Do you think I could use this as an outdoor shelter for my kitty instead, by putting a pillow in it instead of litter?
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I suppose you could. My cat's are indoor. One likes tunnels and enclosed areas - so that might work for him. I doubt my other two would like the enclosure when sleeping, even if it acts to block the sun. For one thing, the actual litter area is rather small. You'd probably be better with a shaded basket.
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The lid on mine comes off extremely easily because there are no locks/latches to attach the bottom to the top. A good, strong wind could possibly blow it off. I would look for a covered litter box that looks more like this and has the locks on the side to secure it:http://www.catsofaustralia.com/images/litterpan12.jpg
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No I would suggest getting the kitty tube..it looks kinda like the booda dome but better, and also comes with a pillow! My cat loves it although it is inside now due to weather.
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You could use it out side, however, it is NOT insulated so therefore in the cold or heat you would need to do something different. Also the top does not fasten, it just sets on top. I would NOT recommend it for outside use
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I don't think the tree alone will suffice to replace the outdoor exercise. We have a bird feeder outside the window next to the cat tree and that helps provide additional stimulation- combined with daily attention and playtime it may work.
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For someone small and light it may be possible but I'm not sure it would hold up to repeated use as a bench. I put a blanket on top and the cats use it as another sleeping area.
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If you wanted to put more and larger windows in the top make it more airey, maybe! I have to agree with the rest of the comments/replys. I would not put my cats into it but all my cats have been indoor/outdoor cats and use an animal door which I have installed in every house we have lived in to go outside. Cats are fast learners!
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Hi, it is a bit too big to use as a feeding pillow. However, if you position it right in a spacious area you can use for feeding, I can be useful. Thanks!
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I assume you're asking because your space is too small for even the littlest kitty litter box, so I'll say it's feasible if you use a small scoop. The opening is large enough for that but you'd need to be careful not to spill if you knocked against the side accidentally while trying to put the scooped litter, etc. in there. Hope this helps!
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Why not, hadn't thought about that, but in fact it is a great idea! I would just add a small pillow to make the space a little narrower. :D
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I guess you could do that.... It would probably look homemade, but if that doesn't bother you, go for it. I love not having the litter tracked out onto my floor and my cat doesn't mind the different styled container. It's a win-win for me.
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The pillow would actually take away the cats' body heat! A cat has to sit on top of a pillow and it's body heat just drains away. Straw is highly insulating and surrounds the cat and traps its own body heat. NEVER USE BLANKETS OR PILLOWS in a winter feral cat shelter. Always use straw. I've been doing trap-neuter-return and caring for feral cats for many years. Check it out on the Alley Cat Allies website.
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Without the hammock on there is plenty of room for a litter box...even a covered one. What a great idea!
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I don't really know if it can be used outside or not. I use it as intended for my plants. My cats love it when there is enough space for them to lay on and look out the window. ( I have a few these heat mats). The directions say to wipe up moisture when spilled water lands on it.
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I don't believe it would be okay if it got rained on, and there is also a chance that insects/other animals may chew on it/try to live in it. But if it was sitting in a spot like on a porch, or under a tree or awning, it might be fine. You could possibly even set the cushion inside to make it more comfy.
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I've also used Mylar blankets as wall-paper for wooden outdoor cat shelters and it definitely seems to help keep them warm. You could also use Reflectix insulation in the same way. It's a bit thicker (5/16") and a little harder to manipulate, but I've cut it into sheets and secured it to the interior walls with silver foil tape.
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I think it would be wasted outside with dew, rain or moisture in the air... You probably need a commercial cat spray for outside shrubs and such... IMHO, I would only use indoors.
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Yes! We've only used it for indoor camping/sleepovers. I would supposed you could use it outdoors as well. Just this past weekend 3 7-9 year olds slept in it with pillows & sleeping blankets! It's huge!
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I Think It's Definitely Possible. You Could Just Put Some Marshmallows (Or Something Else A Cat Wouldn't Want) Down In There.
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It should put out enough heat. To the touch, it doesn't feel like much but once your kitty sleeps in it, it seems to generate more heat. Hope that helps. Good luck with your kitty :)