It's no secret that pet owners will go above and beyond to please their pets. But, we have to admit, the catio is taking animal luxury to a whole new level. And while the trend might seem totally “extra,” we have to say the idea is pretty great.
The idea is that the patio for cats gives your feline access to the great outdoors but gives you peace of mind for their safety. Maybe they're an indoor cat you want to keep safe, or perhaps they often stray too far from home. Maybe you're just concerned about surrounding wildlife. Whatever your reason may be, a catio is a great solution to your concerns about your cat being outside.
The catio's range in size and scale — some are attached to the windows like window boxes, while others are quite large and attached right to the side of the home. Some are even entire patio enclosures you and your cat can enjoy together. To get an idea of how people are taking advantage of the catio trend, check out some of the coolest catio's we could find.
1. The classic
Check out this catio! We love how the design of it matches the style of the home, too. It's definitely not an eye sore. The cat owners who created it had this to say, “Mars really, really likes his catio! He goes into it through the cat door several times a day, regardless of the weather. He LOVES being outdoors and I have peace of mind knowing he is always safe.”
2. The man cave
This catio is dedicated to the Seatle Seahawks — the favorite team of one man and his cat. The catio features 12 flags, a football rug, an NFL figurine of Marshawn Lynch, a chair and of course, a few football cat toys.
3. Wildlife window watcher
This window box catio is perfect for watching the birds and other wildlife, which your cat will love. But the big plus is that it is located below the window, so it doesn't obstruct your own views of the great outdoors.
4. The catio people can enjoy, too
By transforming an outdoor deck with some elements to jump and climb, as well as screening to keep the cat in, this is the ultimate spot for both human and feline to enjoy the great outdoors.
Michele Gigliotti
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Alli Beckas
Jordan Nale
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Nicole Norman
Kasey Marie Mitchell
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Kathryn Cattaneo
Vicki Gearside
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Justin Gearside Racheal Pearson Gearside so Bella
Rachel Simons
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Jason Simons
Lauren Morley Hutto
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Lindsey Hinds
Terri Page Schur
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Crystal Peele Longtine
Katja Levy
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Emily Louise
Crystal Peele Longtine
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I have it saved on Pinterest. FYI. Max is at the front door again
Crystal Peele Longtine
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Terri Page Schur no!
Rebecca Rowland
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Lolly Wheatcroft
Lolly Wheatcroft
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But then there would be no chance of them running away or getting thrown in a canal.
Donna Eastman
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Mine has the run of my big ole porch. She has her own “patch” plus the run of the place.
Marie Ridge
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Steve Bycroft haven’t you been doing this for 25 years?!
Leah Maree Press
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Damien Ziomek
Dennis Giesbrecht
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Kevin Lea
Charlynn Franklin
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Geoff Franklin Vanessa Franklin
Desiree Montano-Rosario
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Alicia M Teneyuca
Alicia M Teneyuca
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Yes!!! I told Michael Dom Valdez I wanted to do this for the cats!
Toni Goodhew
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Lisa is this the kind of thing you were thinking of?
Faye Louise
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Sharon Burton
Charlie Stinson
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Melanie LaCasse
Lucille Gregor Hoffman
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Gina Gregor Cassidy. Get Michael on this for Zucc.
Gina Gregor Cassidy
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Ha!
Cindi Brazee
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Jennie Ward
Donna Hensley
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this is good idea
Molly Magoo
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Great idea