About Our Catios
catiOasis is the premier destination for catios in the Lower Mainland, where integrity meets creativity, and trust goes hand in hand with quality. With an unwavering commitment to quality, we craft unique designs using materials that stand the test of time, ensuring the perfect blend of innovation and durability. We serve customers from White Rock to Vancouver, Langley to Richmond, Coquitlam to Surrey, North Vancouver to Delta, and everywhere in between!
Catio Benefits
Protect Your Cat
Catios protect your cats from predators, cars, and toxic substances such as anti-freeze and wildlife poisons.
Lower Vet Bills
Catios lower your cat’s risk of contracting diseases, parasites, and potentially life-threatening conditions such as feline leukemia and rabies.
Territorial Solution
Catios increase the space available to cats and decrease territorial behaviours that occur in multi-cat households such as spraying and fighting.
Happy Neighbours
Neighbours don’t love cats digging or pooping in their gardens. Catios support positive neighbourly relations when cats can enjoy all the outdoors has to offer while staying safe in their catios.
Protect Wildlife
Canadian cats kill an estimated 100 million birds per year and can have a negative impact on the population of all types of native wildlife. Catios allow cats and wildlife to peacefully coexist.
Peace of Mind
Catios bring cat guardians peace of mind knowing that their beloved family member is living their best life – safely.
Health and Well-being
Increasing space, jumping from shelf to shelf and using optional ladders or ramps naturally increases your cat’s activity levels and helps even the chonkiest of cats to trim down (trust us: we’ve seen it with our own cat!)
Quality of Life
Experiencing all of the stimulation of the outdoors enriches your cat’s quality of life. Every cat loves to smell the fresh air, snooze in a sunbeam, and watch the birds – catio enclosures allow your cat to do this safely.
Bonding and Connection
Many of our clients choose a catio location where they also spend their time. This increases the amount of time that our clients spend with their cats and strengthens their bond.
catiOasis Sizes
Small:
Ensure your cat gets some fresh air, without taking up too much of your outdoor space. Ideal for condo dwellers.
Fits up to 2 Cats comfortably
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Medium:
A cat guardian’s fav! This option offers plenty of space for cats to lounge and play. Turn your patio into an oasis.
Fits up to 4 Cats comfortably
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Large:
Meowtropolis! Brimming with space for all the features. THE solution for farms, pet stores, and cat boarding facilities.
Fits up to 10 Cats comfortably
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Durable & High Quality Materials
Catio Frames
All of our catio frames are built with SPF dimensional lumber which is ideal for a wide range of outdoor projects. Our SPF is sourced from sustainably managed forests, and we handpick each piece from the lumber yard to ensure that we are selecting only the highest quality wood.
Paint
We apply a high-grade, pet-friendly primer and paint to each piece of lumber to improve surface moisture resistance while ensuring the safety of your cat. We use Sherwin Williams’ ColorSnap Match Pro to match your existing paint colour to the closest Sherwin Williams colour and sheen to a very high accuracy rate, to perfectly coordinate with your home.
Shelves
We’ve experimented with several types of wood for our shelves and have found the best results with 1” thick knotty pine. It’s lightweight, durable and meets the highest grading standards for strength and appearance. We can treat it with a pet-friendly clear stain or a paint, or even apply artificial turf for a more outdoorsy feel.
Pet Door
Depending on the catio’s location, we can install a pet door into the wall of your home, insert a pet door into a polycarbonate panel and securely install it into a window, or install a pet panel into your sliding glass door.
Roofs
Our catio roofs are made from clear 8mm-thick polycarbonate twinwall. Lightweight and durable, it provides high light transmission, UV protection, and is commonly used for patio roof covers.
Mesh Fence
We use a 16-gauge galvanized welded fence with 2” x 2” mesh spacing. Our mesh is weather-resistant, doesn’t rust and stands up to wear and tear.
Fun Features that Cats Love
Turf
Our artificial turf is an option for shelving as well as the catio floor. In addition to being low maintenance, clean, and durable, it’s soft on your cat’s paws and blends well into the catio’s natural environment.
Bubble Bed
Our acrylic dome beds are purrfect for cats who love lounging in all kinds of positions. A great way to relax while catching some rays and checking out the view!
Bridge
A fun way to travel between platforms or to climb to new heights, our sturdy handcrafted bridges are made from high-quality cedar treated with cat-safe sealant and nylon strapping, and can be covered with artificial turf.
Corner Box
A great option for shy cats, our corner boxes are made from cedar or knotty pine, and come with a cat face cutout. Lined with turf and large enough to fit a small cat bed, our corner boxes will keep cats feeling safe, secure and adventurous on their own terms.
Staircase
A great option for cats who may be less mobile, we install stairs at the opening of cat flaps and between shelves for easy access to different parts of the catio. Our stairs are handcrafted from thick knotty pine or combed fascia, treated with cat-safe sealant or paint, and add a classy look to any catio.
Cat Face Perch
Made of thick knotty pine treated with cat-safe exterior sealant, our large perches give cats extra space to spread out and nap.
CatioCam
A purrfect option for cat guardians who want to monitor their cats while they are at work, or away. Weather resistant, and includes motion and sound detection. Check in via an easy-to-use app and keep up with your cat’s naps and bird-watching adventures.
Tunnel with Cat Face Cut Out
Our tunnels are a fun way for cats to travel between shelves or different parts of the catio. They are created from contractor-grade building forms made from multiple layers of high-quality fibre with a special moisture-resistant coating. The tunnel exterior is painted to add an extra layer of weather protection and includes cat face cutouts that are approximately 7” wide and purrfect spying spots.
Sliding Glass Door Panel with Pet Flap
We professionally install these pet panels into your sliding door track, allowing your cat easy access to the catio, whenever they choose. These panels come with a locking door to control catio access.
Scratching Post
Made with strong 2” thick PVC piping, wrapped in weather-resistant Pro-Manila rope, and sitting on a thick knotty pine base, we can connect our sturdy scratching posts to the underside of any shelf or to the top of the catio roof - it all depends on how your cat likes to scratch.
Polycarbonate Window Panel with Pet Flap
Our clear 6mm polycarbonate resembles glass but is lighter, shatter-proof, scratch-proof and 250 times stronger than glass. We hand cut the pet flap opening into the polycarbonate panel and install the 4-way locking pet flap into place. We then create a border from ¾” thick white waterproof vinyl to hold the panel in place and to provide weatherproofing.
Exterior Wall Pet Flap
Don’t have an opening window or a sliding glass door for your cat to access the catio? No problem! We professionally install these exterior wall pet flaps directly into the wall of your home. These can be locked to prevent access to the catio. **Only available to clients who do not live in strata housing.
Ramps
Made of thick knotty pine or combed fascia, treated with cat-safe sealant or paint, our ramps gives cats some sneaky exercise along with a quick route to a higher shelf.
Hiding Spot
More like a privacy screen, our hiding spots are made of thick knotty pine shelving treated with cat-safe sealant and include a cat face cutout for easy monitoring. An excellent option for shyer cats who may need a break from adventuring.
Catio FAQs
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When properly cared for, our catios can last for a decade or longer. We provide every catio client with a handy one-pager on how to care for their catio so that their cat can enjoy it for many years to come.
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The size of your catio will depend on the size of your home and outdoor space, as well as how many cats you have. It's important to provide enough space for your cat to move around freely, play, and relax. A good rule of thumb is to aim for a space that's at least 20 square feet per cat.
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Catios are safe when designed and built correctly. We use sturdy treated wood and strong metal fencing with smooth edges (16-gauge wire and 2”x 2” grid openings) to keep your cat safely inside and keep predators out. Ensuring your cat has easy access to water, shelter, and shade ensures a safe environment.
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Catios are great for cats that are curious or playful. Time spent outdoors is stimulating and a catio is a great way for cats to get exercise. Or perhaps they love basking in the sunshine on the windowsill - a catio will allow them extra space to do just that. If your cat is skittish, a senior, or has mobility issues, they can still enjoy a catio. We customize every catio to meet the needs of your cat.
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Every cat is unique, and some cats take to their catio right away, while most typically take about 1-2 weeks to be fully acclimated. Providing toys, treats, a comfortable place to relax, and fresh water all help to pique your cat's curiosity. If you have the space, place a human-sized chair or two inside your catio to enjoy your cat's company!
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Catios provide peace of mind for you, and a fun and safe space for your cat. Many of our clients made the decision to get a catio for these reasons:
Your cat’s indoor antics have become destructive: Save your blinds and window screens by considering a safe, outdoor space for your cat to sunbathe, get fresh air, and swat at the occasional bug!
Your yard has seen its share of wildlife casualties: Outdoor cats can do damage to local wildlife and often leave unwanted “presents” for their guardians. Catios help cats, birds and wildlife live in harmony.
Your cat’s health is at risk: Feline obesity is a common issue for indoor-only cats. Catios provide stimulating vertical and horizontal spaces, offering otherwise sedentary cats the incentive to enjoy play and movement.
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First, consider where you’d like to catio to go, and how much space you have. Next, decide whether you'd like your cat to enter the catio through a pet panel in a window, wall, or door. Those are the basics. Then we can get creative with a unique design and features that your cat will love!