The neighbors outdoor cat sleeps on a blanket on our front porch, are the sides high enough on this bed to protect her from the wind?
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I don't think they are high enough to protect from the wind. the bed is a very nice bed, my yorkie loves it. Carol.
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No, this bed doesn't keep the cats warm without a cover on top. I have the sleeper on a patio chair that's under the patio table and the table is covered with a waterproof table cover.
417463
If it gets down into the 30's (Farenheit) or colder, I'd put an electric pet bed heater under this to keep the kitty warm. That's what I've done in both my garage and in a box on my front porch for the two feral kitties who have claimed my property as theirs. I also put half of a micro fleece blanket wrapped in a donut shape around this pad, so the cats have a bit of a "bowl" to snuggle down into.
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I have mine under a covered porch so it doesn't get rained on. Unless you get some sealant to coat the top with, I don't think it would hold up too long in the rain/snow. It's fine in the sun, it lets fresh air through. It would probably be fine in windy conditions but it's light enough be be knocked over by a large dog unless it's backed up against a wall. Also, I'm in the pacific northwest so we have an abundance of rainy weather. If you're somewhere with tamer weather, it might be fine in the rain.
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I have mine in a sheltered spot on my porch so can't answer to how it stands up to high wind but being round with feet on front and back and right on the ground I don't think it would blow over. Good little house but I would try to shelter it from the weather.
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Maybe not. I did not set it up. It was a gift for the grand kids. It is great and they love it. A mesh sheet is included that will both keep the cats out of it or can be tied to the top for even more sun protection on the side.
1034244
I have not covered mine and is fine, but my porch is covered and it is somewhat protected from the weather.
874657
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 :)
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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
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I have mine sitting on my covered porch. It also sits low to the ground. I would guess that if it is in a backyard where it's going to have snow/rain you should elevate it on something and possibly tie it down with a bungee cord/something on top. It has some heft to it, but mine is plastic with a wooden bottom. It's good, but if you need heavy duty, the Kitty tube is much stronger and heavier.
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Yes it is. We have 4 of them, 2 outside and 2 on a screened in sleeping porch. They sleep very well!
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I don't know if i can or not? I would think that as long as it is "under cover" being not out in the open where rain could hit it. It would be OK. You just don't want it out in the open in the elements where water could hit it and electrocute an animal sleeping on it. I have it in the garage where my cat sleeps on it during the winter. She likes the garage over the house to sleep and loves it to keep her warm. It's just in her bed and she sleeps on top of it.
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Cats are smarter then you think, but, then, I don't know your cats. The Pawhut would make a nice place for a cat to spend time outside safely, but, I'm thinking they might want more play space on the bottom and one of the walls removed and some sort of plasic window put in to replace it so they can lay around up stairs and look out and be cozy in the winter months. They love to watch the world go by so they like plenty of windows. It depends on how much work you want to put in to keep them safe as well as comfortable. I would also pick a spot for a kitty box so it would be easy to keep clean. But, it is a good idea.
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depending on where you live. It is heavy duty enough for my kids (8 & 2) to play in. But I don't think it'll stand up to rain, high winds, freezing weather, etc. There's also a mesh "window" on the top, so it could potentially rain on the cat.
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The cover protects the sand from stray cats taking care of their business in there. If you dont have a cat problem then you are ok. We will definitely use the cover in our back yard.
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Yes, I have two cats and they both share the top flat. THEY LOVE IT!! It was well worth the money and it hasnt toppled over.
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Our home only has a wood deck, which overlooks the water, so the only thing I can see if you were to place this on the grass, is the cat might be able to sneek under and get loose or the wind, might lift this unit high enough, so the cat can escape??
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Yes, they can, plus I think it deteriorated with sunlight, wind etc. But my 16 year old cat loved it. I put a waterproof cover on a central tent-like unit in which she ate and slept, another unit for her litter, and she had the happiest summer for years, dying naturally in her sleep this winter. So it was worth it to me. With stronger netting and good seams it would be more expensive, but a winner.