I Built the ULTIMATE Outdoor CATIO for my BARN CATS

[@Artisian12656]

I appreciate people who provide a safe environment for their outdoor cats. Thank you.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

♥️

[@sashavelcicky3455]

Thank you, thank you you are good man ❤️❤️❤️

[@sashavelcicky3455]

Wow, they are a happiest cat ever, thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@stephaniekunce5192]

They all have collars with name tags. He is a sweetheart.

[@hlmoran417]

Get the cats spayed and neutered please.

[@donnalussier6802]

Wow! You left no stone unturned. Clearly well thought out. Very skilled and conscientious of the cats needs. You think like a cat! Thank you for giving them a safe, happy Forever Home!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Wow, thank you!

[@rainbocatz6376]

Only thing missing was a "floor." They'll use the dirt floor for a cat box, even though you have one for them. Some cats don't like to use a litter box once it has been used!

[@andrewpinson1268]

You spent a lot of time, thought, work and money into building a play safe area for you cats. People that love and take care of their animals are good to see. Great job.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

I appreciate the kinds words. 🍻

[@lauralopez2234]

Great work! Thanks for sharing 👍🏼

[@tsering9262]

Very impressive catio! I wished cats didn’t have to traumatize rodents and other animals like that.

[@j.griffin]

It’s like a Kitty Koop!

[@KittehNow]

Great video😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤

[@margomalabar583]

thank-you! I've did animal rescue for about 40 years, and have so many sad and horrible memories of cats in distress, hungry, sick in rural Manitoba. Thank-you for your kindness

[@em......]

My dad has offered to help me build a catio for my cats so I thought I would look up videos on how to do it. I am almost crying at the amount of love and attention to detail you have put into this catio. You are a wonderful human. I hope the cats are all doing well and have continued to enjoy the space.

[@Nirrrina]

But of advice. Don't use chicken wire just because it's cheap. Use the more expensive hardware cloth that predators can't just reach through. Don't forget that predators can also dig up under things too. So if it's on the ground you might put a layer between the ground & the cats. If I were you I'd consider starting with a smaller catio to test the waters. It can take cats a bit to actually use things. I recommend drugs I mean catnip spray to encourage them. But when you plan out the smaller catio I'd plan for it to be easily expanded in size by adding more to it. But take anything I say with a grain of salt & research. Because I've watched various videos of different animal containment shelters. But I've never gotten around to trying to build one on my apartment porch yet. Downstairs apartment porch. Although I could put a taller one outside my bedroom window. I don't think management would like it. Also I'm lazy. I do ideas more than follow through. Still come up with some doozies though. Occasionally. Fly free my little idea birdies. Fly free & annoy people. Good luck & enjoy building with your dad.

[@sharonroconnellandcritters]

@@Nirrrina We put strong rocks at the bottom of our catio in the inside and out to prevent digging and predators.

[@dorothyaarons588]

Just stumbled upon you for the first time. Love it love it love it! I am an old cat lady, freak and I so appreciate what you have done for these gorgeous cats. I will forever. Be watching now!❤️

[@olivialieras6512]

I think you’re just an amazing person. I love to watch your video. I love how you love your animals. I love how you’re so patient with them keep it up. I wish there was more people like you.

[@joshuasmith6319]

I learned everything I needed to know about this man in the first few minutes. Bless you Sir for loving your animals the way you do.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You are so kind

[@siobhanirish1307]

Yes, I fell a bit in love with him, too.

[@bonneymeyer7462]

We need more people like you in the world! Thanks for being you 🙂

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Wow, thank you

[@laurajames723]

Okay, don't forget to add a catnip and cat grass planter box for them. They'll love you even more for it.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Great idea & added to the to do list. Cheers.

[@terrace1]

Wish I had a "catio" and a concerned compassionate cat caring man like you, you're awesome 👍

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You are so kind

[@debbie4808]

Me too

[@megrogan1]

And me. Love how your cats have collars with tags.

[@KaltrinaDemiri]

You can see how much you care for these cats and its really sweet to see. Those are some lucky cats

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

It a started with Stormy Barn Cat (rip) She was responsible for turning me into a cat guy. They do great work on the farm with the rodents too. Love these cats, I’d do anything for them.

[@Nbdycares2]

My hubby just built our cats a catio. They love it! Thank you for doing this for your barn cats! Nothing better than a kind soul.

[@joanmincer7980]

So SWEET of you to build perfect place for your babies to play and STAY SAFE!!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yes and it's getting easier to get them in for the night, almost like they expect it now. I call Fozzy and he just walks right in...so funny.

[@igitahimsa5871]

@@HiddenSpringFarm Yep, like "Hey, Dad's opening the playhouse for us!" Great!

[@lindajones4478]

​@@HiddenSpringFarm Find your catio video today. It's brilliant, I've gotten alot of great ideas for the catio I want to build for my cats. Love your dogs too.👍❤❤❤🐱🐈

[@LisaZiaSolel]

All those cool toys and I saw Dexter playing with a rock. 😂 Your babies seem quite happy and you're just a lovely fur daddy.

[@alfilkemper9240]

I like how you used the variois stumps & beams for the cats to climb on, beside store bought stuff.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank u and it didn't cost me anything and much more durable than the bought stuff. The cats love jumping and climbing in the catio.

[@scientistforscience]

Wow! What a fantastic video. Farm life, DIY construction, creativity, animal care, brilliant music and wonderful photography. I'd rate this 11/10. Thank you!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks for the very kind words 🙏😊

[@kkitty1000]

Agree! This video is so well done. Its such a warm feel good and informative video. Covers all the basis and kept 100% of my attention.

[@helenowens8520]

Me too. Loved it. Attention never waned.

[@cathylind3681]

You restore my faith in human beings. And I love your cats - I have two black ones like Dexter. They deserve their happiness and you share in that. Great job. Totally enjoyed you and them. Dogs too.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Very cool, thanks for saying that. 🙏

[@lynngauvreau8907]

Thank you for making our little friends happy and safe❤

[@Majdasassi]

Dude you're so fun ! Its amazing how much u love your pets and the effort you are giving to provide for them a safe space and happy life ❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks for saying that.

[@kimmyb908]

Animals can bring such love.

[@ShawneeTalksMoney]

Your cats are so blessed to have you as a dad.💜

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thnx. These cats have had an incredible impact on me.

[@jessstone7486]

Oh my goodness: this dear man truly loves his felines! Talk about devotion...! This ratio is so perfect - he knows what they want and will love. Thx for the share :)

[@bernadettecullinan6841]

I just loved watching this .All your animals love you .I think you sleep peacefully at night .❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks so much.

[@helenowens8520]

I think you’re right. After working that hard making the catio & seeing how much the pets like it, I bet he does sleep well at night or whenever he sleeps. Smile. Fabulous job.

[@kimmyb908]

What a wonderful life you have provided for your cats. I hear how kind you speak to your animals. So kind ❤

[@doetexas]

You did a really great job making a great catio! The best for me was you showed me that it's not going to be as hard as I was thinking it would be to building my own catio! Thanks, man! Gotta love a guy who loves cats!!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you so much! Glad it was helpful.

[@Judy-ve9rb]

I am sooo happy t see people love their animals this way. With all the neglect and ways some ppl abuse their animals, it does wonders to my heart to see people like you. You are amazing.

[@carmenbarnhart7978]

❤

[@charylliss1721]

Outstanding ❤ Barn cats are working cats and that's a great break room.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you! 😊

[@joemills3410]

You are the ultimate cat daddy. Well done, sir.

[@JudyRichards-u4o]

Its obvious how much you care about your animals. They're very lucky to have you and the great catio you built for them. The doggies too. I dont think Dexter is going to leave you ever.

[@robincrittendon419]

Thank you for protecting those beautiful cats they deserve it. They work for you. They go after the mice. Rathey deserved to have a nice place to be safe thank you it's wonderful.❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You are so kind

[@sandrablauvelt5053]

It s lovely to see a man who loves cats and caring for them so well. God Bless!

[@sandylees7049]

Beautiful animals. Love the catio the cats love it to thanks for loving your animals

[@NeffyCat]

It's nice to meet you, friend. It is so wonderful that you built the catio for your kitties! I am so sorry for your loss to the predators. It is very wonderful that you keep them safe now. It is very cute and they are so happy there! It is so cool that you did all of that awesome woodwork to make it! You are amazing! Thank you very much for sharing it with all of us, friend.

[@lucyl6425]

What a beautiful Cattio they are very lucky cats to have such a beautiful area. Thoughtful touches everywhere you look.

[@mypointofview1111]

This is a great cateo but it would be improved if you put in a few solid wood small houses, about the same size as the feeding and pooping station. The reason behind this is that during cold weather it's nice for the cats to go somewhere where they're not too exposed to the wind and cold and they can just have a little shelter. Cats also like to be warm so if you put some folded blankets inside those small houses they'd appreciate it. I understand they're farm cats but they're still cats. As for Dexter, if anyone finds a way out of that cateo he will, he's a real escape artist

[@vazeenadoul9275]

It is heartwarming to see your love and caring for your cats manifest through such a brilliant catio project. Durable, environment-friendly and cozy! Dexter and his siblings are now safe and have everything they need to enjoy catio living. Thanks for caring and sharing your catio ideas.👍💚🐾

[@lizstroud6531]

Wonderful! I have a small one and I get my cats in at night also. I live in a place that has lots of cats and we TNR them to make sure we stop having more kittens coming into this world. Way too many are being born. If you haven't watched 'The Asher House' videos you could see what's possible with the farm that you have. We need more people like you to help our animals out there. Too much suffering. Your cats look so happy. Thank you for caring.

[@kathyhames2200]

I think you did a wonderful job to protect your kittys

[@SheenaJay-y9x]

What a lovely cat dad you are, i love watching vidoes like this to get ideas for my fur babies, i could watch this video all day the fur babies so love it .... i would have animals any time far better friends than humans any day ... thank you for your brill video 😻😽😸😺❤

[@crm208]

Amen Amen Amen 👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋😘🥰😇

[@melindashavis2886]

Thank you for giving them love ❤ and cared . People like you make the world 🌎 brighter to live in .

[@dw2064]

You have done an incredible job. You really did your homework. I would clap real loud when I called our feral cat. She lives indoors now. Catios are great for cats. We have coyotes so they need to he attached to another room in the house to be able to go inside in case of a storm or danger. Enclosed Cat runs high along the fence are an extra with protection at the top so they can't get out. They are best for people who have a fenced yard. Adding some foliage trees and boxes inside the catio are nice too. Cats love to hide. Rollers on top of the fence keep the raccoons and coyotes from jumping inside the yard. I know the coyotes will try to dig too..

[@tonya8652]

Wow such a wonderful man taking great care of his beloved kitty's and dogs. No seriously if this man is married I bet he is a fantastic husband

[@NewEnglanderfrvr]

That is a 5 star catio!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yup and they're loving it I think, they're always in there now even when they are free during the day lol.

[@PurrBiteMeow]

What a loving, sweet catdad you are! ❤

[@poocas75]

My heart hurt when he was calling Dexter. I know what it's like calling and looking for your babies for hours even weeks. My heart leaped with joy when Dexter came home ❤🎉

[@cynthiamacapas2279]

You are a great catio builder.

[@cyndifoore7743]

The name catio has been around for a while, it’s a good name. I love your version of a catio. The one thing I would do is add some of the screening where your tree goes through the roof. Dexter and the crew all seem to love it. Good job!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

I was going to add screening but decided to use expansion foam so the tree can grow a bit, but eventually I'll have to make the hold bigger as the tree grows. Thanks for the comment.

[@madelineelliott5002]

This is absolutely wonderful! I love all the extra little details you put into it to make sure they were having fun in there. And of course the Molly and Olive cameos were a great bonus 🥰

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yes thanks so much. I think the cats are getting trained too cause it's a bit easier to get them in now. Sometimes even in the day when they are out hunting they go back in there by themselves to have a nap lol.

[@nancrist7022]

@@HiddenSpringFarm they know where they are safe!

[@gregmartin7095]

I almost cried. God bless you. Thank you for taking care of these beautiful creatures!! 😻😻

[@tomschmidt381]

Cool build. At the end where your cats were checking things out our indoor cat was fascinated watching the cats play.

[@lazygardens]

Great design - lots of levels and high spots and routes to explore.

[@OurCatioHome]

Sorry for your loss. Excellent Video; love your catio story and new build. Dexter will love the hammock too. Nice job friends.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank u so much and yes they all love the hammock...I'm actually making some more upgrades and adding a hammock cause 3 or 4 cats try to get into the one lol.

[@TamijoCampbell-he9xf]

That is so cool. They're outside without being outside . Safe and sound. That's really nicely done. I love when people love their animals like you do.

[@femhon]

I don''t even have a cat but I enjoy watching you build the cat patio.

[@kristinenowak4596]

Im blessed to see that you care about your working cats and pets. Im a cat lover and have indoor cats. Back in 2008 toll 2011 l saw that this outdoor cat needed someone to look after him. Smudgy took care of the voles , mice and chipmunks. But he was always skinny when l saw him in the spring. I supplemental feed him for years. Took him to the vet and treated ear mites and routine flea med. He was my outdoor companion and the neighborhood cat. Would come running from down the road when l called him. He was such a blessing. I loved him. Had a heated bed in the garage and staid there during the nights. God bless you and your farm, cats, dogs and other animals.

[@jtv848]

This is a 5 star catio, built by a loving cat dad. ❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😊

[@spiritindasky1311]

Blessed be those who provide a safe, enjoyable environment for the little ones. We with will think of you with love.

[@frogmanant]

Wonderful. 50 years ago I had a book about a Japanese guy who made a very large enclosed cat space. He used a lot of various size tyres to make lying places, & the cats seemed to love them. It would be interesting to see what you can do with tyres.

[@shelleymartinez2438]

Dexter is a adorable cat! Such personality! Adorable dogs too!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yeah thanks, he’s really my best mate. He always come when I call his name.

[@altanaeliza]

It must feel like paradise with dad for these cute mischievious cats😊

[@charlesdavis2165]

I love how you took the wind, rain and snow into consideration. Awesome job. You're a great cat dad.

[@helenowens8520]

Dog dad too. He loves them all. Smile.

[@ignaciaforteza7731]

My dear friend of kitties, cats and people like me. I admire your effort of real love for cats. As long as the world has persons like, there is real hope. Thank you ❤

[@Bea-ok8ci]

Great job! A man who loves animals is a real man!!

[@kiddobee3610]

Chad: Buys 100’s of dollars of hi tech cat toys on amazon Cat: plays with a rock 😂 That cat-io is deluxe!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

I know right! I’m like hey Chunk you found a nice rock to play with eh 😆

[@diannearcangel3531]

Dianne: Buys $100’s of high-tech cat toys on Amazon. 😒 Cats: Play only with the emptied boxes. 😹😻😹😸😽😼

[@jenahyslip8292]

That's cats for you. My cats favorite toy is a plastic ring off a milk jug, and a cardboard box.

[@bodnica]

Thank you

[@helenowens8520]

Hi chad. I feel you. Playing with plastic & boxes is their joy. Smile. Forget the expensive toys.

[@jmo2104]

I'm so glad that you care about your kitties!

[@pandalover3556]

That is an awesome and spacious catio for your barn cats! I’m glad they will be more safe now. I love all your cats! I have 3 indoor cats and my brother just made a small catio for them 2 days ago. It has roller wheels. They are loving the experience being outside during the summer months.

[@Max2U]

This is so great for these wonderful cats. I love catios.👏🏽🐈‍⬛🐈

[@anitajonsson4379]

I loved watching you build this wonderful Catio for your cats! It was fun to see how curious they were about exploring their new playground. Thank you for sharing this new adventure and for going to the extra effort to keep your darling kitties safe and happy. ❤😊

[@bettyloumilstead7341]

My two favorite things in one video. Cats and old English sheepdogs! Thanks for being a responsible cat dad and keeping them safe.

[@cherylf.4616]

You did a great job making the catio for your cats! They are loved and it shows!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You are so kind

[@Parakeetfriend4215]

That's sure a labor of love. You're cats will love it. They can even watch you work through the windows, but also see out into the yard. That's bigger than some tiny "homes" good job😊

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks 😊

[@LupeVRubio]

You are such a cool cat dad! Thank you for protecting your babies ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lillybinky9144]

You are amazing. You went above and beyond for your furbabies. Even the fact that they are collared and tagged means a lot. You sir have an amazing heart. I hope I come back as one of your kitties. They are truly loved.

[@carolspencer9396]

That's spectacular. Suggestion... If there's away to protect the cats from the edges of that tin, even around the tree cut out. Years ago my X husband's cat cut his thigh open clear to the bone climbing up on a tin roof . However, you built them a terrific enclosure. Also, you can clearly see how much you care for you pets. Very special. Lots of love and respect to our Canadian neighbors, from across The Mighty Niagara.

[@sabbathsermonthetypist]

So beautiful thank your for protecting them ❤

[@luckywhitfield5519]

I Love ❤️ what you done for your baby’s not many people would take time to do that for cats 🐈‍⬛ or dogs 🐕. You are a great 👍 person 🙏

[@Becksplace711]

This is so nice. We’ve lost cats that we loved so much. It’s hard to wonder what happened to them. Such beautiful sweet animals.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yeah that's the tough part. We've lost cats to predation. That's why I built this thing and have been trying to train the cats to come home before dark.

[@SLGAmerica1st]

Thank you so much for taking care of those babies. ❤ They’re beautiful.

[@gudrunclarke4976]

This is so beautiful to watch. There is love everywhere. We are all God's creatures.

[@mj6962]

I’m so glad to see this. Personally, I think dogs and cats both need to be indoors, or at least protected somehow, overnight. Great video. Thanks for sharing bc we need to build something just like that for our yard as well! 😊 👍🏼

[@lukeyznaga7627]

I agree, Mj6962. If you live int he wilds or outdoor rural communities or on a farm, the normal dogs and cats CAN'T SURVIVE or compete with big predators or wolves or Bobcats, etc. The dog should not be in an outside "doghouse" at night. the cats love going outside, sometimes at night, but that activity is safer in a suburbs, not in a rural, wild farm community or near the big outdoors.

[@mister-Dmitriev.]

man you have a BIG HEART!!! I don’t remember where I read that when our time comes, our animals will be the first to meet us there. Many grateful cats will meet you!!! THANK YOU FOR CARING ABOUT THEM!!! Long and happy years of life to you!!!

[@janicecoleman2755]

That’s one of the best catios I have ever seen. Built with a lot of love and very charming. Your cats will be physically and emotionally healthy. 💜

[@otterfan3213]

WOW! You are the best example of how humans should treat cats!

[@SuzanneWho]

The catio is superb! Love all your pets. Olive is beautiful.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thanks a million

[@mishelly911]

Kindness is a virtue.Cherish it and thank you for all that you do.

[@lealea12368]

What a wonderful, safe, enriching and cozy space you created for your cats! Well thought out and wonderfully executed. Al of the cats have a safe space which they clearly enjoy. Great video!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@teslacumba]

When I was a kid I had a cat trained to come to a bell ..he would always come to get his treat no matter where he was 😆 Cutest animals 💕

[@linda-louiseanthony1979]

This is brilliant! I love the little hammocks from Amazon. They are going to have the best fun in there and most of all they are going to be safe. ❤ from Australia 🇦🇺

[@penninator1]

What a beautiful thing to see in today's world ❤❤

[@opulentlilt455]

We grew up in farm lands and on acreage and my cat would go sometimes for a couple weeks on adventures then he'd return. We had a nice big greenhouse attached to the house my parents built that they enjoyed a lot.

[@karendsupin1744]

I think you are a very sweet man, taking care of those cats.

[@ellenka22]

I finally found a catio that I want to make for my cats! Thank you so much for sharing. It looks simple yet so very strong. New sub here! ❤

[@nancysmith-baker1813]

What fun .love to see happy animals . Thankyou for sharing.

[@rebeccabrown6785]

I LOVE that this guy is doing all of this to keep his pets safe. ❤️

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks 😊

[@kellyfredrickson152]

I loved your video! Very informative and heartwarming. Good job on the catio. You are such a great soul for taking such good care of your fur-babies. God Bless you.

[@gwendolyncarter5668]

My goodness this catio is better than most humans' patios! Such an amazing, beautiful job! And your animals are all gorgeous, obviously well loved companions!

[@JannieWood]

I absolutely love your catio!! It's perfect! I also really love that you have a collar and a tag on each cat, that way, if they get lost people will know where to return them.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you! 😊

[@cheralsquyresArt]

Thank you for loving these barn cats and keeping them protected!! I’m a city girl and gave my friend one of my house cats. I never ever would do that again. He might have lasted one night. My friend told me non-chalantly “oh a bobcat probably got him. I cried and cried. Thanks for the catio for your kitties

[@paulaheady8990]

New to your channel. Love the catio; your dog stole my heart. Great cat/dog Papa. Much appreciated

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks and welcome to the farm. I had lived most of my life thinking I was a dog guy, but these cats have shown me just how wrong I was. They're both awesome.

[@gracegeltmacher9878]

They're adorable thank you once again 💖😻💖💖💖💖😻😻😻