiet, climate-controlled space your cat can settle into.
Before your cat's stay.
Required
Altered and unaltered cats are both welcome. Females may not board while in heat, and intact males board for an additional $10 per day. Current FVCRP and Rabies vaccinations. Negative FIV/FeLV test on file.
Please note
Outside bedding and dishes are not needed; we provide them on-site. Mention any medications or dietary needs when you reserve.
Hours & Location
| Tuesday & Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Mon, Wed, Thu | 7–9 AM & 4–5 PM |
| Sunday & Holidays | 7–8 AM & 3–4 PM |
Holiday & vacation cat boarding.
Cat condos fill quickly during holiday periods. Reserve early for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Spring Break, and summer travel. Hillcrest is open seven days a week, including holidays.
Common questions.
What vaccinations are required for cat boarding?
Cats need current FVCRP, Rabies, and a negative FIV/FeLV test.
Do you accept unaltered (unspayed or unneutered) cats?
Yes. Altered and unaltered cats are both welcome. For everyone's safety, females may not board while in heat, and intact males board for an additional $10 per day.
How much does cat boarding cost at Hillcrest?
Cat boarding is $25 per day. No hidden fees.
How does boarding billing work?
We bill per day, including the day your cat arrives. Check-out is by 9:00 AM — pick up before 9:00 AM on your departure day and that day isn't charged; after 9:00 AM, it counts as an additional day.
Where do cats stay during boarding?
Cats stay in comfortable condos with scenic outdoor views, kept separate from the dog area for a quieter environment.
Do I need to bring food for my cat?
We provide food, bedding, and basic supplies. You're welcome to bring your own food if your cat has dietary preferences or a sensitive stomach.
What are your hours for drop-off and pick-up?
Full hours Tuesday, Friday (7am–5pm) and Saturday (7am–4pm). Limited drop-off/pick-up windows on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday (7–9am, 4–5pm) and Sunday/Holidays (7–8am, 3–4pm).
Do you offer holiday cat boarding?
Yes. We're open seven days a week including holidays. Holiday periods fill quickly, so call early to reserve your cat's spot.
Do you also board dogs?
Yes. Hillcrest has been a dog boarding kennel since the 1950s. See our dog boarding page for rates and details.
Book your cat's stay at Hillcrest.
Call now to reserve. Holiday spots fill fast.
(615) 865-4413