Animal Welfare Professionals

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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I am interested Marion!  
Christine O

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christine orbeck
Fearless Kitty Rescue
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: marion wagner
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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Has anyone here tried building a wall-climber like this? : https://catswithoutjobs.com/ We have a ledge over the door to our lobby that cats love to get up onto via an elaborate series of jumps from cage-tops and shelves, but sometimes they have more trouble navigating back down. I've contemplated whether something like this would make the situation better or worse.

My biggest concern with most cat-furniture is that it isn't easily able to be thoroughly disinfected. Carpet-fabric and wood are not the most easily cleaned materials, and it's always frustrating to have to find an appropriate way to clean a cat tree if a cat in the area develops URI or has a fecal parasite. What strategies have other folks used for keeping furniture from becoming a fomite?

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Emme Hones
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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I haven't seen these before but now I want one!  =^..^=

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Julie Levy
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-09-2021 09:10 AM
From: Emme Hones
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

Has anyone here tried building a wall-climber like this? : https://catswithoutjobs.com/ We have a ledge over the door to our lobby that cats love to get up onto via an elaborate series of jumps from cage-tops and shelves, but sometimes they have more trouble navigating back down. I've contemplated whether something like this would make the situation better or worse.

My biggest concern with most cat-furniture is that it isn't easily able to be thoroughly disinfected. Carpet-fabric and wood are not the most easily cleaned materials, and it's always frustrating to have to find an appropriate way to clean a cat tree if a cat in the area develops URI or has a fecal parasite. What strategies have other folks used for keeping furniture from becoming a fomite?

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Emme Hones

Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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Emme, that is pretty cool, and if one has the cover material, probably easily replaced as needed. It is probably just a straight board with the sisal mat stapled around. The column might be more of a concern from a hygiene standpoint.

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MW Cats
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-09-2021 09:10 AM
From: Emme Hones
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

Has anyone here tried building a wall-climber like this? : https://catswithoutjobs.com/ We have a ledge over the door to our lobby that cats love to get up onto via an elaborate series of jumps from cage-tops and shelves, but sometimes they have more trouble navigating back down. I've contemplated whether something like this would make the situation better or worse.

My biggest concern with most cat-furniture is that it isn't easily able to be thoroughly disinfected. Carpet-fabric and wood are not the most easily cleaned materials, and it's always frustrating to have to find an appropriate way to clean a cat tree if a cat in the area develops URI or has a fecal parasite. What strategies have other folks used for keeping furniture from becoming a fomite?

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Emme Hones

Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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Jennifer Evans
CARE
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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That is all carpet covered, which is exactly what I am NOT going to do! For our old shelter I built some nice looking cat furniture out of painted plywood. Maybe someone has tips on best (durable and non-toxic) paints. I wondered if there are better suited materials, like laminated plywood, and commercial PVC edge banding combined with washable cushions? And scratchers that can be easily replaced? Stuff like that is what makes shelter furniture different from pet store items. And expensive. But I am handy and willing to learn more.

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MW Cats
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-10-2021 12:54 PM
From: Jennifer Evans
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

Check out Darryl Michaelson 

Purrniture@gmail.com

https://www.purrniture.com

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Jennifer Evans
CARE

Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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Hi Marion, 

Have you heard of Crijo? They produce furniture for cats made specifically for animal shelters. They are a large investment but they are built to last 20-30 years+. Our donors love giving money for these!

https://www.crijopets.com

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Karen Reese
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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I saw this picture in a group a while back and saved it but I'm not sure what shelter it's at.  I liked that the frame was pvc so it would be easy to clean and that the slings are machine washable and look like they just slide on and off.  Plus it looks like it'd be a pretty simple and cheap project.

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Michelle Reardon
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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Wonderful idea!

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MW Cats
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-17-2021 08:41 AM
From: Michelle Reardon
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I saw this picture in a group a while back and saved it but I'm not sure what shelter it's at.  I liked that the frame was pvc so it would be easy to clean and that the slings are machine washable and look like they just slide on and off.  Plus it looks like it'd be a pretty simple and cheap project.

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Michelle Reardon

Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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Have you seen this site? May be some ideas for things to put on your wish list or handy staff/volunteers could recreate for shelter use. 

https://www.hauspanther.com/

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Shari Cahill
silvercometawa.org
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-17-2021 06:34 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

Wonderful idea!

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MW Cats

Original Message:
Sent: 05-17-2021 08:41 AM
From: Michelle Reardon
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I saw this picture in a group a while back and saved it but I'm not sure what shelter it's at.  I liked that the frame was pvc so it would be easy to clean and that the slings are machine washable and look like they just slide on and off.  Plus it looks like it'd be a pretty simple and cheap project.

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Michelle Reardon

Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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This seems like a much more affordable option! And looks simple to build and install. This would be a great project for scouts and/or volunteers to complete.

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Jill Gilbert
Shelter or rescue staff
Lee County Humane Society
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-17-2021 08:41 AM
From: Michelle Reardon
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I saw this picture in a group a while back and saved it but I'm not sure what shelter it's at.  I liked that the frame was pvc so it would be easy to clean and that the slings are machine washable and look like they just slide on and off.  Plus it looks like it'd be a pretty simple and cheap project.

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Michelle Reardon

Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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Have you looked at the website that sells Feline Snoozers? This is cat furniture made specifically for shelters. All PVC pipe and removable, washable pans except for the scratching posts that are also replaceable.  https://felinesnoozers.com/products/   I'm sure these could be easily made by someone more talented than me.

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barb roach
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-03-2021 05:05 PM
From: MW Cats
Subject: Cat Room Furniture?

I would love to find resources for building shelter-standard cat furniture, connect with other handy people, talk about materials, tools techniques, and share photos.
#Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment

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marion wagner
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