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In a photo taken Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015, Shannon Muller visits her Russian blue cat, Boris, at his enclosure with small beds, video and a clock, for pampering cats at Morris Animal Inn in Morristown, N.J.Mel Evans/The Associated Press

When Boris and Anastasia vacation, they prefer to stay in a deluxe three-story suite, dine on lobster consomme and spend their time on an iPad.

The Russian blue cats spend a few days to a couple of weeks at Morris Animal Inn in Morristown, N.J., when their owners go out of town. And it's pretty clear to owner Shannon Muller that her cats get more indulgences at the hotel than at home.

When Boris and Anastasia get to the resort, "they barely look back at us," she said.

These days, felines are getting the same out-of-town treatment as dogs. The luxury and the costs vary widely at kitty resorts, but all cater to cats that are no longer left at home without care.

Morris Animal Inn started boarding cats in the 1980s with a basic enclosure, litter and food. It expanded its services because pet parents are demanding specialized services, said Joann Morris, vice-president and co-owner.

The most popular package is the Purr-fect option, which includes lots of personal attention, five-star fare and even a running wheel. Cats also get plenty of time to play, climb ropes, create art on iPads, listen to classical music and snack on catnip.

The Pawington in San Francisco is a 23,000-square-foot dog and cat daycare and boarding centre. Suites, priced at $45 (U.S.) to $65, include separate ventilation systems and hideaway dens for peaceful rest.

At Whiskers Luxury Cat Boarding in Georgetown, Tex., every suite has a seven-foot tree topped with a kitty skybox. The owners even promise a family of finches for cats to watch. Suites range from $25 to $80 a night.

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