DIY Outdoor Cat Shelter

Recently, a local stray kitten settled in our backyard. "Fosca" plays with our chickens and watches out for field mice (we hope!) in exchange for frequent food offerings and the odd petting session.
In this video, I'll show you how I built her a winter shelter. Our could season is no joke, and I wanted her to have a well-insulated home to call her own.
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[@lavinamontoya8164]

In 5000 years some kids playing around stumble upon an odd construction halfway buried in the dirt. Not knowing what to think of it, they send holographic images to their parents and teachers to help them make sense of it. Long story short, the incredibly sturdy construction still intact and with traces of red paint still noticeable on the roof, was moved to a local museum for display after careful analysis and studies in the most advances laboratories of the land. The display explains how a skilled, animal loving craftsman around 2000 used many hours of his free time after work to make a weather proof and comfortable house for a cat. 💖😁🇩🇰

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Speechless. Thanks for so much kind words from you Lavina. I'm glad you enjoyed my work. Regards

[@hassannaveed6688]

Yeah you got it right! This is how 'humanity' for living things prevails!!!! No matter what the year.... No matter how much people get advanced in tech.

[@user-wu1jc7zr4y]

love it.

[@Jizzlewobbwtfcus]

More likely with the current & rapid decline in human intelligence they will think it was made by super small half-man-half-cat people.

[@jarule275]

Must be good weed. 😂

[@back2basics597]

Properly insulated. What a very wonderful kind man you are Sir.

[@ttodd910]

I kept saying "Wow", as I watched your precision craftsmanship!!

[@fayparatene4606]

First outdoor cathouse I have seen being built with insulation! Loved watching this video.

[@jultomtetris]

Thoroughly built and nicely edited. Very pleasing to watch. Well done!

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Thank you very much

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Thank you for your comment!

[@countrysamurai]

She is adorable and now has a warm and comfy home to enjoy. Very lovely....🐈

[@elizabethannegrey6285]

Now this a REAL man! A skilled craftsman, compassionate, and willing to take time and energy to benefit an outdoor cat. Man of the year! ❤️😺😺😺❤️

[@Stacymc2012]

Absolutely beautiful job!! In researching some outdoor cat homes so I can make some for the strays in our area for winter- but I lack your woodworking skills and tools! I admire your work and attention to detail! Thank you for sharing!

[@CptBlysWife93]

Absolutely amazing!?? What a blessed kitty to have found you! Bless you for taking this kitty in and loving it enough to provide a safe and beautiful home for it! ❤️

[@sherryhamper4082]

Cute house. Nice how it is on it's own platform and not sitting on the cold ground. Good Job!

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

A lovingly created, expertly crafted cat condo, estimated value would be priceless but if priced, I'd value it as a $10K condo. Fosca looks very happy with her condo. You are a genius builder.😻😻😻

[@charlottielou5998]

Just a wonderful job you did! That is one of the best made outdoor cat houses i have seen. You should sell these or better yet fundraise and donate and teach!

[@msheart2]

People have been making this shelter for over 8 yrs, the plan is from" Building a FIVER Cats Feral Cat Shelter” by FIVER Cats

[@josimpson7999]

Fabulous! Such thought and attention to detail in the design of this lovely cat home. The insulation was brilliant! Thank you for sharing and taking care of the furry babies 👏🏻😊🇬🇧

[@alynneflanery9918]

fosca is adorable little thing....pretty little baby.

[@MikeJones-ed8rb]

Your talents do not end at woodworking. This video was awesome. Loved the nail gun trim shots. I am going to see if you have any others. Reminds me of the primal technology videos. Stunning!

[@melriv4924]

Above my skill level, but absolutely beautiful!

[@romankatz982]

Great job! Loved watching the video. Thanks for helping the cats.

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Thanks Roman. Our cat loved it!

[@jeffreymartin6451]

God bless you all for making houses for cats!

[@SilverMiraii]

I have 3 cats that decided my yard is their home, and I'm happy for it, I wanna make them a double house, because 2 of the cats get along great, since the big one adopted the small one and acts like she's his mother, and the other cat is a male that don't get along with the big momma cat, so separate entrances would be best, and a dividing wall so they don't see each other

[@supere4206]

Thanks for building!!!!!!!!!!👨‍🔧👨‍🔧👨‍🔧👨‍🔧👨‍🔧👨‍🔧

[@rakshaandreassen5472]

Awesome! Amazing! Wow how much time, money, energy and love you put into building this cat shelter!! Your cat is lucky to have you!!

[@ellieboa]

awesome build and Fosca is lovely!

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Thank you Ellie. Fosca has grown a bit more and she is a lovely cat with very pleasant behavior. It always play with our roosters and explore our big garden. Regards

[@duczman76]

nice workpiece dude.a simple and sturdy built and it's fully insulated.if i would be a cat i wouldn't hesitate a second and would move in instantly.

[@vickie30]

The champion of cat shelters..you couldn't buy one this well made...

[@laimaroscher5954]

I WOULD LOVE TO BUILT IT TO MY 4 STRAY CATS. PLEASE, SHARE SHELTER DIMENSIONS WITH US. THANK YOU.

[@uelrington9270]

Beautifully built , very lucky Cat !!!!!

[@gonedeadforlife]

I wish my dad were still alive so I could build this with him :(

[@thebroster4514]

My condolences my guy.

[@wickedmirage]

I was wishing the same thing. My dad would have been all over making this, would have been fun to do with him.

[@user-ex6vl3qb3h]

Вы просто идеально все сделали . Шикарный домик.

[@azazam8805]

Enjoy watching your work

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Thanks for your kind words 👍😉

[@johnbarbero757]

¡Gatitos y carpintería! Love it!

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Totally agree 😂

[@TheMangoMussolini]

Great job, WB. It just goes to show that Fosca in particular and cats in general are smart enough to pick the right hooman to adopt. Beautiful work, and I bet Fosca is loving it. And I'm totally jealous of your fabulous handicraft skill. You built this in the amount of time it takes me to hammer a nail, bend it, straighten it out again, then hammer my finger.

[@jennifersharp3581]

Wow! There isn't a whole lot more to say, but what a lucky kitty. It's too bad not all feral kitties can have such a grand shelter. I just wish I had the money for the awesome tools, the time, and the knowledge to build something like that for my feral kitties. Great job!

[@peregrinemccauley5010]

A tour de force of quality engineering and construction .

[@callibucci8011]

You're really amazing! As a woman, I sure wish I could make something as beautiful as that. I will try to learn from your expertise!

[@frenesimyers1895]

You could, if you wanted to. My Sister works does this type of work. Built me a table and 3 adults can stand on it. Don't use being female as an excuse.

[@heathermcclain5652]

As a woman? Don't worry there's no special woodworking gene on the Y chromosome. You can go ahead and build it. But not from this video, since he didn't provide any plans.

[@darrellblair5818]

I really liked your cat house. Great work. 👍

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

I'm glad you do Darrel. Regards!

[@mokihaname]

I have know idea why I was cracking up laughing everytime he used the nail gun but that was cool! Awesome job!

[@user-br6rq3dw5l]

Умничка! Замечательный домик! Золотые руки!

[@escapematrixenterprisejacq7810]

Now this is what Im talking about~I need A CARpentar

[@rosep9866]

Your the BEST!!! 5 STAR GOD WILL BLESS YOU 🐾🐾💕💕

[@germainewright7348]

WOW! This is the best cathode I have seen! Amazing work 👏

[@approverman]

Absolutely lovely! Can't wait for you to get your 1000 Likes! This would be perfect for our cat, especially since it can get cold and windy outside in Canada

[@KrisGupta]

Hi I was wondering if you released the plans yet for this winter shelter? There are presently over 2000 likes. Thank you for a wonderful build.

[@elizabethannegrey6285]

This is a definite upgrade on my improvised sturdy cardboard box, draped in plastic sheeting, hidden in a bush so my husband wouldn’t find it, stuffed with pillows and blankets.

[@mioangel1227]

So adorable! TFS!

[@rosha2915]

If you were to sell these lovely Kitty Houses, it would be a life saver for us all Kitty & Dog lovers. Humble request, please consider. 🐾

[@freedog632]

Nice Bosch infomercial. I liked the design of the house.

[@donnaleveron6511]

I would put the entrance on the smaller end with the roof angled down to give more protection from wind and rain. Also cover the entrance with waterproof material, when wet the particle board will deteriorate. Otherwise, great little house.

[@kenschultz3836]

brought to you by...BOSCH !!!

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Sure! And I'm glad to because I can work much better with pro tools.

[@johnstratairious7936]

very nice job. you're a good man. the best shelter ive seen so far. keep it up.

[@lacefreak]

This is just beautiful and heartwarming! You are a stellar human being my friend!

[@stardaddyo9]

My handyman built a waterproof and insulated cathouse for me. He even use the left over siding so it matches my home.

[@deanguando1335]

Nice work.

[@bobwoww8384]

Outstanding craftsmanship Lucky cat

[@malleusmaleficarum9248]

The cat house is here, now is the time to build eternal feeding machine ;)

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Hahaha noted it.

[@MrKnw5504]

I think that’s better insulated than my house lol. Very amazing work

[@gabyortiz6261]

You’re 😇 ángel👍👏🏻💕

[@gwendolyncarter5668]

Well just gorgeous build!

[@loadi2865]

Loved watching this video.

[@ksarm548]

Can you just go ahead and send me this....lololol love the materials, tools and skill set involved

[@Jizzlewobbwtfcus]

I'm in the middle of building a cat house for outside of the house when our cat Nico has to wait for us while it's raining. I was thinking of some insulation for the floor (i.e.waterproof fabric) and was going to have some raised legs too so the cold morning floor wont affect him but it never occurred to me to put insulation in the sides and roof inbetween boardings. Even though I am only a beginner and have made a large birdhouse/feeder for my dad I feel your awesome skills are going to help me a GREAT deal! Thank you for this upload. You got a new subber :]

[@Ihatecabinetmoths]

Wow amazing.

[@Killedbyclowns]

Fantastic shelter Thankyou 🐈‍⬛🐈

[@corvus400]

Thank you for inspiration! I want to build something similar with isolation for the winter.

[@vargapa101]

Beautiful work

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Thanks Pavol!

[@carlosymer]

Muy chula. Que buen trabajo, tendría que hacer unas cuantas para mi manada de gatos

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Jaja gracias, en todo caso podrias hacer una però mas grande. Un saludo Carlos!

[@chrism.3325]

I just made my own version of this follow your video. Thanks so much!

[@richardcruz102]

WOW Your cats had better not complain

[@jezza10181]

Nice bit of work... I am wanting to build one of these myself. A bit of a different design to yours, but i'll be copying most of what you have donw

[@HolyEarth808]

Great cat house! Where can I get the free plans, got well over 1000 likes 👍🌺🌺🌺

[@katierose7539]

I have serious tool envy.

[@MessyWorkshop]

Beatifull cat house !! One quenstion why most of us makers have a black cat ? 😂

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Good question 🤔, thanks for comment

[@voldmar]

(three black cats owner) This is the way

[@thebroster4514]

I have a black cat named Balthazar

[@vesnarajic5276]

You are amazing! ❤️

[@ExploreusawithNaaaz]

Please I want this cat house for my cat, indeed

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Help me reach like count then. 😉

[@ExploreusawithNaaaz]

@@WoodworkingBarcelona ok, than I’ll share your account with my all pages, on Instagram too, I’ll do your per motion, if you send me one

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

If I get 1000 LIKES on this video, I'll will release the PLANS of this Outdoor Cat Shelter.

[@pdavid987]

Please share the plans. There are lots of feral cats all over the place that need help during the coldest months. Many people would love to help, please don’t deny others access to helping! Thank you.

[@elenaperez2569]

Linda casita y bien fabricada, maestro

[@gtx500lmk]

I've the same tools,great

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Those Cordless bosch tools work as charm

[@penny8210]

Fantastic work! How about a step by step with measurements etc.🤞for those of us that would like to duplicate?? PLEEEASE. 😃

[@2Czechboyslim]

Cool 😊 thanks

[@billcow3455]

A little overboard but very well done. Good job.

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Maybe but I did my best for our cat 😻

[@terrycallow2979]

Bloody Hell that's built better then my house.🤣🤣

[@danaventura5998]

A flexible plastic flap door with magnets at the bottom would keep out the wind. if it had grommets at the top it could be screwed in and replaced if the plastic got brittle in the winter.

[@laudecisilva2926]

Fantastic job.

[@kismutt1]

Amazing!!

[@cosmic4peace]

This is beautiful, what’s the measurements of the outside wood? Length, width and height, the roof thanks I’ve never made anything with wood before but I would like to try to make this thankyou

[@msheart2]

“ Building a FIVER Cats Feral Cat Shelter “ by FIVER Cats I credit him for the plan You for the extra finishing touches.

[@DrFillyBlunt]

Great bosch ad disguised as a DIY video!

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

They just support my work so it can be easily done. That's a real diy project for my cat, not an ad. I could work without sponsors if I had more patreons.

[@yngvehelenerusbjerg8132]

I need measurements . Maybe it's an advertisement for smart machines ;-) But nice house.

[@ninonperes5987]

protegida de cachorros e da chuva, muito bom

[@rose.gianno4508]

The Rooster 🐓 approves also.

[@thelight8457]

I see you reached 2000 likes, can we get the plan please?

[@RD-xi1cb]

Very well done - excellent design! I see you have 1.9K likes, but I didn't see the plans anywhere? Can you please direct me to them?

[@mayitriggeryou]

That thing's built better than my house. When do we see the dog house and chicken coop?

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Thanks! I don't have a dog (by now 😂). Will get back to chicken coop soon.

[@hassannaveed6688]

Guess what.. I wasn't good at wood work. So I used carton of mango fruits for my cat shelter from heavy rain in outdoor. To prevent from heat or dust or rain, I simply put a big pastic on top of it, and fixed it with heavy brick.

[@koconation]

Hi! A friend and I have been wanting to build a house for a stray cat and her kittens. I was wondering what materials you may have used while building?😊

[@st-n6688]

Клёво заморочился! Ещё бы котейку побольше показал!

[@Lina-ws3by]

Great home, maybe add in a escape door

[@mostlysky55]

Nice kitty house! Good people for doing this- kitties will appreciate it. But as that cat is so friendly it would be great to welcome in your home, no? Anyways nice work!

[@oussamak2683]

perfect work

[@wallyj2000]

Incredible job thanks for sharing. So after all that work did he wind up going in there to sleep?

[@WoodworkingBarcelona]

Sure, and also let her to raise 3 lovely kittens si far.

[@thisisfifty.5017]

Hello, from Canada. I would love the plans for this cat house.