Cat Enclosure

A cat enclosure is a secure, enclosed outdoor space designed to give cats safe access to fresh air and stimulation. Unlike cat fencing, enclosures create a defined area using freestanding or fixed structures, making them suitable for gardens with hedges, open boundaries, or no perimeter fencing.

Cat fence barriers use existing garden boundaries to contain a cat within the whole garden, while a cat enclosure or cat fencing creates a separate, fully defined outdoor space. Enclosures are often chosen where there is no pre-existing fencing or where owners want a controlled area rather than full-garden access.

Cat enclosures can be installed in most outdoor spaces, including gardens with hedges, uneven boundaries, or open layouts. Freestanding systems allow flexibility in placement, making them suitable for a wide range of garden types and sizes.

Cat enclosures are suitable for indoor cats transitioning outdoors, rescue or nervous cats, multi-cat households, and homes near roads or wildlife areas. They are also ideal for gardens where traditional cat fence barriers cannot be installed.

The ideal size of a cat enclosure depends on the number of cats and how the space will be used. Larger enclosures allow more movement, climbing, and enrichment, but even compact designs can provide valuable outdoor stimulation when well planned.

Our garden cat enclosures enable your cat to have a safe outdoor territory meaning that you won't need to monitor their whereabouts or movements: they can come and go from your house freely with an enriching home environment. Cats can spend extended periods in an enclosure as long as they have access to shade, water, shelter, and enrichment. Time outdoors should always be adjusted based on weather conditions and the individual cat’s comfort and behaviour.

In most cases, planning permission is not required for a cat enclosure, particularly if it is non-permanent and does not significantly increase the height of existing structures. Requirements can vary for listed buildings or conservation areas, so checking with your local planning authority is recommended.

The most effective cat enclosure is one that is securely constructed, fully enclosed, and designed to suit both the garden layout and the cat’s behaviour. Effective enclosures prioritise stability, secure fixings, protected corners, and sufficient space for enrichment rather than size alone.