Cat Side Alley Enclosure

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We are just thrilled with our cat’s new safe space!! They love it and we have peace of mind knowing they are safe whilst getting fresh air and exercise! I can’t recommend Catworks enough. Never met more friendly, yet professional people! Incredible communication throughout the whole process and the finished enclosure is really high quality workmanship. 10 out of 10 from us! Thank so much!

Melissa Jewell

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Rated 5 out of 5

“Highly professional and friendly team who are more than willing to help with your cat safety needs! The boys did a marvelous job on the day with the installation and the enclosure came up a treat. This is the second time I have used Cat Works over the last 5 years and the quality of their work is amazing. I could not recommend them enough.”

Meagan Jorgensen

Let Your Cats Explore Without Worries

Do you find it hard to leave your cats home alone when you go to work? While you want them to be safe and happy in your absence, it might just not be safe to let them roam freely on the streets.

This is a common everyday struggle for cat parents until they connect with Catworks.

We know you love your fur babies dearly and want to provide them with all the outdoor fun and freedom they deserve. However, at times, either your space won’t allow for a full backyard enclosure or you are in search for a more “out-of-sight option”. Keeping your preference in mind, we can design a customised side alley enclosure that will blend seamlessly with your home, allowing safe outdoor access for your cats, whether you are home or away.

We service Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula and all surrounding areas, offering tailored solutions suited to the varied requirements of cat owners, protecting their cats from:

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A Purrfect Side Alley Enclosure for Your Curious Little Fur Baby

Cats are by nature curious. If bound to stay indoors, they tend to show signs of anxiety and stress, leading to inappropriate elimination, over-grooming and aggression.

Now you don’t need to feel guilty about keeping your cats confined when you can make the most out of the underutilised space in your home. Using our specialist knowledge, quality craftsmanship and high-grade materials, we can convert it into a cat side alley enclosure, providing your cats with a controlled yet safe and enjoyable outdoor environment where they can explore, play and spend the best time of their lives outdoors.

Service That Sets Us Apart

The discrete finish of our side alley enclosures makes them the most popular choice for homeowners who want to utilise the area between the side of their house and the fence to create a fun-filled outdoor space for their fur pals.

Not only do we design and install new enclosures, but we are also the go-to professionals for carrying out replacements, repairs, upgrades, or additions to the old enclosures according to your and your cat’s changing needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to build an enclosure?

Each style of enclosure will usually be completed within 1-2 working days and with minimal disruption so you can let your pet out ASAP.

Will it feel like a prison or seem closed in?

You will be surprised by how open our enclosures are. Cat netting is unobtrusive and blends in with its background. When it’s pulled tight and clipped into place it still allows natural light and airflow to flow through.

Can my cat climb the netting?

This usually depends on the athletic ability of your cat, but yes if your cat is highly motivated it can climb or hang off the net.

Our netting is specifically designed for cats so if you do have an acrobatic cat, they will not be harmed by climbing, hanging or rubbing against the net, nor will their antics damage your enclosure.

Will the enclosure be snake, dog and fox proof?

To be honest, while the netting may deter some of these animals, it does not prevent them from accessing the inside of the enclosure. So if you are concerned that these animals may pose a threat to your cat, we can use snake or dog mesh as well as cat netting to ensure the enclosure is safe from any such threats.

Do you install access zips?

Yes we do stock and install zips however they are not very practical. If you want to go in and out of your enclosure via a zip panel you need to ask yourself if you will be able to do so while preventing your cats from escaping as you pass through, especially if you intend to be carrying something as you do. We recommend installing a gate as it is easier and safer to pass through.

Will neighbourhood cats or possums get on top of the netting?’

It’s highly unlikely but not a definite no. Animals find it difficult to walk across the netting and tend to avoid getting on top of it. Once we heard of it being used as a hammock by a lazy cat but it’s safe to say it’s not going to become a wildlife crossing.

Do you also install enclosures for other animals?

While we do cater to special requests, we primarily service cat owners. However, you can always reach out to us if you want to build an enclosure for pets other than cats and we’ll try the best we can to facilitate you.