I Built the ULTIMATE Outdoor CATIO for my BARN CATS

Ultimate Barn Cat Catio building custom diy homestead farm cat working outdoors mousers.
In this episode I explain what I did to build this structure so if you were in need you could too. Some great and fun ideas in this video about catios. Complete with accessories, toys, scratch posts, feed station, rest areas and climbing structures. Thanks for watching. Let me know what you think in the comment and SUBSCRIBE to the channel if you're not already. #barncats #catio #catrun #diy #catpatio

[@marilynantilla7968]

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.

[@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😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤

[@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!❤️

[@bonneymeyer7462]

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

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Wow, thank you

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@kittykat7858]

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.

[@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

[@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.👍❤❤❤🐱🐈

[@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.

[@charylliss1721]

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

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thank you! 😊

[@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. 🙏

[@ShawneeTalksMoney]

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

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

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

[@jtv848]

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

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😊

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@user-dy3oh7ys1m]

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.

[@cynthiamacapas2279]

You are a great catio builder.

[@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..

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@altanaeliza]

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

[@Max2U]

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

[@lazygardens]

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

[@femhon]

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

[@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 ❤🎉

[@lynngauvreau8907]

Thank you for making our little friends happy and safe❤

[@user-tr9mk4du9y]

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 👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋😘🥰😇

[@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.

[@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 ❤

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@jmo2104]

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

[@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]

❤

[@yolandasolis684]

You did a great job with this catio. You thought of everything a cat could want. I really liked the sizzle rope steps and the wooden cat with hammock. I want this for my cats. They are desperate to go outside.

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Yeah the cats love it in there, they totally use everything too they enjoy climbing. Thanks a million. 😊

[@tomschmidt381]

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

[@gregmartin7095]

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

[@LupeVRubio]

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

[@julegate]

Thank you for caring for your cats!

[@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. ❤😊

[@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.

[@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. 💜

[@SLGAmerica1st]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@user-dr2js7bv2i]

Wonderful! It's hard to lose our pets, even if they are outdoor pets.

[@lovewenwin]

You should get one of those little mini cameras that you can put on their collars I would love to see how far Dexter goes

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

That would be fun, I'd be really curious where they go to somedays.

[@rosemesser4712]

How Amazing! If I was a cat, I want to be in that catio! ❤️

[@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

[@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 🙏

[@SuzanneWho]

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

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Thanks a million

[@cherylf.4616]

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

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You are so kind

[@linda-louiseanthony9802]

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 🇦🇺

[@carolbulmer8253]

Brilliant! You’re a good cat Dad❤️

[@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.

[@sandrablauvelt5053]

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

[@katherinewillfong9585]

Lucky barn kitties and very much loved❤️

[@lavinamontoya8164]

Beautiful catio. Congratulations. 😻😺🐈‍⬛🐈

[@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! ❤

[@melindashavis2886]

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

[@Rachel-pz5mo]

So beautiful and provides a natural environment for those gorgeous cats .

[@theloveyourfacegal2773]

Your home & property are beautiful. Love the catio & cutest pups ever 😊thanks for sharing :)

[@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.

[@missbabbett9086]

WOW so cool what you did for these outdoor cats they have some were safe to come to. So sweet ❣️😊👍👍✨💜

[@candaceroberts3238]

You obviously love you animals and you did such a beautiful job with the catio. And so many thoughtful things inside for them to enjoy. I think it’s great!

[@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!

[@paulatteberry3165]

Very nice job your cat's will be happy and safe!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Much appreciated 😊

[@PSA3377]

Lucky cats ! Great job ❤

[@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.👍💚🐾

[@DebbiMarie]

You’re awesome. You think of every comfort! ❤️🐼💜

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

😊 thank you, I had to do something quick to protect them.

[@diannewhite573]

Really enjoyed watching you build this fantastic catio. Well done ! Cats are loving it & above all, are safe. It’s heart warming to see you so caring about your cats 💙💙

[@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! 😊

[@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

[@flowers52314]

You're Awesome! Thanks for loving your fur babies so much. You take such good care of them. Bet they are going to love their cat patio. 😍😍

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

yeah thanks, they take care of me most of the time.

[@TheTamrock2007]

What a wonderful thing you've done. Lucky cats indeed 😊

[@rqh173]

I had 5 sibling cats that grew up on our farm. They would go to the woods in the back several hundred yards away. I’d call them by name like you do and sure enough they’d come running!

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Amazing. Having them trot back when called is the icing on the cake.

[@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

[@kirstencorby8465]

What a loving gesture for your cats. Kudos.

[@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.

[@chirpie11]

That is very cool! I’d love to have something like this at my house! You should get geo-trackers for your lovely kitties! You dogs are so cute, too!

[@ohheybih]

Wow you made that look so easy. Cute cats 😻

[@joannsmith8720]

Wonderful job! Lucky cats. ❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

You are so kind

[@VintageStylebyJo]

Great Cadio😊 So glad you are keeping the kitties safe❤

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Aww thanks 😁

[@celineliu4148]

Indeed they are the happiest cats in the world! Dexter is so cute and all your animals are adorable. What a lovely and happy farm! :))

[@karendsupin1744]

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

[@liebekatz1]

Wow! This is amazing. The kit-tens and pups are precious. ❤❤

[@clairevinet3557]

Amazing! Thank you for taking care of and giving your beautiful cats a safe haven. Love and blessings to you and yours.🤗👌🥰

[@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 💕

[@PurrBiteMeow]

What a loving, sweet catdad you are! ❤

[@lauraburger8378]

How awesome is this! Gives me ideas for my catio! Thanks for sharing! Way to go fellow Canadian! 🇨🇦

[@HiddenSpringFarm]

Our pleasure! Have fun.