If you want to stay budget-friendly but you’ve got a bigger feline friend (maybe a Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest Cat) then the LONGOU makes a great budget alternative. Coming in at almost 5 inches taller than our other budget option the LONGOU also features a somewhat sturdier tent pole design that’s still super easy to put together. It’s still very reasonably priced and budget-friendly, too.

There are many free-standing enclosures with or without runs available in kit form ready to be assembled. These may also be the best option if you do not own your home, as they can be moved with you; likewise, if you are planning to move to a new house, a free-standing enclosure is probably a more economical and practical choice. An outdoor cat enclosure should have a few important features. Here’s what to consider when selecting an outdoor enclosure for your cat:

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Cat enclosures can be made from a variety of materials, such as wire mesh, wood, or plastic. They can be as simple as a single room or as elaborate as a multi-level structure with multiple rooms and levels. Cat enclosures can also be customized to fit the size and needs of your cat. Going portable means your cat gets a little bit of a different experience every time they get to play in the enclosure! Since our main goal for indoor cats is to introduce some enrichment and playtime changing up the area is a great way to keep everything fresh and interesting! Stealth Mode There’s little doubt this is a quality product based on hundreds of people reviewing and an overall score of 4.6 out of five. One buyer said the maker had thought of everything and it has lots of room for bed, food, litter and various toys. Users have taken it on their travels and say it opens up in a minute and can be folded flat. Just watch out for the zipper which a small number say isn’t as robust as expected. Portability. Portability isn’t essential for everyone, but it can be nice. It generally requires a trade-off though. Portable options that can be placed virtually wherever you’d like and even taken on the go, plus they’re generally compact enough that they can be used indoors as well if a cat needs to be contained for some reason, but they’re generally not as large as more permanent options and they’re not intended to be left up long term, so you’ll need to add the necessary toys and accessories every time you want to use the portable outdoor cat enclosure.

What I Love About It:The extra stake poles and the loops to attach them are a nice feature that helps keep this enclosure secure in place. This can be really nice if you want to leave it set up outside between uses without it having to worry about it blowing away. Because cats love being outside! Even the lifelong housecat can’t help but be curious about what lies outside the front door. A safe, portable outdoor cat enclosure can be a great way for brave cats to get a feel of the outdoors without being in any danger. It’s also easier than teaching your cat to walk on a leash since you simply place the enclosure where you want it to be and let your cat have fun! Given how many different outdoor cat enclosures there are, you can feel spoiled for choice but there are some things to bear in mind. When it comes to portability, it’s tough to beat this enclosure. Because it’s made almost entirely from a lightweight mesh, the entire enclosure weighs only 7 pounds and fits compactly into a small carrying case. Hunting is another outdoor activity that cats like to engage in; even if they don’t catch any prey, they are often pouncing on leaves or lizards. You can replicate this somewhat by hiding food or by providing it in food-releasing toys. Of course, cats love to climb trees and sit somewhere high up where they can watch the world from above, so allow your cat access to windowsills, ledges and shelves, preferably where they can see out as well as in.City buildings can be difficult to provide your cat with all they need. You don’t feel safe letting them onto the balcony as it is, and you don’t really want to allow them to go outside because it is a) difficult to get them out and b) busy roads and cats don’t mix. At the same time, the study says, cats can benefit from exercise and the performing of natural behaviors – the researchers cite exploring, hunting and climbing. In conclusion, the authors said: “Housing that encourages natural motivated behaviors is important for good welfare in cats because it encourages physical activity and prevents negative affective states, such as boredom and frustration.”

A catio can either attach to your home, be freestanding in your garden or be fitted to a balcony. Access can be granted through an open door or window, or through a cat flap if you want to give them a bit more free rein (and prevent cold draughts!) This octagonal outdoor cat enclosure is spacious with a width of 45 inches and a height of 22 inches. That makes the footprint of the enclosure just under 10 feet, giving plenty of room for a litter box, bedding, and play space. It even has an external water feeder bottle holder so you don’t have to use up valuable space inside for a water bowl that can be accidentally overturned. Additional external pouches allow you to store additional items without taking up space inside. At 19.7” x 19.7” x 18.1”, the compartment is spacious enough to fit most litter boxes. The removable divider allows you to make the space even larger, at 29.5” x 19.7” x 18.1”. The enclosure can be used for various purposes: you can use it as a litter box cabinet to hide the mess, turn it into a cozy cat house by adding a cat bed inside, or even top it off with lovely plants to enliven your home. So, a catio balcony enclosure is an ideal option. It is safer than netting and balcony fencing as it is completely closed in with a roof, and can’t be broken or chewed. You can relax knowing they are safe, and they can go out to watch the world go by whenever they want.

The Amzdeal portable cat playpen is currently only available in blue. It is made from nylon which is both lightweight (the playpen weighs a total of 4.3kg) and highly durable making it resistant to cat scratches.

According to productreview.com.au. Bow Wow Meow Pet Insurance has been chosen as Product Review’s Pet Insurance Award Winner every year from 2018 to 2023 inclusively. Refer to the applicable Product Disclosure Statement for details of Bow Wow Meow Pet Insurance cover. There is a growing acceptance by cat owners of the benefits and need to contain cats, resulting increasing numbers of cats that are kept solely indoors. Most cats adapt well to living indoors, especially if this is undertaken from an early age. However, adult cats that are used to roaming freely outdoors may have some difficulty adjusting to this dramatic change in their lifestyle. If this is true for your cat, we recommend keeping him inside overnight, then gradually increasing the time you keep him in by day. Providing him with a safe and secure outdoor cat enclosure or outdoor cat run will go a long way in easing his transition to contained, indoor living.This Herture Cat Litter Box Enclosure Hidden Litter Box Furniture is the perfect combination of cat tree and litter box furniture. It provides cats with a place to rest and play, while also helping to hide odours and reduce clutter in any living room or bedroom. The enclosure is made from sturdy MDF and is water and stain resistant, making it easy to clean. Place a litter tray in the cabinet to give your cat a private bathroom, or add a cat bed and turn it into a cosy cat condo.