WANTED: Boarding Cattery Business in Australia - Buyer Ready

QUALIFIED BUYER SEEKING BOARDING CATTERY BUSINESS IN AUSTRALIA

Our client, a compassionate and well-funded animal care investor, is actively seeking to acquire an established boarding cattery business in Australia.

With a background in pet care services, animal welfare compliance, and operational management, the buyer is focused on acquiring a cattery that offers a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for cats, along with consistent bookings and excellent customer trust.

The buyer is fully self-funded and ready to proceed immediately with qualified opportunities.

TARGETED BUSINESS TYPES:

✦ Boarding catteries catering to short-term, long-term, or holiday cat care

✦ Purpose-built facilities or catteries integrated with grooming, breeding, or veterinary services

✦ Businesses with a loyal client base, online booking systems, and positive community reputation

ACQUISITION CRITERIA:

BUSINESS SIZE:

✦ Annual turnover between $200K and $1.5M

✦ Preference for 20+ cat capacity with peak occupancy during school holidays and summer

✦ Standalone operations or those co-located with acreage or residential premises considered

LOCATION PREFERENCES:

✦ Metro fringe or regional areas near Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, or Adelaide

✦ Properties zoned for animal boarding with room for future expansion or diversification

✦ Quiet, accessible settings with secure fencing and suitable zoning for continued operation

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

✦ Compliant with local council animal boarding regulations and biosecurity guidelines

✦ Clean, well-maintained housing (indoor or outdoor runs) with heating/cooling and isolation pens

✦ Documented cleaning procedures, feeding schedules, and client intake protocols

✦ Positive reviews, high rebooking rates, and strong customer relationships

FINANCIAL PARAMETERS:

✦ EBIT between $80K and $600K

✦ Verifiable financial records including booking history, occupancy rates, and staff costs

✦ Clear documentation of asset ownership, council permits, and property details (if freehold)

BUYER PROFILE:

✦ Experienced in animal services, property-based operations, and customer-focused care

✦ Fully self-funded with operational support in customer service, compliance, and marketing

✦ Committed to staff retention, facility enhancement, and continued high standards of feline care

✦ Interested in potential to expand offerings into grooming, retail, or cat daycare services

TRANSACTION APPROACH:

✦ Open to freehold going concern or leasehold business purchase

✦ Confidential and efficient due diligence with minimal disruption to bookings and care routines

✦ Flexible vendor handover and training support welcomed

✦ Focused on a smooth transition for animals, clients, and team members

VENDOR BENEFITS:

✦ Work with a buyer who respects animal welfare, customer trust, and local reputation

✦ Receive a fair valuation based on facilities, goodwill, and operational performance

✦ Seamless transition with continuity in service, staff, and animal care procedures

✦ Opportunity to remain involved in a limited, consultative, or relief capacity if desired

CONNECT WITH THIS BUYER:

If you own or represent a boarding cattery business that fits this profile, we welcome your confidential enquiry.

Our client is actively reviewing cattery acquisition opportunities across Australia and ready to proceed with serious vendors.

Please include a summary of your facilities, capacity, services, financial performance, staff structure, and reason for sale. A team member will follow up promptly.

This is your opportunity to transition your cattery to a caring, experienced buyer who values animal comfort, client relationships, and sustainable growth. Enquire today.