January 3rd, 2009 Jamaka’s Mojave Desert Cat Compound

Jamaka and her husband created an elaborate cat enclosure on this property in the Mojave desert. They started by enclosing the outdoor area next to the 4-stall stable, but they didn’t stop there. They insulated two of the stalls, poured a concrete slab which was covered with all-weather boat deck carpeting, installed cat doors for indoor/outdoor access, and they even went so far as to install a swamp cooler and misters for the summer months and a heater to keep it nice and toasty in the winter. Elevated sleeping cubicles and a corner multi-level platform add extra spots for perching and napping to these special accommodations.

Back at the house, they added a catio for the indoor crew. Cat doors allow easy access and a 3-perch climbing structure along with rugs, pillows, and a variety of toys and interactive exercisers complete the environment. A perfect desert oasis for some very lucky cats!

January 4th, 2009 at 8:48 am
Thanks for posting this, Kate! Jamaka has been a Best Friends member nearly as long as I’ve worked there, and I was thrilled to be able to share this on Crafty Critters!
http://network.bestfriends.org/MessageBoards/TopicPopup.aspx?g=4efb45f7fdec42758ecd4c5d4d82bafe&t=30010
January 7th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
this would be excellent for people who have allergies to cats and cat actually live with their kitties, or for cats with really bad house habits….climate controlled, insulated, roomy and you can walk in and visit them.
June 22nd, 2009 at 7:39 pm
This is so inspiring. I must build a similar catio for my PA suburban kitties. Thankyou! Seeing this makes me really miss the desert.