Cat enclosures guides
Straight answers on cost, methods and what to expect.
How much does a cat enclosure cost in the UK? (2026 guide)
Typical 2026 UK prices for catios, cat window boxes, kit enclosures and cat-proof garden fencing, plus what drives the cost.
Do you need planning permission for a catio? UK rules explained
When a cat enclosure or cat-proof fence counts as permitted development, and when you may need permission or consent.
Catio or cat-proof fencing? Which is right for your cat
A plain comparison of catios and cat-proof garden fencing covering cost, space, security and suitability.
How to choose a catio builder: questions to ask and red flags
What to ask a catio or cat fencing installer before you book, what a good quote includes, and the warning signs of a poor build.
Catio materials explained: mesh, timber, roofing and fixings
Which mesh, timber, roofing and fixings make a catio escape-proof, fox-resistant and long-lasting in UK weather, and what to avoid.
DIY catio or professional build? Costs, skills and common mistakes
An honest comparison of building a catio yourself versus having one built, including costs, tools, time and the mistakes that let cats escape.
Introducing your cat to a catio and making it safe
How to settle your cat into a new catio, what to put inside, which plants are toxic to cats, and how to keep the enclosure safe all year.
Catio maintenance: how to keep a cat enclosure safe and lasting
A seasonal maintenance routine for timber catios, mesh, roofs and cat-proof fencing, with a checklist of what to look for and when.