Can I use this outside for feral cats?
1151484
I'm sure you could, but they would get wet in the rain. It's made of a tent-like material, but has a mesh on the top that would allow water in. Plus, it's pretty light and would blow away easily.
1151485
it is thin and will blow away. I thought of the same thing. It is too small and no bottom. I use a rubbermaid basket and a heating blanket for the floor. I cover the basket with a blanket and set it in a corner and put bricks on top to weigh it down from the winter wind. Also try hay or straw and make a fort type thing.
1151486
Probably not rugged enough and it lacks a base so it would likely blow away in any wind. Would not recommend.
1151487
I used it inside an unheated garage, but have inserted a smaller type cat shelter inside of this one, since the weather is turning colder.It works for one very old cat, that was no longer loved,
791842
I have rolled mine onto a screened-in porch with outside access and removed the doors for the original two kittens, and now four new kittens to use. They like playing in and out of it and find it a safe place to go to. Since there is no covering, it would not, in my opinion, be an option for outdoor or yard use with doors closed. It is not made to be weather proof.
1614148
Yes, but in all honesty, I only use it as a feeding station for neighborhood cats. I have no idea if it could be a shelter. In driving rain it gets damp at the door.
1591851
I think 50-degree temp is not cold enough for the cat to feel he needs shelter. I found once it got really cold, the stray outdoor cat used the cat house and even brought along his feral friend. They continued to use it after the winter.
1068375
My husband has used it around cows, so I would think cats would be ok. I'm not sure I would put it in my house, maybe in the entrance way?
1763729
The only thing about outdoor pads is they can't be run off of extension cords. They have to be plugged directly into the outlet to stay safe. Because my cat barn is out in the field, I take a brick that has been in the fireplace and got hot, wrap it in a towel and put it inside to help create heat for the kitty. I tried putting the snuggledisc inside but it won't fit through the door.
17685
I think it is fantastic and it worked wonderfully for the feral cat in my yard. She took to it immediately! But it is round, and i do not think there is room inside for a heated water dish or food. it think the water would spill as the cat entered and exited - and the same for the food.
904416
Yes you can. As long as no other animal can get to it like a cat as it will kill them too.
1074574
No, my cats don't go outside so this gives them a room with a view. You should be able to open the window if you wanted to though.
1050936
you could use it outdoors, but I wouldn't without some protection. See e.g. http://compnetworking.about.com/cs/cablingcat5/f/cat5outdoors.htm
2202326
I don't know for certain. It would at first, certainly. Feral cats especially would be scared off by the flashing light. But if it's cold enough and they've had time to adjust to the flashing light they might still seek the warmth of an engine or tire well.
1029737
I think it will be tough enough for a semi feral cat. It's pretty heavy synthetic material. My cat has scratched at it and it hasn't been damaged - I've had the tent for about 9 months.
1569596
I have to place my shelters in a very wooded area. I have a camoflauge and a dark green tarp over them and it is staked down with bricks (bought at home depot). With wind/snow/rain etc. the tarp has stayed on. I have two cats who will use it while the third feral will not but I'm happy at least someone is using it! I have the bottom lined with mylar and then it is filled with straw and they burrow in to the straw. I tried to put the awning on and it keeps falling off. I'll have to do that when the weather is warmer again but I have the entrance covered with the tarp so they have to go under the tarp to get in. We've had below zero temps this month in WI and I'm glad they have some type of shelter. I have to place my shelters in a very wooded area. I have a camoflauge and a dark green tarp over them and it is staked down with bricks (bought at home depot). With wind/snow/rain etc. the tarp has stayed on. I have two cats who will use it while the third feral will not but I'm happy at least someone is using it! I have the bottom lined with mylar and then it is filled with straw and they burrow in to the straw. I tried to put the awning on and it keeps falling off. I'll have to do that when the weather is warmer again but I have the entrance covered with the tarp so they have to go under... » Read More I have to place my shelters in a very wooded area. I have a camoflauge and a dark green tarp over them and it is staked down with bricks (bought at home depot). With wind/snow/rain etc. the tarp has stayed on. I have two cats who will use it while the third feral will not but I'm happy at least someone is using it! I have the bottom lined with mylar and then it is filled with straw and they burrow in to the straw. I tried to put the awning on and it keeps falling off. I'll have to do that when the weather is warmer again but I have the entrance covered with the tarp so they have to go under the tarp to get in. We've had below zero temps this month in WI and I'm glad they have some type of shelter. « Show Less
1933523
not much....this product was not good for my feral. i do not recommend this product..there are other feral cat houses that would probably be a better investment
344995
this box was bought for feral cats, we put it on our deck in the winter, and under the deck for summer.
2190628
Yes. I installed it in my garage to allow my cats to come in there from outdoors.
1408266
No, it's good as is. It's already insulated, and the cats will keep each other warm though body heat. The 2 feral cats in front of my condo existed during the last winter with -15 degree weather with the cat barn.