Large outdoor catios

What makes a catio large?

A large footprint and walk-in height solve different problems. Floor space gives you room to arrange resting areas and routes through the enclosure, while adult access lets you reach shelves and clean inside. Check both rather than treating height as a substitute for usable space.

Seller labels do not establish a shared size standard. Aivituvin lists its AIR52 at 56.54 square feet, while Omlet lists a configuration measuring 7 feet 3 inches wide and long, including its skirt, but only 3 feet 9 inches high. That Omlet configuration is not the choice if you want standing access.

Cat counts are also model-specific claims, not a universal space allowance. The Catio Company describes a 10-foot-by-12-foot King City project built for four cats and an 8×12 cedar enclosure designed for seven indoor cats. For your household, compare the layout and resting places as well as the footprint.

Large kits for sale

These seller prices were checked in October 2026. Starting prices and listed configurations are useful comparison points, but check the current listing for dimensions, included parts, and the configuration you intend to order.

For several cats, start with the footprint that fits your site, then compare access and interior features. A lower-priced tall enclosure is not automatically a substitute for a wider run, and a larger wooden model may occupy more patio space than you can spare.

• PawHut lists its Walk-In Metal Catio at $219.99: 77 inches tall, with galvanized steel tubing, wire mesh, platforms, a hammock, and a cover. The seller says it suits up to four cats.
• Aivituvin lists the AIR52 Walk-In Outdoor Cat Enclosure from $396.99, with 56.54 square feet of space, fir wood, and heavy-duty wire. Check its current overall dimensions against your available footprint.
• Petscosset lists the PET96 Large Walk-in Wooden Catio with Storage Cabinet at $379.99. It includes seven platforms, resting boxes, and scratching posts; the seller specifies three to four small-to-medium cats under 30 pounds each.
• PawHut lists its Large Wooden Cat House with Waterproof Cover and two condos at $579.99. Overall dimensions are 110.2 inches long, 73 inches wide, and 74 inches high; the seller says it fits three to six cats.
• Omlet lists its Catios from the provided configuration at $949, using steel weld mesh. Its listed dimensions, including the skirt, are 7 feet 3 inches wide, 7 feet 3 inches long, and 3 feet 9 inches high.
• Habitat Haven lists the Lion’s Den Catio Series from $1,459.45, with powder-coated galvanized steel mesh and three- or four-sided options. Listed heights are 72 inches for Petit and 92 inches for Standard; the seller describes it as designed for multi-cat households.

When to consider a custom build

Petscosset says a custom build may be necessary for a non-standard footprint, a corner layout, or an unusual entry connection. That makes custom work worth comparing when a rectangular kit cannot reach your window or fit the site. It is less compelling if a freestanding kit already meets your space and access needs.

Cat Topia lists the 12×9 Open-Air Cat Ranch custom walk-in catio at $13,000. Its 12.5×6 Cedar Castle, with a clear roof, shelves, and wall entry, is listed at $11,000; the 10×6 Catnip Chalet with a window access tunnel is $20,000. These are named project prices, not a general rate for every installation.

Cat Topia says it serves customers across all 50 states. The Catio Company designs and builds across the Pacific Northwest using exterior-grade materials, but the provided facts do not include its prices. Its King City project was designed around HOA requirements; check your own association and city before committing to a layout.

Features to compare before ordering

Separate the human cleaning door from your cat’s entry route. Petscosset describes its 71-inch Catio for Multiple Cats as having a 71-inch front door for adult entry and modular expansion capability. For a house-connected enclosure, ask how the cat entry, roof drainage, and frame alignment will be handled.

Compare roof coverage, shade, and shelf placement rather than counting accessories alone. The Catio Company’s King City project combines a through-the-wall pet door, shade under an awning, and a vertical playground. Ask for a layout showing how cats can reach resting areas without blocking the cleaning route.

Floor choice and mesh details deserve the same attention as size. The Catio Company’s Portland project uses natural ground, cedar, and 1×1 heavy-duty PVC-coated black mesh, with trim covering edges and staples. Its DIY plans offer modular connections and later expansion, but that does not mean every finished kit accepts additions.

• Door: confirm adult access and the separate cat-entry arrangement.
• Roof: check coverage, shade, and drainage where the enclosure meets your home.
• Shelves: compare their placement with the remaining floor space.
• Floor: decide how you will clean and maintain the proposed surface.
• Expansion: confirm compatible add-on panels before buying.