Cat Enclosures - Treat Your Indoor Cat to the Outdoors

You may want to keep your kitty indoors for safety reasons especially after you see the statistics on outdoor cats' death rates, but everyone and everything needs some fresh air once and a while. So why not invest in something to let your cat enjoy the outdoors regularly and safely.

Sure you could go out with her and supervise, but cat enclosures make this process so much easier. And they come in such a variety of shapes and sizes you can us one on a deck or patio, in the yard or just attached to your apartment window.

Yes there are portable, fence like kennels that can be used for cats. Some can be attached to each other to create a large space for your kitty to run and play, and with the included hammocks and shelves there is plenty of space for lounging as well. These mesh cat enclosures set up quickly and offer a safe environment for your cat to enjoy the fresh air, watch the birds and soak up the sun. Both you and your cat will be happy. And you can even attach it to a cat door so your kitty can have secure, outdoor access any time she wants.

You can place one in the yard, by the pool or even in the home if you want a safe and fun place for your cat to be while you are not home. Simply place a litter box in the privacy section and don't forget their food and water bowls and they will be content. Yes, cat enclosures can help both you and your cat. Your cat gets a fun place to play and get exercise and you get piece of mind knowing where she is at all times.

If you want you can even create a carnival for your cat and some of her friends with a carousel and Ferris wheel shaped enclosures complete with colorful bell-topped flags on top that are purr-fect cat toys. You and your cat can easily enjoy the outdoors together worry-free.

If you feel a cat enclosure is not for you there are other options. First you need to equip your cat with a collar with ID. Then you can simply walk with a leash around the neighborhood. Or invest in an in-ground fence for cats to keep her in the yard. If you have a regular fence you will need to make sure she cannot jump out. A fence needs to be quite tall to keep your cat in the yard, but wire mesh hung at a 45-degree angle along the top is quite effective at limiting escapes.

So no matter what you decide to invest in whether it is a fancy cat enclosure or just a simple collar and leash; it is worth it to share the outdoors with your kitty. No longer will she stare longingly out the window at the birds she wants to play with or the yard she wants to explore. Now she can enjoy it whenever she or you want.

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Cat Enclosures for Outdoors Satisfy Kitty's Curiosity

Ever hear the saying "curiosity killed the cat"? Cat enclosures for outdoors let kitty satisfy her curiosity in safety. We kitties are curious and want to explore the world around us and the call of the great outdoors is a lot to resist sometimes.

BUT...

The world outside is full of peril. There are dogs that chase us and mean neighborhood kids who torment us. Depending on where you live there may be other wild animals like raccoons or coyotes who would think a defenseless kitty a tasty morsel. Then there are cars, smelly ugly things that can crush a kitty flat in the time it takes to purr. Scary stuff.

We do like to get out and about and have a closer look at the backyard or just get a breath of fresh air and sniff all those enticing scents. Without a safe way to explore, kitties can be susceptible to all those dangers as well as being frightened and running off to what we think is safety only to find ourselves lost and homeless. We've all heard the rumors about what happens to homeless cats. No more tuna, catnip or soft laps. They have to fend for themselves and scrounge for food and safety.

What's a human to do to let kitty satisfy her curiosity without becoming buzzard bait? Outside cat enclosures are a great solution. They are made specifically for cats, not just a dog kennel retrofitted for size. Cat enclosures are fully enclosed so we stay in and the scary world stays out while letting us enjoy the fresh air and some birdwatching.

Our kitty enclosure has a mesh tunnel that hooks right up to a cat door in a window. We can come and go as we please to our larger outdoor cat pen. It is teepee shaped and has several platforms at different heights so we can keep an eye on the world from various perches. Its really great to get outside and indulge in birdwatching and dog tormenting. Silly beast can't get to us in our snug teepee and we can tease her to our heart's desire.

If you want to let your kitty get outside and satisfy some of her curious kitty instincts outdoor cat pens are a great way to do it. They come in all shapes and sizes. Some, like ours, can be set up as permanent structures for us to explore at will. Others are free-standing that you can set up in a quiet corner of the yard. Others are expandable, adding more tunnels and teepees to make them bigger and more elaborate. Some are strictly portable, small and easily moved that are perfect for an afternoon nap on the deck or apartment balcony. Whatever kind you're looking for, you're sure to find just what you need so curiosity doesn't kill your cat.

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What Are Cat Enclosures?

Cat enclosures can be defined as any structure that confines a cat to a given area. As you have likely figured out, if you search for that term you will find a collage of different "enclosures". Below I have listed several different types of enclosures, starting with the more traditional and representative structure of cat enclosures.

Cat Walk - Cat walks usually offer passage into the house and stretch into a backyard. The walk allows your pet to roam in the yard protected by a half-cylindrical mesh. This structure can be pieced together to extend the distance, allowing your feline friend to cover more ground. This design is the most popular choice for residences, like homes and apartments. Some walks can break down and fold into carry bags so you can bring your pet virtually anywhere. Costs can range from a hundred up to the limit of your bank account, depending on how ambitious you get with your design.

Cat Cages - Like the walk, cat cages allow pets to roam in the backyard and are sometimes offer passage to the house. Cat cages range from small indoor aluminum structures to zoo-size enclosures. Heavy constructions can be required with larger cages and the structures are typically permanent. Due to their premium cost, people usually opt for the cat walk in lieu of the grandiose design of the larger cat cage. Smaller cages can be found for a hundred dollars but permanent backyard enclosures will easily soar into the thousands. Cat cages can support many cats and are often themed with different landscapes.

Invisible/Radio and Wireless Fencing - Radio fence utilizes a buried wire that is stretched along a perimeter decided by the user. A transmitter collar is utilized to keep the pet away from the perimeter through subtle shocks or audible signals. The encouragement is enough to let the cat know the boundary without hurting the animal. Wireless fencing works on the same principle, however the devices create a signal that forms a radius, allowing your pet a space to roam freely. Wireless fencing is normally utilized for mobile people that want to enjoy the company of their pets without bringing a cage or leash. Invisible/radio fencing can cost around $500.00 depending on property size, while the wireless fencing costs only a couple hundred.

Reinforced Fencing - Attached to the top of the fence, at some distance apart, are 3'-4' "hangers" that angle inward toward the yard. A mesh is secured to each hanger creating netted barrier. Not only does it increase the fence's but when the cat grabs onto the mesh, springs in the hangers allow flex, the cat feels the give and ultimately releases. The more expensive units come with mesh, however cheaper versions are available. The less expensive units simply raise the fences height and angle towards the yard with wire strung between hangers. The added height, angle and wire provide a rigid barrier between your pet and the outside world. Usually these units do not have flex and use strands of wire as opposed to netting. Reinforced fencing usually cost $600- 900 but can cost more or less, depending on property size.

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