We average about 6 or 7 cats out there at a time – and the outdoor feeling must be very real because the first few days we let them out, they would run back in the house when we approached the room – giving the impression they thought they had been caught sneaking outdoors. Now they’re getting the idea that it’s okay for them to be out and stay put. They have total access to the room when we’re home and awake.
The cats now have a safe way to breathe in the fresh Santa Fe air, sunbathe, peep at the critters and nap without the inherent risks of being outdoors – predators, parasites or the possibility of getting lost. All we need to add to complete the experience are a few pots of cat grass to munch on.
Would they prefer being in the real outdoors? Probably. But the open screened view is crystal clear from the inside so they can see the critters up close and personal but it's opaque on the outside so the critters don't see them. Ranging in age from 12 to 19 years old, these cats are much more a fan of spectator sports than live action -- and this safe enclosure optimizes their participation -- and it's just in time for the 4th of July!.
This is really cool! What are electric shade screens? Do they provide shade from the sun?
ReplyDeleteIt is cool -- although the salesman thought it was weird to create a room from scrrens. They do provide shade -- when they first were lowered you could feel the difference immediately. The largest screen provides 90% shade and the two smaller side screens provide 80%. That's why they look opqaue from the outside although from the inside they're clear.
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