What Is A Catio And Why Does Your Kitty Need One?

Squarepegs Handyman is pleased to be the leading installer of cat enclosures throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and the rest of the Hunter.

We work to keep your cat safe by creating an outdoor cat enclosure that is secure while also entertaining for your kitty.

What Is A Catio

Another name for a Catio is an Outdoor Cat Enclosure, or a Cat Run. It is an outdoor structure featuring specially designed mesh that can be freestanding, or attached to your home, and allows your cats to safely experience and enjoy the outdoors.

All of the Catios made by Squarepegs Handyman are custom designed to meet the unique needs of you, your family and, most importantly, your feline.

A Catio provides your cat with the opportunity to be outside while remaining protected from the environment and protecting the environment from your cat.

WHY A CATIO IS THE BEST THING FOR YOUR CAT

There are a number of myths surrounding cat ownership (which are debunked in this article). Perhaps the most detrimental is the belief that cats need their freedom and they need to roam. 

This assumption seems to stem from the fact that cats who are exclusively kept inside can and do get bored.

With little stimuli to hold their attention and keep their minds active, our feline friends tend to become bored or anxious indoors and these feelings can manifest themselves in negative ways like scratching carpet and furniture, self-harming and other destructive behaviours.

While many cat owners routinely decide to let their cats outside thinking this is a positive solution for both kitty and kitty’s parents, this leaves kitty vulnerable to cars, disease, parasites and more. 

In addition, cats who are allowed to roam the neighbourhood can lead to strained neighbourly relationships and, if that’s not bad enough, domestic cats are responsible for killing more than 1 million birds across Australia every single day.

KEEP YOUR CAT HEALTHY AND SAFE WITH A CUSTOM CATIO

Squarepegs Handyman’s cat enclosures are made from durable mesh which is strong enough to withstand yours kitty’s claws. This means kitty will be able to climb to her little heart’s content without damaging the netting. Our cat mesh is also UV treated making it tough enough to withstand the hot Australian sun.

The mesh used in our cat enclosures is pre-stretched and low-visibility so it will blend seamlessly with your outdoor living space. This means you can keep kitty safe and entertained without ruining your outdoor aesthetic.

Squarepegs Handyman’s cat enclosures allow your cat to indulge in their desire to roam from the safety and comfort of your backyard giving your cat the best of both worlds - an indoor life of doted upon luxury and a life outdoors where your cat can prowl and indulge in the wild side of life.

Squarepegs Handyman works with each of our kitty clients to custom design, build and install a cat enclosure that works for them. Thanks to the versatility of cat mesh, it is easy and affordable to create a space full of fun and excitement for your feline friend.

SQUAREPEGS HANDYMAN DOES Custom Catios

You cat definitely need a Catio and we KNOW they are going to agree with us!

Contact us here to learn more and to organise your free quote.

WHERE WE WORK

You’ll find Squarepegs Handyman in and around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, the Hunter and beyond. Contact us to find out if we service your area. 

We cannot wait to work with you!

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