Every pet needs its own territory where it will feel safe and comfortable. Cats are no exception and often liked her space gives owners the inconvenience. Therefore it is better to prepare in advance a house cat that will be her favorite destination. What models of houses there are, what to look for when choosing simple options independent production consider in detail. To choose a suitable house for cats will help numerous photo illustrations.
The types of houses ↑
Design cat houses have a wide range of models. Some instances only vaguely indicate their main purpose. Diversity is celebrated as the shapes and sizes of products and the materials from which they are made. First, let existing houses more common among cat owners:
Lovers of stately enjoy couches. They can possess the classic geometric forms (rectangular, round, or square) or have the shape of a heart. The minimalist interior will harmoniously complement the miniature stand with a soft mattress, made in the same color shade.
Yourself to a stay cat can be in the hammock. Fastening them in the form of Velcro straps, loops, or carabiners. The spot fixing is selected at random, the most popular options – between the legs of the chairs. Spacious private apartment allow to fix the hammock under the ceiling as shown in the following photo:
The interest of the owners and cats causes a kind of booth, which has similarities with a doghouse. The basis of it settling of wood but is made necessary with a soft cloth, often in the role of trim is the plush. Similar house cat is easy to carry with their hands. Ready-made booths are often equipped with kittens, which is fixed next to on a single platform.
Less practical option is a cardboard house for cats. It quickly loses its attractive appearance, but its cheap price allows you to frequently update your pet a place to stay. The size and shape of such structures depends solely on the creative approach of the owner of the animal. This can be wigwam, the original hut or luxurious mansion. The most simple solution is shown in the photo below:
Cat lovers may be interested in the model house, simulate home furniture. Sofas, canapes and beds will delight feline pet and amuse guests.
Cats will appreciate the large design, a piece of furniture. In this case, for the house to allocate a bedside table or an indoor table, preparing for pet’s easy entry. In make soft upholstery, and the top use for their own needs. Sometimes furniture cover serves as a bed for a pet, if you equip it with a suitable mattress.
Another interesting segment of the range of houses wicker design. Depending on the skills of the craftsman, the model has the form of a traditional basket or bunk runs an instance where a cozy house for cats is supplemented at the top spot for contemplation of the surrounding area. The sample describes the woven design shown on the photo below:
Most large sizes are playgrounds. Basically they equip the room has enough space, and does not live one cat. Design of wood shown in the photo below:
Most variants of the described designs is available to create with their hands.
What should be guided in the design of the house cat, examine the details.
The materials for the arrangement ↑
Regardless of whether a house cat be purchased ready-made or made yourself, you should consider certain points related to the choice of material for construction:
- The frame of the house or the gaming sector mainly is made of chipboard, plywood or MDF. For registration with your hands, you can use any type of wood. A key prerequisite is the absence of sharp smell, otherwise the cat will avoid being close with your house.
- Finished copies braided houses are generally formed from the vines. Craftsmen have used to do with his own hands the designs for the cats from newspaper tubes. Alternatively, braided house constructed of twine, adding finishing.
- Inside the benches and baskets for cats use a variety of fillings, ranging from artificial straw to special plastic.
- Soft plush is the best option for the upholstery of the house or sewing case, for these purposes, also suitable carpet. An important condition for the choice of material is its lack of electrostatic properties.
- Cats will appreciate the mattress, where the filler used foam rubber or synthetic winterizer. Application for house of artificial materials in the form of granules is possible if they have heat-saving properties.
- For the frame scratching posts suitable metal or PVC pipe, wrapped them with jute rope. With the construction of the necessary facilities for cats, see the following photo:
- To preserve the stability of the stand, where it will gladly be cat will also help a metal pipe. They are also used for entire systems.
- Depending on the design of the house, to connect elements use different fasteners. Board fix plastic or metal corners, trim neatly nailed miniature carnations, so the cat doesn’t get hurt.
If you wish to become the owner of an extraordinary house, as a material for upholstery manufacturers offer to choose suede, suede, or artificial leather. Although pet is more important the correct design of the house and its convenient location, rather than the cost of the product. The following photo demonstrates the proper installation of low-cost beds for cats:
The nuances of choice ↑
Choose the model of a house based on several factors. Importance and dimensions of the cat and its gender, and individual personality. What should be taken into consideration:
- The size of the structure and the level of its installation. The cat lives in several planes, for males it is important to control the territory, so it will tend to be higher. Bench stand, high hammock is the best option for hunter. Naturally, the play set big sizes will not leave indifferent any pet. For females the priority is safety, especially when there are offspring. With this purpose, it is appropriate to set the outdoor design of the house, and two exits will ease its control over the situation.
- The closed nature of the cat leads to the need to ensure that they have a private house set in a secluded place. Sociable pet who does not avoid communication with outsiders, will be happy open couch.
- Most cats prefer to observe the environment down, so it’s best to place the house on the hill for a better view. In the case of doting mother cats will approach multi-level houses, where it is possible to hide from prying eyes and if you want to have an extra bed. Interesting house for cats the described model is depicted in the following photo:
- The absence of unpleasant odors. If the production design was applied materials with strong aroma, it will scare a pet.
- The structure dimensions directly depend on the size of the cat. Large Pets need the same house miniature cats will be comfortable in compact models.
If you have two or more cats it is preferable to make a multi-level complex, with oodles of space for all Pets. The following photo shows a good design that can accommodate several generations:
The secrets of training ↑
Typically, the curiosity of the young kittens dominates the sense of security, so the new object is a desirable study location. The question how to teach a cat to the house, is more likely to occur with adult fish. There are a few recommendations how to deal with the problem:
- The first step is to ensure the stability of the structure. Rarely any pet will like the idea to rest in the swaying model. Therefore, a reliable fixation is a prerequisite for the installation of the house.
- Providing a comfortable environment. If you do not fully examined the character and habits of your pet, you will have to experiment with the location of the house. Perhaps the vacation spot in need of a secluded area, and it should be removed away from the corridor or other noisy areas of housing. Holders of sphinxes or short-haired breeds should think about setting closer to the radiators. As proof, look at the following touching picture:
- Nice review curious cats provides the location of the house near window.
- Should be of interest to a wayward pet, a favorite subject for games. A tennis ball, crisp wrapper, or even your personal sneakers, as if accidentally trapped inside the structure, will help to lure the animal.
The patience and creativity of the owner will help to cope with the issue accustom the cat to the new place of rest. Thus it is necessary to abandon violent methods, not to rush not to push pet. Look how happy to spend time cats gaming complex in the following video:
