Friday, March 10, 2017

20 Purrfect DIY Projects for Cat Owners

Actual Cat Tree

Actual Cat Tree

This is a very ambitious project, but if you have the time and means to do it, I would highly recommend it. This tree is not only a great natural play area for your cat, but it doubles as a beautifully bold and rustic decoration piece in your home.

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – LaxCatCreationsPart1 and Part2

Cat Shelves

Cat Shelves

Instead of a large cat tree in the house, install these cat shelves for a sleeker, space-saving approach. It's pretty straightforward to get done, and your cat gets to climb around and still feel regal when sitting on the highest shelf.

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – TheHipSoiree  (more pics here)

Treat Puzzle

Treat Puzzle

Cats are intelligent, but they need that constant stimulation in play to keep them smart. This treat puzzle is a cinch to make, will hardly cost you anything, and will offer your cat hours of fun and brain training.

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – TheGlamCat

Hidden Litterbox

Hidden Litterbox

No one wants to see or smell a kitty litterbox in the house, but if your pet is housebound, then unfortunately it's just one of those things you have to deal with. Instead of having it so obviously out in the open, conceal it within furniture so that no one is the wiser.

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – EvanAndKatelyn

Self-Petting Station

Self-Petting Station

I love my cat to death, of course, but she can be very demanding at times when I'm busy working, cooking or eating. So for those times that I can't pet her, I'll build this damn near genius contraption so that she can get herself petted and stay off my laptop!

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – Instructables

Litter Box

Litter Box

If your cat is anything like mine, he kicks his litter all over the place and makes a very unwanted mess. This covered litter box is an absolute lifesaver in this regard; no more gross cleaning up!

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – Musingssahm

Bowl Stand

Bowl Stand

I've become much too accustomed to kicking or tripping over my cat's food and water bowls that simply sit on the floor (and of course, she often tips her water bowl over), so this stand seems to be the perfect project for me. You can paint it plain and simple with your pet's name on it, or make up an elaborate design; turn into a feature!

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – CentsationalGirl

Crochet Bed

Crochet Bed

Cats love tucking away in dark enclosed spaces, so why not crochet a cute little igloo-style bed for your fuzzy feline? The project isn't too hard to do as long as you stick to the pattern, and if you use a good carpet or thick t-shirt yarn, the bed will sustain the clawing.

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – EilenTein

Window Perch

Window Perch

Cats love staring out the window; even though mine can simply hop out the open window and actually be outside, I usually catch her just sitting on the windowsill, looking out as if she's a philosopher contemplating the world. If you don't have a nice windowsill seat for your cat, make this comfy and fun window perch so that regardless of whether yours is an indoor or outdoor kitty, he still gets to gaze out.

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – DIYShowOff

Cardboard Catscraper

Cardboard Catscraper

As much as our beloved felines love to sharpen their claws on our furniture, we owners don't really love seeing our couches, chairs and drapes get torn apart. This cat skyscraper is the perfect alternative: it's super cheap to make, gives you the opportunity to recycle some old boxes, and will hopefully save your furniture. Be aware, it is time consuming, but definitely worth it.

DIY Instructions and Project Credit – MaisonKuotidien

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