Catio
An outdoor cat enclosure or “cat patio,”is the purrfect solution to solve the indoor/outdoor dilemma and keep your cat safe, healthy and happy. Kitty can enjoy fresh air, sunbathe and be entertained by watching other wildlife all within a safe enclosed perimeter. They are relatively easy to DIY, or you can purchase pre-made. By far the safest solution to allow kitty to enjoy the outdoors.
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Fence Top Cat Barrier
A fenced overhang that prevents cats from climbing over fences and up trees. It fits on any height wood, vinyl, masonry, wire or chain link fence. Kits attach together to meet the length of any size fence.
Where to buy:
Protect A Pet- A company who uses thin galvanized and powder-coated steel fixed at an angle on secure fencing. It’s the perfect solution for any sized garden or balcony and has been used by renowned cat behaviorist Vicky Halls as well as many cat breeders. Based out of the UK but has a variety of pet proof ideas and great pictures.
Purrfectfence - http://www.purrfectfence.com/
Protect A Pet- A company who uses thin galvanized and powder-coated steel fixed at an angle on secure fencing. It’s the perfect solution for any sized garden or balcony and has been used by renowned cat behaviorist Vicky Halls as well as many cat breeders. Based out of the UK but has a variety of pet proof ideas and great pictures.
Purrfectfence - http://www.purrfectfence.com/
Catproof Your Yard = Complete Free DIY Instructions to build your own cat fence overhang.
Cat Proof Fencing w/pics https://cat-behaviour-and-cat-grooming.com/2013/11/05/getting-the-correct-cat-proof-fencing/
Roller Fencing
Installed on top of yard fencing so that kitty can not get a grip to hop over. Detours kitty from getting out of an enclosed yard by jumping over a fence. Some manufacturers and a DIY system are listed below.
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Coyote Roller - https://coyoteroller.com/
Colorado Coyote Rollers - https://coloradocoyoterollers.com/
Katzecure - Out of UK, but great diagrams and pictures. A British company who thought up a very simple but effective design. Rollers! The cat cannot get a grip on the rollers to climb over. Double rollers are used for breeds that are huge climbers such as Norwegian Forest cats. Many breeders use this type of cat proofing and it blends in very well with most gardens.
Oscillot - An Australian company that manufactures and ships parts to build and install yourself.
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DIY Homemade Coyote Roller Fencing
Cat Proof Your Yard DIY Instructions
Window Boxes
The perfect solution if you do not have a yard. These are easy to make for any DIY enthusiast. Chicken wire around a frame is best with a solid base. Your cat will love sitting out in the fresh air on their own kitty condo.
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