What amazes me, is why "we" didn't think of catios sooner. The idea is just so brilliant and even a small space outside is a win-win for everyone. This one really is a paradise and totally stress-free for the humans. Where's the cat darling? He's in his catio. Wonderful.
You made a cat paradise and gave these little guys a wonderful home! I also live in an area where there's shootings all the time, in Chicago. I'm in the process of creating a safe outdoor place for my two rescue cats, as well. What you've done is a tremendous inspiration! Thank you so much for sharing! And for caring so much about cats!!
Love how u incorporated a lot of plants in and outside of the catio, if u want to make it even more discreet, plant some morning glory’s against the tunnels, they climb and they will attract lots of bugs, birds, bees and squirrels.
This video is 5 years old, and I love to watch it again and again. Your cats are SOOOOO HAPPY!!!!! I get so excited to be able to watch the cats enjoy their lives like yours obviously do. Bless you. I have 4 regular-sized catios, 4 window catios, and am in the process of building tunnels to connect them. I am also designing a very large catio with lots of enrichment so they may climb, jump, run, or just nap in a 24ft long X 10ft high space. I will say this. My 7 cats (all rescues) have a 4pm curfew, which means all the pet doors are closed, and until 4pm, they can run at large (they stay in my half acre backyard), but all except one, stay inside their catios with the doors wide open. They LOVE their catios so much, and choose to be in them. So, for anyone who complains about cats being in cages, etc, my cats prefer their catios over being loose in the yard, and have since I build them a year ago. Prior to having catios and window catios, they just hung out in the yard until 4pm. I have videos of this, if anyone wants to see them. They aren't edited or professional, etc, but just there for my family to go and view them. My cats run up and down their ramps, lie on the shelves, and sleep in their cuddle boxes. Catos are THE BEST invention to not only keep our beloved babies safe, but also other wildlife as well. WIN WIN. BEAUTIFUL. Bless you.
Thanks! Your babies are so cute, I just watched some of your videos. I made the mistake of taking my cats out on a leash and now that's all my Willy wants to do. But he still also likes his catio.
@@juliakonya7266 oh no, hahaha. You're in trouble now. I walk my dogs every day, most times twice, but I don't walk my cats. That would be hilarious tho. I used to have cats that walked my dogs with me (loose, not on a leash) but they crossed the rainbow bridge. I'm sure my current cats would love to walk with us. At least a couple anyway. They usually come with some trauma, but the ones that don't, would probably love to walk with us. Two of my rescues followed me home while I was walking my dogs, so they'd for sure probably like to. They were neighborhood drop-offs, ughhhhh. Nobody would claim them. In fact, my last 3 were neighborhood drop-offs, now that I think about it. I'll put up more videos when I'm further along on my newest catios and tunnels. I built one in the last couple of weeks for my newest rescue (Ruby) because she's taking a bit longer to integrate with my other cats, and I don't think her window catio is enough for her to get exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. I put one into a tree that has a bunch of birds for some great cat tv for her to enjoy. She's going to love it. Her left ear is tipped, so she's a catch and release that somehow found her way into my neighborhood. Very skittish, but friendly. We live next to a wildlife preserve so we've got coyotes everywhere, mtn lions, bobcats, raccoons, hawks, owls, and everything in between. Have to be VERY careful, even with the dogs. Wayyyy too many predators. Bless you.
@@energeticsoulhealer888 my Willy and his siblings were found at weeks old in our neighborhood and I raised them with a bottle. His siblings are with my husband's cousin. Willy is the one who loves to walk on the leash. We also have strays in the neighborhood. I TNRed them and was able to take one of them in. People love dumping cats where we live as well. Did you see the tutorial I have on how I built my tunnels?
Aww that is wonderful. You have some very loved cats. I live in an apartment and have 2 cats. They demand to go out so I bought a cat stroller and we walk and let them play freely outside but I'm always right with them. We have huge hawks here.
Such a beautiful job Julia! And designed with such thoughtfulness and respect for your cats needs. So absolutely wonderful to encounter such a kind person doing such lovely things. Thank you, you have made my day!
wow, what a good cat resort! I have an orange/white Tabby who looks exactly like yours, his name is Chuck Norris, and he is the boss of the house, 11 years old, best cat ever!
You’re an awesome cat dad! this is a fabulous beautiful Catio and obviously your cats are really enjoying it. good job!!!! it’s so beautiful with all the greenery around it
I love this, and even where you say time to clean up some leaves, I think cats love to walk in leaves and grass and dirt (my cat even likes to roll in dirt). My cat can go outside but when we are away on vacation has to stay in. This could be a solution for him to go out unsupervised.
WoW very Nice.. I cant leave cat out.. Because.. Too many Mad Wilds Cats... Danger.. I want my Cat out.. Have fun.. Like you Build..s Cats Cage I love it Kool... I love it.. always
I've Been wanting to do this for my two cats. I don't have a fence nor shade around my house its about30-40 to the nearest tree or bush for shade. But for now, I can at least make an outdoor space and just us the darker color roof panels like yours over most of it. Actually, I want a space for me too to get out of the sun and bugs. I think I'll use screening on the outside of the wire fencing to keep the skeeters from getting in and then add some branches with platforms all around for the. The younger cat has always tried to get outside and she has made on a few occasions. She always bolts for a good run which she does inside that we call "she's got the zoomies". Perhaps I'll figure out a way for her to run out there.
You should check out my blog. There are a bunch of other enclosures. For example cuckoo4design.com/connected-outside-cat-enclosures-with-an-enclosed-tree/ Good luck with your escape artists ;)
That is exactly how I started too, or you can buy a larger kennel and just build a tunnel to enter it. That works too. I have some ideas in my blog post
Thank you so much. There is more inspiration on my blog too. For example how I built the tunnels and at the bottom of that post more links to other enclosures cuckoo4design.com/outdoor-cat-tunnel/
Great catio - I'd love to be able to do that, but stupid condo rules don't allow it :-( Your calico - she is gorgeous! And, one of my cats looks just like Willy (except mine has a half moustache - lol - but, I won't tell her that.) :-) My other one is a Russian Blue. Cats are amazing animals, and yours sure have the life! Mine hang out in the windows looking out, wish I could have a catio for them.
very charming video nice cats and a nice build but you have to leave the texts up long enough for one's eyes to be able to focus long enough to be able to read it🤔🤔🤔
0:27 They'd love it better if it allowed them to look over the top of the fence ! You could dill some spy holes through the fence ;) Further improvements: 1. Complete the tunnels to make a complete circuit - this would give them an exercise journey - little point going to a dead end and then having to retrace one's steps. 2. Garden soil space for them to use as a toilet. Ideally 2 spaces - that you can dig over alternate months while the use the other one. They so much prefer going outside for that - although I knew one place where the cats would come in to pee ! Would it be too big a job to just put a mesh over the entire garden ?
Thank you and of course, you can! I linked to it above. Just click on "SHOW MORE" under my video description and there is a direct link to the exact same one.
This is such an amazing catio. I have so much respect for you keeping your cats safe but still active and allowing them to feel the outdoors on their little bean toes! Also, cats need fresh air and sunshine. The sun gives them vitamins which they actually absorb through their fur! Amazing job. Hopefully one day my cats will have their own enclosure! (Right now mine are outside only with supervision!)
I wish I had the skills to build a catio like this for my Garfield. My neighbor lady threatened to poison my cat and so now I have to keep him inside and he is very unhappy :(
Oh no! People are so mean! Have you ever considered buying a chicken coop structure and placing it right against the house by a window that would open into the structure? It would work great for cats too.
@@juliakonya7266 Yeah, I've been looking at different options including cat proof fencing but I'm not sure how I want to proceed yet. My cat is an avid hunter and not just a sight-seer so I have to provide him with something that allows him more freedom of movement around the yard. I have trained him to walk around the yard while I have him on a leash but I can tell he hates it.
Hi there! The fence isn't high all the way around the yard, especially on the hill. They can easily jump over the fence too or go under it in some areas.
Do you have an emergency door latches in the ramp to get the kitties out asap? I'm always nervous about not being able to get my babies in their carrier for emergency evacuation. I'm mostly worried about fire.
What amazes me, is why "we" didn't think of catios sooner. The idea is just so brilliant and even a small space outside is a win-win for everyone. This one really is a paradise and totally stress-free for the humans. Where's the cat darling? He's in his catio. Wonderful.
You made a cat paradise and gave these little guys a wonderful home! I also live in an area where there's shootings all the time, in Chicago. I'm in the process of creating a safe outdoor place for my two rescue cats, as well. What you've done is a tremendous inspiration! Thank you so much for sharing! And for caring so much about cats!!
Thank you so much and good luck with your enclosure space. Your cats will love it
Thanks for sharing !👍❤️💐
Very beautiful and peaceful
thanks
The cats are very calm too.
Yes they are pretty chill
Love how u incorporated a lot of plants in and outside of the catio, if u want to make it even more discreet, plant some morning glory’s against the tunnels, they climb and they will attract lots of bugs, birds, bees and squirrels.
What a beautiful yard you have! Lucky cats!
Thank you
I love your catio.I always want the fur babies safe and happy .Yours are both .
Thank you! I hope they are :)
Que gran idea..gatitos afortunados♥..te felicito
So comfort place for your lucky cats 😻😻😻😻😍
Willie is such a good looking young cat. Wonderful enclosure. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! He I raised him with a bottle since he was 2 weeks old. He's a really cat.
I'm glad that you mention the wiring underground to prevent other animals from getting in, or them digging their way out. Nice, safe and comfortable:)
Thanks so much! It's important too
I guess I'm pretty randomly asking but do anyone know a good site to watch newly released tv shows online?
@Issac Jett Lately I have been using Flixzone. You can find it on google :)
@Connor Royce Definitely, have been using FlixZone for since april myself :D
@Connor Royce Thanks, I went there and it seems to work :D I really appreciate it !
What a beautiful yard! I really like the care you have shown not to disrupt nature and making sure thr cats are able to enjoy that .
Those are perfect tunnels along the fence with all the foliage cover. Love the hideaways! Well done. So many catios are way too small.
Thanks so much Dyana. Planning on building some more tunnels hopefully soon
This video is 5 years old, and I love to watch it again and again. Your cats are SOOOOO HAPPY!!!!! I get so excited to be able to watch the cats enjoy their lives like yours obviously do. Bless you.
I have 4 regular-sized catios, 4 window catios, and am in the process of building tunnels to connect them. I am also designing a very large catio with lots of enrichment so they may climb, jump, run, or just nap in a 24ft long X 10ft high space. I will say this. My 7 cats (all rescues) have a 4pm curfew, which means all the pet doors are closed, and until 4pm, they can run at large (they stay in my half acre backyard), but all except one, stay inside their catios with the doors wide open. They LOVE their catios so much, and choose to be in them. So, for anyone who complains about cats being in cages, etc, my cats prefer their catios over being loose in the yard, and have since I build them a year ago. Prior to having catios and window catios, they just hung out in the yard until 4pm. I have videos of this, if anyone wants to see them. They aren't edited or professional, etc, but just there for my family to go and view them. My cats run up and down their ramps, lie on the shelves, and sleep in their cuddle boxes.
Catos are THE BEST invention to not only keep our beloved babies safe, but also other wildlife as well. WIN WIN.
BEAUTIFUL. Bless you.
Thanks! Your babies are so cute, I just watched some of your videos. I made the mistake of taking my cats out on a leash and now that's all my Willy wants to do. But he still also likes his catio.
@@juliakonya7266 oh no, hahaha. You're in trouble now. I walk my dogs every day, most times twice, but I don't walk my cats. That would be hilarious tho. I used to have cats that walked my dogs with me (loose, not on a leash) but they crossed the rainbow bridge. I'm sure my current cats would love to walk with us. At least a couple anyway. They usually come with some trauma, but the ones that don't, would probably love to walk with us. Two of my rescues followed me home while I was walking my dogs, so they'd for sure probably like to. They were neighborhood drop-offs, ughhhhh. Nobody would claim them. In fact, my last 3 were neighborhood drop-offs, now that I think about it.
I'll put up more videos when I'm further along on my newest catios and tunnels. I built one in the last couple of weeks for my newest rescue (Ruby) because she's taking a bit longer to integrate with my other cats, and I don't think her window catio is enough for her to get exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. I put one into a tree that has a bunch of birds for some great cat tv for her to enjoy. She's going to love it. Her left ear is tipped, so she's a catch and release that somehow found her way into my neighborhood. Very skittish, but friendly. We live next to a wildlife preserve so we've got coyotes everywhere, mtn lions, bobcats, raccoons, hawks, owls, and everything in between. Have to be VERY careful, even with the dogs. Wayyyy too many predators.
Bless you.
@@energeticsoulhealer888 my Willy and his siblings were found at weeks old in our neighborhood and I raised them with a bottle. His siblings are with my husband's cousin. Willy is the one who loves to walk on the leash. We also have strays in the neighborhood. I TNRed them and was able to take one of them in. People love dumping cats where we live as well. Did you see the tutorial I have on how I built my tunnels?
I like this one, especially the walkway
Beautiful just beautiful THe screen spaces are just the perfect size to let the kitties be safe and look, thru withut obstructing their view.
Thank you! I am pretty sure they love it
I want a space in mine where I can join and sit with her. I’m so excited
I would love that too but we didn't have room :(
Makes me wanna be a cat.
Love that
Me too
Willie is a sweet animal.
I love this. Shows that you dont need a big space, but a small space with the cat in mind is enough. :)
Thanks and I agree, you don't have to have a big space. Our yard is really tiny. I'm still hoping that I can make it a little bigger though
Hermosos gatitos beautiful I like it
Sending video to my husband
i love watching this cats...nice patio...thanks for sharing.
Wonderful place for all cats love it😻😻😻
Hay mess meyaw good luck your cats 🐈🐈🐈🐈✌❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
They seem to love it. I love the black and whites. 💜
Thanks, my little Willy is a special guy.
Lucky kitties!
Aww that is wonderful. You have some very loved cats. I live in an apartment and have 2 cats. They demand to go out so I bought a cat stroller and we walk and let them play freely outside but I'm always right with them. We have huge hawks here.
What a beautiful setting. Love the space and garden.
Thank you so much!
Such a beautiful job Julia! And designed with such thoughtfulness and respect for your cats needs. So absolutely wonderful to encounter such a kind person doing such lovely things. Thank you, you have made my day!
Thanks so much for such a sweet comment.
Make them wear little blaze orange vests, too. LOL Great job.
Wow!! I love it - wish my kitties had one !
Thank you! My kitties love it
Thank you My Dear , for sharing , I love it . I need catio for my kitties .
Thanks and I hope you get one too
@@juliakonya7266 which country you belong madam
Super nice for the cat's love it ❤️
Just lovely 😻 🥰
Thank you
Nice catio, one of the best I've ever seen, really for the cats to enjoy, not the owners. ^. . ^
Really love your catio and it just shows how much you care for your 🐈 🐈🐈🐈🐈🐈🐈!
BTW....your garden is awesome, too! The elephant ears are so big!
Thank you so much! They are in their full glory again right now
1:34 All of my cat is a rescue cat !
Wow!!! Love it! Keeping your site in my sights.
Thanks, I appreciate it
wow, what a good cat resort! I have an orange/white Tabby who looks exactly like yours, his name is Chuck Norris, and he is the boss of the house, 11 years old, best cat ever!
Thanks! Mine is actually an orange female with three toes and her name is Maya. She's named after a German cartoon bumble bee ;)
@@juliakonya7266 the size of her I thought was a male, mine, Chuck Norris, is a 16 pound male, but your cat looks just like him!
You are an awesome human being!!!! Love how well you take care of your cats!!!
Thanks so much! Love my babies
Wonderful..Amazing..Done so well..such a gud idea..I love it..God Bless U, ur family n ur cute cats😇..
Thank you
Great idea, protects the cats and the local wildlife.
Beautiful cats and catio. 😻
Nice job! I like the multi destinations too.
Thank you
This is the best catio I've seen so far.
I love it !!! Thankyou for sharing.
I really enjoyed watching this video. I have 9 rescued cats that are strictly indoor and am thinking to make one catio. Healthy kids you have there ❤️
Thank you and good luck. I think your cats would love it
Wow, impressive!
Thank you!
that is beautiful & very impressive
I am so doing this for my Onyx girl
Awesome,genius idea. Well built . Bless you for taking care to make life of these cats perfect in every way.
You’re an awesome cat dad! this is a fabulous beautiful Catio and obviously your cats are really enjoying it. good job!!!! it’s so beautiful with all the greenery around it
Thank you! I'm a cat mommy :) though and built it all by myself
Julia Konya oh😄😄😄 So much the better!!! I’m a cat mommy too, but I couldn’t do what you did
Very nicely...you are a great person....and live your 🐱...
Thank you
Very cool.
Nice jungle back yard.
I LIKE IT
Love it
Awesome!
such an amazing creation !!! waow
Thanks so much
Nice job!!!
Awesome great place for the babies Safe place love it
I just want to be a cat and live at your house😸
😀 thanks
Very well done, great addition to your cats lives, couldn't help but love it. Thank you for the video.
Thanks so much!
I love these kitties❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love this, and even where you say time to clean up some leaves, I think cats love to walk in leaves and grass and dirt (my cat even likes to roll in dirt). My cat can go outside but when we are away on vacation has to stay in. This could be a solution for him to go out unsupervised.
Yes they love the dirt for sure. He would probably love it for when you are on vacation
This is a nice catio if you don't want to build your own liketk.it/4FcKD
Nice!!
That's really cool 👍
So very nicely done...something for me do do soon...thank you
Great job, you guys have a nice and safe place for your fur babies.
love it
Thank you
What great outdoor area for the babies. Thanks for the great video. 😺
Nice
Awesome enclosure. Beautiful, happy, and safe cats. Thank you for not letting them roam free.
Thank you
Nice work with the catio & what a beautiful garden! I especially loved the "catwalk" :)
What a wonderful idea, and what beautiful cats you have. All the best and thank you for sharing.
WoW very Nice..
I cant leave cat out..
Because.. Too many Mad
Wilds Cats...
Danger..
I want my Cat out..
Have fun..
Like you Build..s Cats Cage
I love it
Kool...
I love it.. always
I've Been wanting to do this for my two cats. I don't have a fence nor shade around my house its about30-40 to the nearest tree or bush for shade. But for now, I can at least make an outdoor space and just us the darker color roof panels like yours over most of it. Actually, I want a space for me too to get out of the sun and bugs. I think I'll use screening on the outside of the wire fencing to keep the skeeters from getting in and then add some branches with platforms all around for the. The younger cat has always tried to get outside and she has made on a few occasions. She always bolts for a good run which she does inside that we call "she's got the zoomies". Perhaps I'll figure out a way for her to run out there.
You should check out my blog. There are a bunch of other enclosures. For example cuckoo4design.com/connected-outside-cat-enclosures-with-an-enclosed-tree/ Good luck with your escape artists ;)
beautiful cats and wonderful outdoor enclosure.....you did great!!
4:00 - great - they even have their own shower !
(plant watering system)
What kind if red and white flowers is that! Gorgeous!!!! Spill it!
The red flowers are on our azalea bush :)
I love it, i wish i could build stuff like this.
Thanks Tia, it really wasn't so bad to build.
Try to build a small one 1st. If it comes out good or near good, add onto it.
That is exactly how I started too, or you can buy a larger kennel and just build a tunnel to enter it. That works too. I have some ideas in my blog post
@@juliakonya7266 That's how I start most projects.
@@teestjulian that's a good way to do it.
We just built a catio for my cats
oh yay! I hope they love it!
AMAZING! I've been looking for inspiration for my catio, and I definitely found it here!
Thank you so much. There is more inspiration on my blog too. For example how I built the tunnels and at the bottom of that post more links to other enclosures cuckoo4design.com/outdoor-cat-tunnel/
Great catio - I'd love to be able to do that, but stupid condo rules don't allow it :-( Your calico - she is gorgeous! And, one of my cats looks just like Willy (except mine has a half moustache - lol - but, I won't tell her that.) :-) My other one is a Russian Blue. Cats are amazing animals, and yours sure have the life! Mine hang out in the windows looking out, wish I could have a catio for them.
oh no...yes stupid condo rules :( My calico passed away of old age at 18 years old. I miss her so much.
very charming video nice cats and a nice build but you have to leave the texts up long enough for one's eyes to be able to focus long enough to be able to read it🤔🤔🤔
0:27 They'd love it better if it allowed them to look over the top of the fence ! You could dill some spy holes through the fence ;)
Further improvements:
1. Complete the tunnels to make a complete circuit - this would give them an exercise journey - little point going to a dead end and then having to retrace one's steps.
2. Garden soil space for them to use as a toilet. Ideally 2 spaces - that you can dig over alternate months while the use the other one. They so much prefer going outside for that - although I knew one place where the cats would come in to pee !
Would it be too big a job to just put a mesh over the entire garden ?
If more people did just half of this it would keep the cats safer and also the animals that are needlessly killed by them!
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How cool is that?
I feel the same way about my babies, I got 12 now, the best investment was to hired some body to built a kitty-run for my babies
Oh that is awesome that you found someone to build you one.
Love it! Question - how do yoy clean the ramp or cat walk areas?
I either use a pressure washer or just a shop vac to clean out debris
wonderful! Can I ask where you purchased the kitty door for the window?
Thank you and of course, you can! I linked to it above. Just click on "SHOW MORE" under my video description and there is a direct link to the exact same one.
I suspect many of them can be fitted to doors or windows.
This is such an amazing catio. I have so much respect for you keeping your cats safe but still active and allowing them to feel the outdoors on their little bean toes! Also, cats need fresh air and sunshine. The sun gives them vitamins which they actually absorb through their fur! Amazing job. Hopefully one day my cats will have their own enclosure! (Right now mine are outside only with supervision!)
Cool how do you clean out the yucky leaves and such.
we either use a pressure washer or leaf blowers
I wish I had the skills to build a catio like this for my Garfield. My neighbor lady threatened to poison my cat and so now I have to keep him inside and he is very unhappy :(
Oh no! People are so mean! Have you ever considered buying a chicken coop structure and placing it right against the house by a window that would open into the structure? It would work great for cats too.
@@juliakonya7266 Yeah, I've been looking at different options including cat proof fencing but I'm not sure how I want to proceed yet. My cat is an avid hunter and not just a sight-seer so I have to provide him with something that allows him more freedom of movement around the yard. I have trained him to walk around the yard while I have him on a leash but I can tell he hates it.
@@CaneFu That's awesome! My cats actually hunt more than I"d like in their catio still. Some little creatures find their way into it
This is so fun and creative! I'm wondering though, why do you need it if you have such a high fence?
Hi there! The fence isn't high all the way around the yard, especially on the hill. They can easily jump over the fence too or go under it in some areas.
Hooman: Look at your beautiful catio!
Cats: Why are we all locked up in this wire cage?
Correct
😍😘😍😘😍😘😍
Do you have an emergency door latches in the ramp to get the kitties out asap? I'm always nervous about not being able to get my babies in their carrier for emergency evacuation. I'm mostly worried about fire.
Yes, I'm worried about that too. I do have two emergency doors but not in the tunnels/ramps.