catio
Enclosed outdoor cathouse
A catio is an enclosed outdoor space that allows cats to experience fresh air and nature while remaining safely contained.
The word blends *cat* and *patio*.
Catios range from small window boxes to elaborate screened structures: We built a catio so the cats could watch birds without hunting them.
Raised exterior platform
- deckShip's flat surface
- terracePaved outdoor extension
- verandaRoofed open-air porch
- gardenCultivated plant area
backyard · courtyard · pergola · awning · sunshine · breeze · birdwatching · nature
Interlocking open weave
- screenDisplay or barrier
- nettingInterlaced open fabric
- fenceBoundary structure between properties
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
grille · cage · pen · perimeter · boundary · partition · secured · enclosed
Juvenile domestic feline
- whiskersFacial sensory hairs
- purrFeline contentment sound
- clawsAnimal gripping nails
- scratchingRaking with nails
climbing · perching · lounging · napping · birdwatching · enrichment · stimulation · exercise
Protected from harm
- protectionGuarding against harm
- shelteredKept safe from harm
- supervisedDirected with oversight
- enclosedSurrounded and sealed within
screened · lockable · sturdy · reinforced · sanctuary · haven · traffic-free
balcony
Raised exterior platform
garden · backyard · courtyard · pergola · awning · sunshine · breeze · birdwatching · nature · greenery
mesh
Interlocking open weave
barrier · grille · cage · pen · perimeter · boundary · partition · secured · enclosed · fenced
kitten
Juvenile domestic feline
scratching · climbing · perching · lounging · napping · birdwatching · enrichment · stimulation · exercise · playtime
secure
Protected from harm
- protectionGuarding against harm
- shelteredKept safe from harm
- supervisedDirected with oversight
enclosed · screened · lockable · sturdy · reinforced · sanctuary · haven · traffic-free
framework
Underlying support system
- constructionProcess of building something
- DIYAmateur home projects
- prefabPre-assembled building
custom-built · carpentry · lumber · posts · beams · shelving · platforms · levels · ramps · bridges
- cat carescratching post, litter box, collar, water fountain, scratching pad
- cat supplieslitter box, scratching post, food bowl, water bowl, litter scoop
- black catDark-coated feline
- cat foodManufactured feline diet
- cats and dogsIdiom for torrential precipitation
- cat litterAbsorbent box material
- house catDomesticated feline pet
- cat and mouseProlonged pursuit game