DIY Cat Enclosure - TIPS for Success! - Start here 😻

[@rosehill1595]

I'm glad to see someone paid attention to what cats like/need - a place to hide, a spot for privacy, real grass and dirt alongside smooth walks - no scorching hot concrete - instead lots of wood, trees, plants incl catnip - room to roam and play and hang out. It shouldn't be solely a tribute to someone's impressive carpentry skills or colorful creativity - nothing wrong with either, in fact that's what makes it a unique fun project for both the kitty and the human. It should be all about the kitties - that could include rainbow crystals they can chase in the sunshine and cool carpentry cut outs for their hidey holes or clever macrame swings or beautifully designed lounge areas with no gravel to poke their feet.

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, we agree, and strive to keep those things in mind!

[@AlicePearlJam]

Fantastic space for your lovely kitties. I’m still dreaming of having a dedicated area for our cats. Thank you for sharing and inspiring. 😺

[@OurCatioHome]

We have our fingers crossed for your Alice & Pearl Jam having their own Catio someday, soon.

[@GoodThingsEtc]

thank you! I have to think out of the box as i live in an apartment with a small sq patio which i will create something!

[@Alvicatchannel]

If I was a cat, I would love to live in that catio!

[@OurCatioHome]

Hehe, we appreciate your kind words and visit.

[@tinyteddykittens]

Отличная прогулка для красивых котиков, супер !)

[@AmBr0313]

I love yalls commentary, and the attention you pay to your kitties and their preferences! My husband and I are moving in to our first home from a studio apartment and the main thing I’m excited about is all we can do for our cat! Thanks for the advice😊

[@OurCatioHome]

That is awesome! We hope that you will keep in touch too.

[@LivingwithRagdolls]

I love the idea of having different surfaces for your cats to walk on so that they get that sensory feedback. The perches are great too for that high-up element that cats love. Like 41 :)

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you so much!

[@rumpelstielzchen963]

The best catio I found at youtube❣❣❣ For cats, not for human needs❣🥰👏

[@OurCatioHome]

Awww, your words have made us so happy.

[@davidriley1737]

When adding plants in or around catio , check that they aren't toxic to cats.❤

[@OurCatioHome]

Excellent point David!

[@JefPersonalVideos]

Beautiful and wide catio and those lovely cats thanks for sharing

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you so much for the visit Jef!

[@8924-r7b]

We can tell you really love and appreciate cats 🙂

[@OurCatioHome]

Yes, guilty as charged. 🤗

[@lindajanes5698]

Love this catio!!! Roomy and sensible for cats'needs too. Looks like there's a tree inside the catio? If so, that's the best feature, cuz they can climb and sit up high in it's branches!!! Brilliant!!! Those kitties must love you big time!! Thank you for sharing your video tips❤😻

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you Linda for the kind words and visit. Yup, it's a tree. We love the cat too.

[@civilpse5458]

For additional safety from outside dogs and cats, other animals, I would suggest an additional barricade around the existing. The weld mesh should be having smaller aperture.

[@OurCatioHome]

We appreciate your comment and visit today.

[@FabiolaRVela]

Wow this is the coolest catnip I’ve ever seen! These kitties are living their best lives 😎. I hope to be able to give my kitties something like this (or close) one day.

[@OurCatioHome]

We will keep our fingers and paws crossed for you in the meantime.

[@larsonfamilyhouse]

This is easily the best one I’ve ever seen! Exactly what I had in mind for my yard. PS next time you do the roof,the screws with the done on top actually go on the top convex part rather than the bottom concave part. It seems weird since you have to use longer screws but thay way water doesn’t collect and go through the hole and rust the screw or leak through. Not too much of a problem with this design since you have grass and whatnot, especially if it doesn’t rain much there. Anyway, this is absolutely wonderful!!

[@OurCatioHome]

We thank you for the visit sooo much Larson Family! Also appreciate the advise about the wood screws 😻 Please let us know how your catio turns out.

[@baddnurse5443]

This is beautiful, artistic with many natural elements, it blends beautifully with the landscape, reminds me of a Secret Garden ❤ 🐈

[@OurCatioHome]

Awe, I see you are a student of detail too.! Thank you so much 😀

[@Cuddlingcats]

Very interesting!! You have wonderful tips to share. I enjoyed the music also. Thank you!

[@OurCatioHome]

We are glad this was helpful and liked the music choices too. Cheers friends!

[@MegaLivingIt]

Thank you guys so much! I had the same idea for roofing, etc. I am like 80 but think I should do this. Except no ladder climbing for me, so will build mine about 5 feet high!😀 I am keeping your video for when I use my power drill again!😺

[@OurCatioHome]

Awe MegaLiving, you are adorable. I want to be like you when I am 80 too. Let us know how your catio turns out. You may also want to see "Ultimate catio how it was made 10 mims in 5 days too.

[@shawnaford5540]

Such a great description of ideal catio design, and the cats are looking so content. Saved this for reference.

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you, Shawna, for the comments today!

[@samotriescatstuff]

Well done!👍😻 this outdoor cat patio looks so stylish, clean and nice! I love the matching stones, pathway with the grass it gives a really good feel🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@OurCatioHome]

We thank you ever so much! The stones were stenciled, and I made a video on this too.

[@lisadieter-burns]

Great tips! All equally important! I love finding ways to get the kitties to play and exercise. My favorite. 🐈

[@OurCatioHome]

Hey Lisa, thank you for the visit, and glad that you enjoyed the exercise part too.

[@californianorma876]

This has got to be the best cat video!! I really appreciate your explanations of the different features. How you did it is not so important as why. That's so helpful! I love your designs, and clearly the cats do too. 😻😻😻

[@OurCatioHome]

Wow, thank you soooo very much!

[@RockerRoxy]

You have really thought of everything 😀😀😀😀😀 your babies are the luckiest kitties ever 😻😻😻😻😻 that kitty palace is to die for ❤❤❤❤❤

[@OurCatioHome]

Awww, you have made us so happy! Your Roxy is very lucky too.

[@RockerRoxy]

@@OurCatioHome 🤗😘🤗😘🤗

[@4kCats]

I was pleased to see these amazing ideas and execution. I think that many of them will be an inspiration for me and other cat lovers. Thank you. 🥰😻💕

[@OurCatioHome]

Awww, we are very happy to read your comments today!!!

[@songsbytara9692]

Awesome info! Love it! Meow

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kotovivi-channel]

Great work🎉🎉🎉 Cute cats😊❤ Thank you for sharing meow friend😸💕🇯🇵🔔

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you very much!

[@moonmagnolia7]

Very cool!

[@OurCatioHome]

Thanks!

[@philliph.6246]

Useful content.

[@Marlfox37]

My bengal would look at me, walk over to that door on two legs only, unlock it, and walk out without a look back. With a swagger.

[@OurCatioHome]

Oh my, your bengal sounds super smart 😻

[@liuqin]

Like 155 👍💕 💕 Have a nice day. 🐾 🐾

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you! You too!

[@arpgdad]

Such a relaxing and informative video. Thanks!

[@OurCatioHome]

We are so glad for your visit and kind words too.

[@judestewart3955]

Great video and very helpful, thank you for sharing these great tips.

[@OurCatioHome]

Thanks for watching!

[@JenniferMoralesFelineFilms]

these are wonderful tips for making a perfect catio. you have thought of everything! the exercise options are awesome 💗💗💗💗

[@OurCatioHome]

We appreciate your kind words and visit.

[@aceofdobs27]

I wish I were a cat, this is awesome

[@OurCatioHome]

Awww, you are welcome to visit anytime, cat or not.

[@shirleyandrews1152]

I love your artsie decor😻

[@OurCatioHome]

You have made our day Shirley!

[@Denise-ro8jx]

Awesome job

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you! Denise, Cheers!

[@annefrazier5369]

We are planning to build a catio and would like the cats to enter it from a bedroom window, but haven't figured out how they should go through the window into the catio. Any ideas? Do I need a cat door installed into the window? Also, do you sell your catio plans? You all did an amazing job on your catios. The best I've seen. Thank you!

[@OurCatioHome]

Hi Anne, we are happy to share our ideas for free. Look at our Ultimate Catio video for more ideas kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4mXaKWXgp1lZ6M . Yes, cat door with window access. Please let us know how your catio turns out, ok?

[@annefrazier5369]

Thank you for your quick reply! Do you know of a good company for the cat doors? Thank you!

[@OurCatioHome]

I really don't know, but maybe any carpenter can do it.

[@rarajj655]

I look forward to your videos and seeing your beautiful fur babies. I just rescued 2 from Costa Rica. And now really need to enlarge my catio. Could you share how you enclosed a tree for your catios? I have a tree in mind for mine, but I am not sure how to accomplish this task. Also, did you do any barrier proofing digging down? We have snakes here (FL), so I want to create a safe extension. Thank you so much for sharing! I think it's absolutely wonderful what you and your husband do for the kitties!!

[@OurCatioHome]

We thank you for caring and taking in the rescues. Check our video regarding roofing, there we take about wired tree. We did not dig down but have secured the wire to the ground with 6" landscape staples. Also, we added metal gutter guards for extra protection. Check out on other channels how to avoid snakes in your habitat. We hope that this helps you.

[@rarajj655]

@@OurCatioHome thank you so much! 🙏 I will check out the video! You have done so much incredible work to your catios, I'm honestly shocked it's not a KZbin sensation!

[@OurCatioHome]

Ooooo, blushing.

[@MsLouisVee]

Bless your hearts❤🥰🥰🥰

[@LauraRodriguez-Peace]

Thank you! 🐱

[@OurCatioHome]

Our pleasure!

[@comaradelee]

watching in the Philippines

[@OurCatioHome]

Big welcome to our friends in the Philippines!

[@elizabethtrihub8047]

Awesome ❤

[@OurCatioHome]

Thanks 🤗

[@NataCats]

Hallo, mir hat dein Video sehr gefallen 👍Your Kitties und wovon sprichst du wirklich 😊 Es ist sehr interessant.

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you for the kind words today Nata & Cats

[@rumpelstielzchen963]

wonderful❣🎉

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@FlerkenCats]

I dream of making something like this for my cats! Good thing is that I have your amazing videos to use for instructions and ideas! 😊👍❤❤

[@OurCatioHome]

I know that your catio will be amazing too!

[@michelehell1362]

Where do they potty? I may have missed that part doing other stuff while watching…

[@OurCatioHome]

Hey multitasker. In the covered catio, the is a litter box. We elaborate more in part 2. Hope you can see it 😊

[@rumpelstielzchen963]

My cats love *sand!*

[@OurCatioHome]

We appreciate you sharing. Good to know.

[@GoodThingsEtc]

Wish I had a big catio for my baby!

[@OurCatioHome]

Hello Good Things Etc; we wish a Catio for your cat also!

[@lastshovel5287]

Snowshoes! Yah!!!!

[@windydc]

I love to watch these videos. I don't even have a cat. 😅

[@OurCatioHome]

Thank you Wendy, you made me chuckle out loud...

[@kevinmunoz2725]

Is there any chance or risk of bugs getting into the catio and causing any problems or damage to the cats

[@OurCatioHome]

Hello Kevin, Yep we have insects too seems like the worse are wasps, but we spray the nest when found. It's been 6 years and the cats are ok.

[@judymckinney7984]

I love this Catio. It is amazing. I have 4 indoor only that I would love to get outside. Do you get snow.

[@OurCatioHome]

Hi Judy, we will keep our fingers crossed for your 4 sweeties in the meantime. Yes we can get snow too.

[@akfishguy]

what was that piping stuff, you had cut in half and then had a piece hanging? thanks for all the ideas, love the videos

[@OurCatioHome]

Yes, large diameter pipe works well outdoors. We will have a vid coming out using that product very soon. Thanks for the visit and question.

[@Tom-j2m9j]

Great videos. I notice Grayson eating on a plant in the Catio. Would you share what that is? As we complete our first Catio I would like the add some safe foliage. I am always concerned when we see one of babies eating on a plant. Thanks for all the hard work with the videos.

[@OurCatioHome]

We appreciate the question. We have several native plants for the cat plus Cat nip. Just be sure to read the label before planting. Coming soon we will make a vid with catio tips and include plants to avoid. Going to look on your home page for your catio.

[@aleaboon]

This is pretty ideal for what I'd like to build for my cat. I live on a highway and my cat Tango was hit by a car on Saturday and we had to bury her. It was devastating. I have one cat left, he's a kitten and I want to build a nice big enclosure for him so he can be outside and safely get exercise and enjoy nature.

[@OurCatioHome]

We are truly sorry to hear about your loss. We also lost the cat in that manner. We have lots of videos to help you along your catio build. An update would be nice.

[@aleaboon]

@@OurCatioHome Aww! Thank you for the reply! Sorry for your loss as well. I have been thinking about how we could build it and we are definitely on a budget but we've been looking at ideas. So far, you have the nicest one I've seen! I'll keep you updated for sure.

[@OurCatioHome]

Keep in mind that you could always start small and expand later. 😻

[@Tom-j2m9j]

Hi Guys....what sort of air staple are you using to install the fencing with? About to start a Catio project using welded wire and want to be sure it is Coyote proof. Thanks for some great videos.

[@OurCatioHome]

Excited for your project... We use a pneumatic stapler, it's a Freeman PSS50 Pneumatic 16-Gauge .

[@sarahcarrelli2496]

What type of rope do you suggest?

[@OurCatioHome]

Hello Sarah, We have used for the climbing pole Twisted Manila Rope - Natural 3 Strand Fiber Hemp Rope for Indoor and Outdoor.

[@sarahcarrelli2496]

Thank you❤

[@jaydonfaucett]

Where do these cats use the John?

[@OurCatioHome]

Hello Jaydon, they can go in a litter box inside the covered catio or on the ground in the woodsy one.

[@jaydonfaucett]

@@OurCatioHome thank you!

[@user-wu7wj2el5e]

❤

[@benmatthews3732]

Your furries are SO lucky. Hope they appreciate you (ha ha, of course not!)

[@OurCatioHome]

Haha, from time to time...