Cat Teepee To Make - Tutorials And Ideas To Pamper Your Cat

2023 Author: Lynn Laird | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 09:49

Cats are very curious animals thirsty for adventure. Everything new in the house seems to appeal to them. However, if you let them go exploring every nook and cranny, they might end up wreaking havoc by knocking over things or, worse yet, falling and getting injured. To avoid this, draw your cat's attention to a centerpiece designed for his safety! If you've ever looked at our DIY litter box and four legged friend bed articles, today we have something new to offer - a make-your-own cat teepee.

DIY cat teepee: design and production advice for all feline lovers

Cats find the strangest places in your home to hide and this is a normal expression of their routine and personality. Building a cat teepee for your furry friend is a great way to show them your love and dedication. With this fantastic playground and sleep, he will have the chance to explore the world around him without fear.

To get started with your DIY project, first review the benefits of making such a DIY tent, the models you can make, factors to consider beforehand, and step-by-step guides.

Add a touch of luxury with pompom lace

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Why prefer the DIY shelter to the commercial ones?

Cat teepees are really easy to make. You can just use what is available in your home. However, it does take a little time and effort. If you're not yet convinced it's really worth it, think about times when you can't find your cat anywhere. He will thank you for respecting his instinctive behavior to seek tranquility. Making a cat tent will help your own peace of mind. At least you'll give your friend a better resting space when you see him trying to put his plush body in a little shoebox.

Making a cat teepee yourself costs much less than if you had chosen to buy a commercial model. Plus, you can use scraps - unused pieces of wood from your carpentry work, scraps of fabric and ropes from your tailoring shop, or an old rug.

A fluffy pillow will definitely come in handy for your kitten

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With the DIY cat teepee, you will have no problem matching the color to the floor, walls or other furniture in the room, so that it fits well with the interior decoration. You can also decorate the tent according to your personality and that of your cat. For example, you can add features such as a nylon net that will allow your cat to enjoy the sunlight during the nap. Or include a closable door.

Finally, if you go with a commercial teepee, you will likely find one made from poor quality fabric. But if you do it yourself, you will choose the best quality textile which can be both heat resistant and cold resistant (in case you plan to have the tent outside).

We can also replace wooden sticks with tree branches

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Factors to consider before DIYing a cat teepee

Size: Indeed, you can make a teepee of any size without restriction, depending on the number of cats you have or the size of the room in which you want to place the playhouse.

Materials: Commercial cat teepees are generally made of heavy materials. If you want to get a portable model, you have complete freedom to replace the hardware. You can also build a permanent tent that will be fixed in one place.

Tipi tutorial for cats in wood and textile

Materials

• 5 wooden or bamboo sticks / tree branches
• scissors
• larger piece of fabric (sheets, scarf, etc.)
• ribbon
• hot glue gun
• string or rope
• cushion / wipe
• safety pins or needle and thread

Steps to follow

First, tie three sticks together in a tighter knot. Make a triangle and place it on the floor. Once you've secured all three sticks, add the other two so they are evenly distributed. Use the rest of the rope, wrapping it around the assembly until it is secure and stable. To secure the rope even better, use hot glue.

First attach the first three sticks together, then add the others

For more stability, secure the same with hot glue

Second, drape the fabric around the frame. If you use a larger piece of it, you can double or fold it. Pin or sew it using a needle and thread. You can also use safety pins so that it is easy to change at any time. Then, bring the excess length under the tent, to act as a floor. Of course, you can cut off the excess fabric if you don't like the way it looks.

Lastly, place the cushion or a shag rug on the base to make a sleeping nook for your cat. Just like humans, animals also like fluffy things. Also, you can hang a ball on the roof for your cat to play with. Plus, you can put your cat's favorite toy inside to keep him company while he sleeps.

Create a cardboard cat teepee

Materials

• lots of 2-ply corrugated board
• cutter
• pencil
• compass
• rule
• craft glue
• brush

Production

This cardboard cat furniture is indeed a composition of many cardboard discs glued on top of each other.

The first thing to do is to draw these discs on cardboard. These are 8 groups containing 4 or 5 circles each. The bigger ones have 5, the smaller ones can have 4. Each group consists of a large circle and other smaller circles. Each of them is 5mm smaller than the previous one.

Once you've drawn the first disc, use a ruler to measure 4cm around the circumference. Again, measure 4cm from the new circle and starting from the center, draw another smaller circle. Continue in this way until you have 5 discs inside each other.

The second step of this project involves gluing all the discs together starting from the largest to the smallest. As soon as the glue dries, you have to cut an opening in the cardboard that will serve as the front door for your feline.

If you want, place a small mat inside the tent to make your pet more comfortable.

Homemade wooden teepee for tomcat

Materials

• 3 wood panels
• 4 wood screws
• 2 sisal scratching mats
• jigsaw or hand saw
• screwdriver drill
• strong glue for wood
• ruler, pencil, sandpaper

How to do:

Basically this teepee is simply assembled, only the base is screwed on. The areas marked on the wood panels (see photo) are to be cut with the jigsaw. In order to get around the corners better with the machine, two holes must first be drilled in the indicated places of the area to be sawed (marked in black in the picture). After the areas are sawn off, the sharp cut edges should be lightly smoothed with sandpaper.

The base plate is screwed to the side parts. For this, the holes must be pre-drilled to prevent the wood from shattering. Mark the holes at a distance of 8 cm on the side and 6 cm downwards and drill. Be sure to drill the holes in the rough edges of the wood. The smooth sides should be visible afterwards.

The side parts are now assembled at the top and screwed to the base plate. First lightly tighten the four screws to maintain stability, then tighten all screws with the drill / driver.

Once everything is fully screwed in, the sisal scratch mats can be attached to the side panels. Do this with strong glue. Finally, for more comfort, put a soft pillow in the tipi.

To personalize your kitten's tent, you can put their favorite toys inside or add a cute curtain for more privacy.

Also, if your cat is afraid to enter the tent, place their blanket or yours inside to soothe the familiar scent.

Outdoor cat teepee to build

Indeed, the outdoor cat teepee is the best enclosure for indoor pets. It gives them the chance to get out and enjoy the sun safely.

To complete this DIY project, just follow the instructions in some of our tutorials. Finally, you can add a round pet bed or pillow that your feline will certainly appreciate.

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Indian garden teepees and indoor blanket huts are not only great fun for children, your tomcat will also love them as hiding places to sleep, play or just to spend hours of laziness. Being very easy to make, these tents are a good opportunity for you to learn new skills. Finally, it's the perfect Christmas cat gift. At least it will grab your pet's attention this holiday season and maybe save the tree from your furball attacks.