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**Title:** Building a Catio for Ralph and Bella
**Background:** After moving to a new house, the author's cats (Ralph and Bella) were kept indoors, sparking a debate among viewers about the pros and cons of indoor vs. outdoor life for cats.
**Project:** The author decides to build a "catio" (a large, enclosed outdoor space) to provide a safe and stimulating environment for Ralph and Bella.
**Key Points:**
1. The catio is built in a small, rented garden with restrictions (no drilling into the house).
2. The structure consists of a freestanding frame, mesh enclosure, and a sheltered area.
3. Additional features are added, including:
* A climbing wall with colorful grips
* Multiple platforms and walkways
* Sheltered areas with corrugated roof sheets
* Lighting for nighttime use
**Outcome:**
1. Both cats enjoy their new catio, with Ralph being more adventurous.
2. The space provides a safe outdoor experience, satisfying the author's concerns about safety and happiness.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text, each with a number and in short sentences:
1. A tiny camera was attached to the author's cat Ralph's collar to reveal his secret life.
2. Ralph's desire to go outside was revealed through the camera footage.
3. Ralph and his companion cat Bella have been indoor cats since the author moved house a year ago.
4. Both cats spend hours daily staring out the window into the garden.
5. In the UK, 90% of cats are outdoor cats, while in the US, 90% are indoor cats.
6. The author decided to build a "catio" (cat patio) for Ralph and Bella.
7. A catio is a large, walk-in enclosure similar to a chicken run.
8. The author's garden is small, comparable to a postage stamp.
9. The author rents the house and is not allowed to drill into the structure.
10. The catio was built to be entirely freestanding.
11. The construction process involved:
* Setting six posts into the ground for support
* Building a wooden frame with a large door
* Creating a roof frame
* Covering the structure with mesh
12. Ralph and Bella were introduced to the catio, with Bella exploring immediately.
13. Ralph took under a minute to venture outside into the catio.
14. The cats' initial reactions were observed, with Ralph's senses being in overdrive.
15. Rain delayed further construction and also kept Ralph from using the catio for a week.
16. After the rain, a shelter was added using corrugated roof sheets.
17. An adventure playground was built within the catio, featuring:
* A circular platform
* A climbing wall with colorful grips
* Multiple platforms and walkways
18. The climbing wall's angle was adjusted to make it easier for the cats to use.
19. The catio was completed, and both cats used it, with Ralph enjoying bird watching from the highest point.