Screened in porch for cats

Pre-catification Post catification Pre-catification You do not need to do much to make it more appealing for your cats. A perch for bird and squirrel viewing, a pole to scratch, height for added security and comfort equals a happy cat! Pre-catification Post catification Another blank slate in need of catification. This was a multi-cat household […]

Minkey and Fozzy take their perches to enjoy the view at sunset. While renovating our 1920s vintage bungalow we wanted a special place for the cats so we added

Here’s something to add to the list of awesome things you can build for your cat: a catio. It’s a portmanteau of cat + patio, and it’s an enclosed outdoor space that lets your cat enjoy the great outdoors, without the attendant risks. If you’ve got the DIY itch, here a few inspiring projects to get you started. Your neighbors may look askance at your new outdoor room, but your cats will be happy, and that’s what matters.

Avoiding these 8 common catio-building mistakes starts with a solid foundation and a tried-and-true DIY supply checklist.

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A catio a patio for cats that is closed with special fencing so that your cat will be safely kept inside. Check out these DIY catio plans + design ideas!

A Kitty Rail for the Porch

Some cats love the outdoors, but others are scared of it. If your cat is scared of the outdoors, then a catio will help him live life to the fullest.

Here’s something to add to the list of awesome things you can build for your cat: a catio. It’s a portmanteau of cat + patio, and it’s an enclosed outdoor space that lets your cat enjoy the great outdoors, without the attendant risks. If you’ve got the DIY itch, here a few inspiring projects to get you started. Your neighbors may look askance at your new outdoor room, but your cats will be happy, and that’s what matters.