Make an Inexpensive Cat House

Buying cat houses, or jungle gyms can be real expensive, but making one for almost nothing, is just good. It may seem hard, but actually quite simple.

Simple box house

 * 1) Collect boxes depending on the size you want your cat house. Also, you'll need tape/glue.[[Image:Make an Inexpensive Cat House Step 1.jpg|center]]
 * 2) Start taping/gluing the boxes together to form what ever shape/ design you like.[[Image:Make an Inexpensive Cat House Step 2.jpg|center]]
 * 3)  Start cutting cat doors in the sides. Tunnels would also be a great touch to the cat house.[[Image:Make an Inexpensive Cat House Step 3.jpg|center]]
 * 4)  Design the cat house. Add fun and cute designs on the sides. Put towels on the insides and little toys hanging from the walls.[[Image:Make an Inexpensive Cat House Step 4.jpg|center]]

Birthing house
If your cat is about to have kittens, encourage her to use a simple hideaway made from household objects.
 * 1) Place a chair in a corner. Choose a corner that is quiet and unlikely to be disturbed.
 * 2) Put a comfortable basket or box under the chair. Line with newspaper and any soft materials you don't mind her birthing onto. An old sheet or towel are good for this purpose.
 * 3) Throw a sheet over the chair to create a hideaway effect. Tie over the chair to prevent it from slipping down.
 * 4) Add any of her favorite toys nearby. She probably won't be interested but the odor will comfort her.

Tips

 * Catnip is a great touch. It also makes the house more attractive to your cat.

Warnings

 * Look out for any strings/ribbons that your cat(s) could chew on or swallow.

Things You'll Need
Method 1:
 * Scissors
 * Boxes
 * Tape/glue
 * Catnip(optional)
 * Cat toys

Method 2:
 * Chair
 * Old sheet
 * Newspaper
 * Basket or box
 * Another old sheet or towel for lining box or basket
 * Some favorite toys

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 * Make an Inexpensive Cat Toy
 * Make Cat Furniture
 * Create a Playground for Your Cat
 * Build a Labyrinth for Your Cat

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