Companion Animals

Cat Outdoor Enrichment Catios

Catios are growing in popularity as a solution providing outdoor enrichment while preventing road mortality and wildlife predation.

Key Facts

Evidence-based research supports welfare improvements in cat outdoor enrichment catios
Millions of animals benefit from better companion animals welfare practices
Individual actions and policy change both drive welfare improvements
Science, advocacy, and consumer choice are all important levers for change
Progress is achievable and measurable across this welfare domain

Welfare Considerations

Catios deliver outdoor welfare benefits while eliminating outdoor risk and wildlife impact.

What You Can Do

Install a catio to provide outdoor enrichment safely
Support catio installation guidance for cat owners
Share catio design resources with other cat owners
Advocate for catios as standard welfare recommendation