Maybe instead of expanding the catio, make them more intresting with herbs planted along different sections to trigger their noses, waterfountains or moving rainwater ornaments (some make music/sounds) birdbaths water and sand and birdfeeders if not in bear country. Catnip, catgrasses, water along the shelves.... good luck with the project!!!! Love what you did so far....
We have 6 indoor cats. This is really impressive. What lucky cats you have! They can feel the love and energy you have put into this for them. Beautiful!
WOW! Fantastic....I have 5 cat's that are full-time indoor after one got hit by a car. Over the years, owning many cats, a Catio is absolutely the best way to go. I can relate to staying up all night and searching for days to find missing cats.
Yip. Me too. Sleepless nights and stress and tears. Not to mention broken hearts. Catios are for sure the future. This one is so beautiful, but the good news is that you can do smaller DIY versions.
One of the best parts of this is unspoken. It can withstand outside forces. I've built a lot of catios and seen others build theirs, but too many people think "contain the cat" not "keep out the coyote." That catio is both amazing, as well as structurally sound. Any large predator that does try to smash into it either (a) isn't getting in, or (b) will be delayed long enough for the cats to get inside. I build all of mine sturdy enough that the cat's owner can fall on top of it and it won't collapse.
I am soooooo excited for your cats to enjoy their catio. It's such an incredible feeling knowing they are safe, and still get to be outside. I sit and watch my 7 cats run around in their catios, with pride that I am able to make them so happy. The joy I feel is so dang satisfying, and I can see you feel the same way. I even put window box catios on all my windows so they have the option to get different views and perspectives. I'm not done yet (I'm never going to be done, haha. I'm OBSESSED building catios), and you'll notice any little thing you change, add, etc, your cats will notice, and appreciate. My cats love new things, lol. Bless you, my brother❤ And bless your gorgeous cats who are lucky to have you❤❤❤❤❤❤
This has everything for felines and people to enjoy together !! Would it help also to have a litter box in that green area maybe - surely you all prefer urine and poo more conveniently contained…it will all come to stink etc as it’s not the actual earth they are utilizing. Your catio plan is really well executed here and I’ll be showing this off to some family members as we have an issue with preferring to keep a cat from running outdoors too! 👍
You did a lot of work to enhance all your cats' sense of freedom and safety. I'm sure they all give you a lot in return with motors running and cat love 😻.
Really nice job on the catio sections!! Your babies are so cute! We have five kitties and live in a stilt house, so my husband made a catio with ledges under our house. We also have outdoor furniture in it, and an opening from our upstairs lanai down into the catio (this opening is closed at night). Love people who make the lives of their kitties enriched! Thank you, and I think you're a great cat daddy!
Thanks for showing what a great creation you brought to life! This is the reason I’d like to learn carpentry and joinery!!! 🥰 A few cat litters, plants and some water feature would only add to the cat’s happiness! 🫶🏼 keep building friend ❤
This is great, I love your vision your cats are now able to roam free safely and you don't have unnecessary items in there with them like I have noticed with other cat owners' catio. 😊
Such happy little black panthers and ginger kitty ^^ That's definitely a cat paradise! A litter area could prevent them using the floor, and also allow them to bury it. But overall one of the most incredible catios i've seen so far! well done!
What a beautiful catio. Lucky cats! I can see on your face how happy you are knowing your cats are safe and being healthy running around their beautifully built catio. Suggest: Perhaps put a sand pit (cat litter box) for them where they like to pee and 💩 .
We always love seeing your work, and your personal catio is over the top. Great share! We use to do the same thing, worry about how to bring our cats in at night until the catio was made. Ok, love your pond; any plans to bring the cats even closer to it????
Bro that is so Awesome!!.. you know it would be really cool to see the catio from their perspective so maybe get 4 small cameras and attach them to their collar somehow and that way we can see them go through the tunnels or in and out of the little doorways to the house ect.. ❤
Just add two or three cat litter boxes or make a couple sand boxes for them to poop/pee in. Ideally each cat should have their own, or one litter box for each cat. 6 cats - 6 litter boxes. BTW NICE roomy catio. Well done.
I'd put a litter box out there and that would help with them using the bathroom. They might be trying to sort of put their scent there and a litter box helps with that!
If you put a litter box or two outside in the catio, your cats most likely would not poop or pee on the turf. Use enclosed litter boxes so that they don't get rain or snow in them, but if you do, try to use unscented litter because sometimes cats don't like the strong scent in an enclosed place and then may not use the enclosed litter boxes.
Wow, you have built a paradise for your kitties!!! Great job!! Love all of it ❤️.... from cat mom in Southern Illinois. Only have 3 rescues, though!!! 😉. Keep up the great work❤.
WendyC... Love the catio!! Always had cats and built my own 12 years ago, but our home doesnt have the space for a catio, but we have plenty of balcony space and cat friendly plants. You kitties look very happy and content.. 😊😊
I built a smaller one (like 7x11 feet) that my 4 love, and I built a space for a cat box that I can clean from the outside. They definitely use it. It seems like you could put one in somewhere to avoid pee and poop on the fake turf?
My cats had a 11:00PM curfew. They rarely weren't back by then, but on those times, I woukd flick the patio light on and off a few times and call them by name. It made a distinctive loud "click" sound. Once they learned what that flickering light meant, I no longer had to call them. They oulf see tge 🎉lighf from the end of the street. I always remember the time I ficked it, and the light didn't come on.....the bulb had burned out.....but, to my astonishment, my cat came running. She had heard the clicking sound and responded! 😊
My cats used to be free roaming too. But one got hit by a car. Another in a fight with another cat. And of course waiting for them to come home at night. My hubby built a catio (not as elaborate as yours). Now they hang out on the catio. They’ve actually caught birds before. 😮 (bird must have got too close to the cage). I have thought about expanding their space. The problem is they spray the inside of the catio. I think another cat comes by and sprays the outside. 😢 any suggestions for that? You mentioned your cats used the fake grass to do their business. Do you have litter boxes? Any natural ground for them? My catio has 10x8 area just ground. We put play sand in it. I do have a litter box under the roof area. They use that too. Thx for sharing! Love all the ideas!
Aw I love what you have done! However, as much as we want to keep our furbabies safe, nothing beats real experience of woodland and real natural habitat where they roam and smell plants and are just curious. Would you consider the next move of an extension to your cation with adding in a real portion of your woodland ie part sectioned off and surrounded fenced in to incorporate woodland floor and tree climbing? Maybe grow some cat nip inbetween?
Maybe instead of expanding the catio, make them more intresting with herbs planted along different sections to trigger their noses, waterfountains or moving rainwater ornaments (some make music/sounds) birdbaths water and sand and birdfeeders if not in bear country. Catnip, catgrasses, water along the shelves.... good luck with the project!!!! Love what you did so far....
I agree
I was thinking the same thing! Cat friendly plants are purrfect for this.
Beuatiful. You forgot to add litterboxes on every catio. Open or en losed ones, easier to maintain the catios clean,
Love your creation. I would love to have a small version for my cat. I agree though some litter boxes spread out throughout.
My two cats have filed an application to join your clowder. I’ve got to stop letting them watch RUclips! Amazing job!
We have 6 indoor cats. This is really impressive. What lucky cats you have! They can feel the love and energy you have put into this for them. Beautiful!
My dream for any cat is to live like this. You need more cats, my friend.
You are the best cat dad
WOW! Fantastic....I have 5 cat's that are full-time indoor after one got hit by a car.
Over the years, owning many cats, a Catio is absolutely the best way to go.
I can relate to staying up all night and searching for days to find missing cats.
Yip. Me too. Sleepless nights and stress and tears. Not to mention broken hearts. Catios are for sure the future. This one is so beautiful, but the good news is that you can do smaller DIY versions.
One of the best parts of this is unspoken. It can withstand outside forces. I've built a lot of catios and seen others build theirs, but too many people think "contain the cat" not "keep out the coyote." That catio is both amazing, as well as structurally sound. Any large predator that does try to smash into it either (a) isn't getting in, or (b) will be delayed long enough for the cats to get inside. I build all of mine sturdy enough that the cat's owner can fall on top of it and it won't collapse.
You are absolutely correct!
Such a good point. We have so many coyotes around us even in our urban area.
This is SO IMPRESSIVE!!!! And yes....I am a proud cat crazy mom!!!! Building my big Catio now and will be adding on as I go!
This is so great. Every cat should have some outdoor space. Maybe even a couple more hiding boxes for napping. Great job.
Black cats are so cool
I am soooooo excited for your cats to enjoy their catio. It's such an incredible feeling knowing they are safe, and still get to be outside. I sit and watch my 7 cats run around in their catios, with pride that I am able to make them so happy. The joy I feel is so dang satisfying, and I can see you feel the same way. I even put window box catios on all my windows so they have the option to get different views and perspectives. I'm not done yet (I'm never going to be done, haha. I'm OBSESSED building catios), and you'll notice any little thing you change, add, etc, your cats will notice, and appreciate. My cats love new things, lol.
Bless you, my brother❤
And bless your gorgeous cats who are lucky to have you❤❤❤❤❤❤
You should add a bathroom/toilet area 😆😊 Great Catio! Build with so much love. Lucky cats! 🥰
Your cats look Happy and Safe
That is a kitty paradise down there!!!
I love what you’ve created for your babies!!! Super job! Litter box in the catio. 😊
Love the idea of an enclosure to protect the fur babies!! But I would have plants and grassy area. Catnip would be nice!!😻
All I can say is WOW ❤❤❤
This has everything for felines and people to enjoy together !! Would it help also to have a litter box in that green area maybe - surely you all prefer urine and poo more conveniently contained…it will all come to stink etc as it’s not the actual earth they are utilizing. Your catio plan is really well executed here and I’ll be showing this off to some family members as we have an issue with preferring to keep a cat from running outdoors too! 👍
You're the best cat dad!!! Couple litter boxes will help with the 💩❤
Nice system. This will go viral at some point soon.
You did a lot of work to enhance all your cats' sense of freedom and safety. I'm sure they all give you a lot in return with motors running and cat love 😻.
Very impressive catio system, thanks for sharing. So many good ideas in a beautiful location.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Stunning design. The cats must love exploring and relaxing.
Thank you for your kind and creative work. ❤
So many adorable micropanthers! I can tell you love your cats. The catio is amazing! 😻
How amazing, fantastic place to live
Really nice job on the catio sections!! Your babies are so cute! We have five kitties and live in a stilt house, so my husband made a catio with ledges under our house. We also have outdoor furniture in it, and an opening from our upstairs lanai down into the catio (this opening is closed at night).
Love people who make the lives of their kitties enriched! Thank you, and I think you're a great cat daddy!
What an amazing Cat Daddy! That Catio rocks!
Ahhhhh........ this is my dream, and to get more kitties.
Your catio has given me a lot of inspiration for the one I am planning .🐈⬛🐈😺
maybe you should put more cat boxes in the gorgeous catio.
You are a fantastic cat daddy and maybe my favorite human all around. Your care and thought for their happiness is a true joy to see! 🤗 🤗 🤗
Wonderful enrichment for your kitties & sanity preservation for yourself! Thanks for sharing!
This is the best catio I have so far ❤
*HAPPY KATS!--- Great job!*
Fantastic catio for them! ☺☺☺
A santuary heaven .
Thanks for showing what a great creation you brought to life! This is the reason I’d like to learn carpentry and joinery!!! 🥰
A few cat litters, plants and some water feature would only add to the cat’s happiness! 🫶🏼 keep building friend ❤
What wonderful spaces you've made for your cats!
This is great, I love your vision your cats are now able to roam free safely and you don't have unnecessary items in there with them like I have noticed with other cat owners' catio. 😊
Such happy little black panthers and ginger kitty ^^ That's definitely a cat paradise! A litter area could prevent them using the floor, and also allow them to bury it. But overall one of the most incredible catios i've seen so far! well done!
Wow,I bet they love it + no enemys for the cats and they wont kill birds outside ❤
This is the best catio in the world
What a beautiful catio. Lucky cats! I can see on your face how happy you are knowing your cats are safe and being healthy running around their beautifully built catio. Suggest: Perhaps put a sand pit (cat litter box) for them where they like to pee and 💩 .
Amazing! Love it❤❤❤ and your cats are beautiful
Awesome job! Put a kiddy pool in the catio filled with sand and they will hopefully use that when they need to relieve themselves.
We always love seeing your work, and your personal catio is over the top. Great share! We use to do the same thing, worry about how to bring our cats in at night until the catio was made. Ok, love your pond; any plans to bring the cats even closer to it????
Bro that is so Awesome!!.. you know it would be really cool to see the catio from their perspective so maybe get 4 small cameras and attach them to their collar somehow and that way we can see them go through the tunnels or in and out of the little doorways to the house ect.. ❤
This is so great I know they will really be happy. Your a great cat dad.❤
Lucky kitties. ❤ I'd add a stealth litter box so your clean up is easier.
Hermoso Catio y el lugar es bellísimo ❤.los bebitos estan muy felices alli .Muchas Felicidades
That's what I call...spoiled...love it!
Just add two or three cat litter boxes or make a couple sand boxes for them to poop/pee in. Ideally each cat should have their own, or one litter box for each cat. 6 cats - 6 litter boxes. BTW NICE roomy catio. Well done.
Top-tier video, for sure.
This is amazing🤩🤩🤩 Your kitties are so lucky and thank you for keeping them safe while providing them so much fun & freedom🥰
I'd put a litter box out there and that would help with them using the bathroom. They might be trying to sort of put their scent there and a litter box helps with that!
Your cats are so lucky to have you! What an awesome enclosure set up! A total dream ❤
Wow!! Life goals 🫶🤩
If you put a litter box or two outside in the catio, your cats most likely would not poop or pee on the turf. Use enclosed litter boxes so that they don't get rain or snow in them, but if you do, try to use unscented litter because sometimes cats don't like the strong scent in an enclosed place and then may not use the enclosed litter boxes.
Aaaawe! Well done! It's beauuuutiful!! 😍
Impressive. You should place a litter box in the catio too..
Amazing! Love it!
Thank you!!
Thank you!!
Wow, you have built a paradise for your kitties!!! Great job!! Love all of it ❤️.... from cat mom in Southern Illinois. Only have 3 rescues, though!!! 😉. Keep up the great work❤.
Awesome looking Catio! Cats look really happy. ❤
WendyC...
Love the catio!!
Always had cats and built my own 12 years ago, but our home doesnt have the space for a catio, but we have plenty of balcony space and cat friendly plants.
You kitties look very happy and content..
😊😊
WendyC..
I didnt mention above that we moved to a smaller place, so we have the balcony.
Missed that part above space.
This is the coolest cateo ive ever seen 🥹
Chicest one I've seen so far
Love...love....love it❤👍
Beautiful!
Good work, but you need to add more litter boxes, cat-friendly plants including a catnip bush or two, water fountains and hiding / napping places.
Amazing 😻😻😻
Great work! Much mazel.
I built a smaller one (like 7x11 feet) that my 4 love, and I built a space for a cat box that I can clean from the outside. They definitely use it. It seems like you could put one in somewhere to avoid pee and poop on the fake turf?
Nice! You are going to be building mine soon! In Fontana
Beautiful cats and catio.😊
My cats had a 11:00PM curfew. They rarely weren't back by then, but on those times, I woukd flick the patio light on and off a few times and call them by name. It made a distinctive loud "click" sound. Once they learned what that flickering light meant, I no longer had to call them. They oulf see tge 🎉lighf from the end of the street. I always remember the time I ficked it, and the light didn't come on.....the bulb had burned out.....but, to my astonishment, my cat came running. She had heard the clicking sound and responded! 😊
gorgeous!
Awesome!!!
So cute 😍
Beautiful catios! Thank you for sharing!
But where are the litter boxes? Of course they are going to poop on the turf if there are no litter boxes.
this property doesn't look like you need a catio... unless there are some pythons, crocodiles, and so on... :D
Great ! But add a few litter boxes so not to dirty on the plastic grass 🎉
beautifuuuuuuuuuuul
This is awesome!
🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈⬛🐈💚💛🧡amazing
Awww. I'm going to take notes on this one 🙂 Do they get along okay?
Fantastic ❤
Wow😮❤
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One more thing, I didn't see any litter boxes out in the catios or water. Do you have these available for them?
My cats used to be free roaming too. But one got hit by a car. Another in a fight with another cat. And of course waiting for them to come home at night. My hubby built a catio (not as elaborate as yours). Now they hang out on the catio. They’ve actually caught birds before. 😮 (bird must have got too close to the cage). I have thought about expanding their space. The problem is they spray the inside of the catio. I think another cat comes by and sprays the outside. 😢 any suggestions for that? You mentioned your cats used the fake grass to do their business. Do you have litter boxes? Any natural ground for them? My catio has 10x8 area just ground. We put play sand in it. I do have a litter box under the roof area. They use that too.
Thx for sharing! Love all the ideas!
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❤!
Do you every have any issues with snakes or smaller animals getting in?
what type of fencing wire did you use?
Aw I love what you have done! However, as much as we want to keep our furbabies safe, nothing beats real experience of woodland and real natural habitat where they roam and smell plants and are just curious. Would you consider the next move of an extension to your cation with adding in a real portion of your woodland ie part sectioned off and surrounded fenced in to incorporate woodland floor and tree climbing? Maybe grow some cat nip inbetween?
Put litter boxes in there.
Put a litter box out there.
👊💥
Can place some sand boxes around ...
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Put them a litter box out in the main area. They won't poop or pea on the rug again.