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DIY Catio Plans

Catios can be natural, painted and decorated to complement your home!

It’s easy to build a catio with our award winning DIY CATIO PLANS! Build one yourself…or hire a carpenter to build a catio plan for you!

Catio Spaces offers a variety of DIY CATIO PLANS that take the guesswork out of building a catio to SAVE TIME AND MONEY!

Best of all, you don’t need to be an expert carpenter. Each DIY catio plan is easy to follow and rewarding to build!

Keep your cats safe, healthy and happy in a catio, an outdoor cat enclosure, that complements your home.

Life is good in a Catio!

HOW DO I KNOW WHAT CATIO TO CHOOSE?

We offer a variety of DIY catio designs and sizes for a window, patio, deck, garden or yard. First, consider the location for your catio and how much space you have. Next, decide whether you’d like your cat to enter the catio through a cat door in a window, wall, or door. That’s the basics. If your space is limited, consider our compact Window Box™, Cat Tunnel™ or Haven™ catio plans. Looking for a catio you can enjoy too? The Sanctuary™ and Oasis™ plans are a purrfect choice with space for human seating.

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PICK YOUR PERFECT CATIO PLAN – add a tunnel & litter box plan too!

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Window box™

(Small, Medium, Large)

Compact, veranda-style window box catio applicable for slider or sash windows. PDF Download

$39.95

Catio Cat Enclosure Diy Catio Plan Haven 4x8 Catiospaces

Haven™

(3×6 & 4×8)

Compact, 3-sided catio perfect for a garden, patio or deck. Space for human access. PDF Download.

$49.95

Catio Cat Enclosure Diy Catio Plan Sanctuary 8x10 Catiospaces

Sanctuary™

(6×8 & 8×10)

Deluxe, 3-sided catio ideal for a garden, patio or deck. Space for human seating. PDF Download.

$59.95

Catio Cat Enclosure Diy Catio Plan Oasis 8x8 Catiospaces.com

Oasis™ & Tunnel

(8×8 & 8×10)

Deluxe, 4-sided catio with a cat tunnel. Space for human seating. PDF Download.

$69.95

CAT TUNNEL DIY PLAN – An Outdoor Adventure your Cat will Love!

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The CAT TUNNEL DIY Catio Plan by Catio Spaces provides a safe and stimulating adventure for your cat to enjoy fresh air and the enrichment of the outdoors. Our DIY plan features how to build a spacious 8-foot x 18 ½” x 20” tunnel with cedar flooring and includes a variety of options including custom lengths, tunnel configurations and mounting options. Ideal for a patio, deck, window, fence or garden, the tunnel can also connect your home to a freestanding catio. PDF download.

$39.95

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CAT Spiral Staircase DIY PLAN – New Heights to explore!

Outdoor Catio / Home Interior

The CAT SPIRAL STAIRCASE DIY Plan by Catio Spaces gives your adventurous cat new heights to explore! The elegant and versatile spiral staircase includes an upper triangle lounge that you can add to an outdoor catio or the interior of your home for feline fun all year long. Our DIY plan is easy to build and includes various staircase mounting options and instructions for customizing the height based on location. It also includes step-by-step instructions, a list of tools and materials, and diagrams for a successful project. Plus, instructions for building an upper triangle shelf for lofty leisurely lounging that can also be connected to other shelves.  The plan is a PDF download (materials not included).

$24.95

Add the convenience of a litter box to your catio!

CATIO LITTER BOX DIY Plan

Our easy-to-build litter box attaches to the exterior of your catio with access doors for cleaning from the outside. PDF Download

$24.99

LITTER BOX BENCH™ DIY Plan

The litter box bench features cat entry options from the left or right side (or both), and space for sitting and lounging. PDF Download.

$24.99

DIY Catio Plans are a PDF DOWNLOAD. Materials are not included. 10% of purchases through our affiliate program are donated to animal welfare organizations. 

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2017 Editors Choice

Our DIY Catio Plans were chosen as one of the “10 Best Cat Products of the Year” by The Conscious Cat!

DIY Catio Success Stories….what clients are saying!

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“Your DIY Catio Plans were a perfect solution for us and the directions are great! Every detail was considered and the plans were easy to follow. The catio is so beautifully professional and secure. I feel safe giving my cats permanent access, even at night. People just can’t believe we built it ourselves!”
-Emily S., OR

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“I’m a 55 year old nurse, and if I can do it, anyone can! I priced out several pre-built options from other companies, and just couldn’t afford it. I investigated your website and with my home improvement skills I realized I could do this. I had my husband help with holding panels for the joining panels step, but I essentially built it myself. I think it’s a fantastic option for people who really love their cat companions!”
Jacki H., WI

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“Thank you for creating your detailed DIY Catio Plans and offering them at an affordable price! My cat Sissy wants to enjoy the sun and watch birds so I’ve built the catio with her happiness in my mind. Cats everywhere are thanking you!”
Zoey C., CA

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“Catio Spaces’ DIY Catio Plans were chosen as one of the 10 BEST CAT PRODUCTS OF THE YEAR! Between what I saw at Global Pet Expo and the products that were sent to me over the course of the year, I saw thousands of pet products in 2017. It’s hard to choose only 10 favorites, but with the help from my two product testers, and my cats (Allegra and Ruby), we’ve selected Catio Spaces’ DIY Catio Plans as one of our 10 best cat products of 2017!”
Ingrid King, Editor, The Conscious Cat

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DIY Catio plans save you time & money
Take the guess work out of building your very own catio.

WHAT MATERIALS WILL I NEED?

All of our DIY catios can be constructed with materials available from your local home improvement or lumber store. Basic materials include framing lumber, escape-proof galvanized wire, cedar shelves and roof options including wire mesh or polycarbonate panels so your cat can enjoy a catio all year long. Don’t worry – each DIY plan includes an easy, detailed shopping list. All catio plans are designed for the average person to make the process easy-to follow and rewarding to build.

hammerWHATS INCLUDED:

  • Step-by-step instructions including diagrams.
  • Material list  (materials are available from your local home improvement or lumber store)
  • Tool list
  • Catios are designed as panels for ease of assembly (or removal if you move in the future.)
  • Roof rafters accommodate a wire mesh roof or a clear, polycarbonate weatherproof roof for year-round enjoyment.
  • Door placement options for human access into the catio.
  • Shelf design maximizes vertical space for cat exercise and enjoyment.
  • Adjustable catio height. (Adjustable width for window box catio plans.)
  • See specific plans for dimensions and design features.

PLUS BONUS information including:

  • Tips for acclimating your cat to a cat door and new catio space.
  • Tips for cat safe plants, enrichment, decorating and more!

All DIY Catio Plans are a pdf download so you can get started right away!

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Want us to design your dream catio?

If you live in the Greater Seattle area we can design + build your catio for you.

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