Plans for Building an Outdoor Kitty Shelter

Cats are resilient creatures, but during winter months even the toughest cats need shelter. It is easy to build a simple, insulated, waterproof shelter using a few supplies from a local home-improvement store. The shelter is portable and can be delivered anywhere there are cats that need protection from the elements. With a removable lid, it is easy to clean out and replace bedding.

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  Cut a six-inch in diameter hole into one of the smaller sides of the 50 gallon bin, using a utility knife. Cut another six-inch in diameter hole into the smaller side of the 90 quart bin.

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  Place bubble wrap into the larger bin, then put the smaller bin into the larger bin. Be sure the holes line up. Place your carpet on the bottom of the smaller bin.

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  Stuff bubble wrap into the space between the walls of the two bins. Do not block the hole, as this is the cat's entrance/exit. Put the lid on the smaller bin. Cover the top of the lid with bubble wrap.

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  Place the lid on the larger bin.

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  Wrap the inner tubes around the bin, equally spaced. They will act as straps, holding the larger bin closed, despite the elements outside.