Cat Home

It is curious that many cat owners believe that it is safe to allow their cats to roam their neighborhoods unattended. It is unlikely that the owner of any other type of pet would feel the same about allowing their pet to roam. It is unusual to find a dog owner who would allow their dog to roam unsupervised, yet many cat owners feel that they should allow their cats this freedom.

If you are a cat owner who keeps your cat indoors, or the owner of an outdoor cat who would like to change your pets wondering ways, here is a great solution. You can give your cats a way to enjoy the outdoors and keep them safe at the same time by building your cats an outdoor play home.

Some cat owners are fortunate to have a screened in porch where their cats can play outdoors safely. For those who don't have a home with an enclosed patio or sun room an outdoor cat play home is the answer for allowing your cat outdoors while keeping them safe.

A great way to build an outdoor cat play home is to use a chain link dog run. For cat owners who live in areas where wild animals could harm your cats, a chain link dog run can provide the most protection.

To ensure that predators can not harm your cats while they play, be sure that the run is solidly constructed and covered with a chain link panel on the top . You should also re-enforce the ground beneath the edges of the run with concrete or flagstone to prevent outside animals from digging into the run.

Be sure to add a roof to the run for shade and to add extra protection. If you are handy you can build platforms inside the run at different heights for you cat to climb on. You could even use a thick branch as a climbing toy if you secure it well. Hanging toys in the cat home gives cats a fun way to get exercise.

Don't forget to always keep fresh water in your outdoor cat play home and be aware of the outdoor temperature. Don't leave your cat outdoors in extreme hot or cold temperatures. If you build your cat run against your home you could install a cat door so that your cat can go in or out as he pleases. I have also seen cat homes built where the cat could get access to the home through a window.

If predatory animals are not a problem where you live, you could build a more affordable cat home using less expensive materials. There are also some smaller versions of outdoor cat homes available from pet supplies for those that are looking for an easier solution.

I hope that this idea inspires everyone to pamper and protect their cats with a safe and fun outdoor play area.

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