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This is a picture from
the front of the runs. Each pen contains a true den
like dwelling for each cat. They love the privacy of
their little dens. The dens are insulated for warmth
in the winter and coolness in the summer, lined with hardy
board for easy cleaning and each boy has his own cozy rug.
The concrete provides easy cleaning each week as the runs
are power sprayed and sanitized for cleanliness. It is
impossible to sanitize dirt and rock which allows for growth
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There are 3 levels for
the cats to climb, play and lounge on. They are
provided enrichment toys to keep them happy and their minds
busy;) Each litter box is covered in an outdoor fabric
for attractiveness. Plants are NEVER put inside the
runs. This is a very dangerous practice. All
landscaping is done on the outside. |
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We have selected
plantings not only for beauty but to attract humming birds
for cats viewing pleasure - Cat TV. |
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All landscaping is
planted out of reach of the cats. You can never be too
careful. Each outside pen is also lined with metal to
prevent any interaction with wild animals as we do live in
the country. |
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This is the west side of
the cattery showing the hose for the misters. These
bushes will grow into a nice hedge, keeping their leaves all
winter which adds for nice Winter viewing and have small
white blooms in the Spring |
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This is Yukon's pen.
You can see the seating available for our daily visits.
Yukon has his sisal for his scratching pleasure. He
has toys hanging and loose available for his enjoyment.
Also notice that the Hardy board was kept from touching the
concrete. This provides for easy cleaning and
drainage. |
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In this picture you can
see the first two levels available to Yukon. Each boy
currently has a double size spacious pen with two dens
available. |
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Ember LOVES the uppermost
level. This is his absolute favorite place to hang
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This view clearly shows
all 3 levels the boys have available to them. Each
again having hanging toys and loose toys. We have
purposely kept anything possible off the concrete.
This gives the boys plenty of space to run, play and makes
it easy to clean. |
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This is a picture of the
misters used to keep the cats cool in the heat of the Texas'
summers. The boys love playing in the misters and just
laying in the mist;) |
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This is just a couple of
pictures of a stream installed. The slight noise from the
running water is very relaxing. |
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This shows the entrance to a den, toys, scratching area, and
seating bench for visits. |
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These two pictures show
the "trap" area that run the complete front of the runs.
This is a safety precaution to prevent any escapes and is
extra nice when you have visitors. |
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Since it is a necessity
for the boys to live outside we have strived to make it
comfortable, entertaining, and still feel like a home for
them. The girls go outside for short visits for sunshine and
fresh air on the weekends when we are home. The girls
also go out to visit the boys at breeding time;) |
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MORE to come soon.
We area currently painting the nursery so it will be ready
soon. |
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All babies are born in
our bedroom in the closet. This way I am always close
by to make sure all is well:) |
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This is Desi with her
first litter - 7 beautiful babies. Desi is quite content
with babies in the closet and enjoys the privacy it provides
her. |
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Desi and her kittens will
remain here in the bedroom until they reach 4 weeks of age.
At that time they will then be moved to the nursery. |
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Hope you enjoyed your
visit and if you have any questions please let us know. |
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