What Is a Catio? A portmanteau of "cat" and "patio," a catio is an outdoor enclosure meant to keep cats safe as they play in your backyard. They can be as simple as a small box that extends out of ...

A catio does not necessarily have to be big and fancy. Some people just add a small extended catio space to an existing window cutout, others have them professionally designed.

They’ve even become a niche in the home improvement industry, with contractors specializing in costly catios and designers turning out catio kits.

Add a catio to your patio, and your domesticated feline will feel like a jungle cat. Embrace the trendy outdoor living space designed to keep your pet happy and safe.

They’ve even become a niche in the home improvement industry, with contractors specializing in costly catios and designers turning out catio kits.

A catio can be any size. A small window enclosure will work if you’re short on space. Existing patios can be transformed into catios simply by enclosing them with screen or wire.