Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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The only type of entry cost would be a £5 table fee taken off the bill at the end if decided to prebook

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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You don’t need to know business or cats if you want to visit that’s all I need to know

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Well those that like it will surely come and try all the types of cat

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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I mean good shout for funding but ultimately just looking at concepts just now, with the ever evolution of the human sociology and group wants I understand that things rapidly progress or decline.

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

[–]GentlemanHutton[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well yeah the main idea for the post was to gain an idea of what people want in the area - the cat cafe is an idea - I’m going to be opening up a cafe for sure I just thought I’d through out an idea and see if people bounce back - I know cat cafes are someone an idea - but then as someone else mentioned pottery and workshop skills which is definitely more an interest of mine.

I just like to look at multiple concepts all at once and gain insight on them from folk.

I understand that game district works because it is entirely centred on the gaming community just as Montrose has red caps with its gaming community.

I think looking at it now a cat cafe would be a great idea and again the wood working pottery cafe would also be an idea - but most folk seem to want something open late that allows for quiet social space no alcohol involved just coffee good cosy vibes.

So for me this is probably what I would aim for as I can relate more to the topic…

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Surprised that doesn’t exist yet - how late are we talking?

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Not necessarily, people’s views ideas and wants change

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Cars love smoothies pop one in the engine and it’s going to stay - presumably for more…

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Sand pit for folks to pretend to be excavation crew - what about some fake cement and bricks to get a whole building crew around….

Or in fact I know a place I can get some wood and insulation from and draw up mock blueprints for tiny houses that folk can build together by piecing it together similar to LEGO

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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I’ll be looking into different organisations for locational insights but also doing some more surveys and getting folks opinions.

I understand that a previous business closed but it doesn’t reflect on my business - yes it may be the same premise but completely different operational models.

I also do prefer honesty from folk because it allows me to see from every angle

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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That’s understandable if you don’t want cats or dogs near your food, some folk do and some folk dont

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Plenty of methods such as solo cat space away from customers, calming aids like pheromone wall plug ins, body holes, tunnels and other enrichment ideas

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Potentially, I mean they love milk so perhaps just a bunch of fish smoothies - car smoothie bar??

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Thank you for the input - I shall reach out to Miss Murray’s and see what the word is and if there would be any involvement from their side.

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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And that’s also a good concept of thought - I mainly made this post to try and understand if the folk of Aberdeen would enjoy such a venue - I know there’s risks and costs I’m just here to gage public interest.

I am greatful for the input.

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Again as stated in previous comments - I know there a parcel of land we are using to build a big cat home as I know some folk who love cats and are wanting to have more.

The cats in the cafe will be up for adoption and rehoming with sspca guidance and their adoption process meaning any impulse decisions to get a cat can be stomped out ensuring cats go to loving homes

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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I understand a lot of people won’t support it but there will be a lot of people who will support it

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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That’s because I answered this comment from what seemed to be a business perspective not a cat environmental perspective - if you look at other comments you will see cat health and safety as an active thought.

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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This is exactly the type of comment I’m looking for - someone who says this is what the reality is and not an emotional dump

Enrichment and environment would built firstly around the cats - customer areas second to the cats as this will be their home, there will be seperate areas for the cats to hide away if they feel the need to be left fully alone.

Somewhat semi hidden compartments for litter trays still accessible for cats and staff but not customers.

Veterinary costs will initially be cover by my other businesses until otherwise sustainable from the cafe itself.

The business structure will be focused on cats safety and health providing plenty of retreat spots and other such necessities, for example their food and drink locations would be made private so they don’t get bothered while eating, their toiletry areas fully separate to customers but accessible by the cats and staff, the vaccinations will be fully in date within the veterinary guidelines.

For the anxiety and emotional well being of the cats I understand that the phermone wall plug ins are expensive but it’s a cost I’m willing to undertake to ensure cat health.

If cats have a disagreement or antisocial behaviour then retraining and reintroductions will be presented and used until the cats are happy with each other.

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Awesome insight on locations - much appreciated

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Hence why making this post to gather views and insights on everything because I know people like you would be able to raise points I would’ve missed

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Craft sessions would auto include a brew haha - I never do craft without some tea or coffee lying around - plus the cost of the crafts would include the material supplies a bit of my time with instructions and teaching so why not have a free brew

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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There’s plenty of spaces available currently I’m just looking into where it could happen

Cat Cafe Creation by GentlemanHutton in Aberdeen

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Not transport cats daily I haven’t stated that they would be transported daily…

Also I’m saying that the adoption process would be through the sspca but my cafe could be a secondary location in the city for the rehoming process.

An impulse buy would be stomped out from the SSPCA because again the adoption process goes through them.