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Cat Fence Kits

Cat Fence Kits

There are many different options available on our website and options to select the right cat fence or cat fencing material for your project. Let's try to narrow down what we offer to match what you need. 

Some general cat fence guidelines:

  • Cats are great climbers - likely, you will need a fence with four sides and a top or a stand-alone no-climb fence kit. Some customers have reported success using a standard up and down fence without no climb extenders; the poly fence itself isn't comfortable for cats to climb and can work by itself
  • Have a cat rescue? Consider our no climb both ways fence kits. When feeding your rescues outdoors, you can attract raccoons and other animals. Having climb protection in both directions can protect your cats and also helps keep out predators (coyotes, other animals). No climb fences in both directions will also help you separate cats by gender, temperament, etc. 
  • Use a chew barrier base - Cats won't chew our patent pending Bitterfence® poly fence mesh but other predators might if they are hungry or desperate enough. For any cat fence we strongly suggest a 2x2 or smaller metal chew barrier base with any of our fence kits. 

Here's an overview of our fence kits:

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Cat Fencing - Does it work?

The short answer is yes, provided the right materials are used and it's installed correctly. Here are a few things to consider:

1) Be aware of items or places that cats can jump up to, to gain access to the top of the cat fence canopy. No climb fences are built with an overhang that turns climbing cats back toward the ground. If they can figure out a way to jump on top of that canopy, they can escape. A good example from one customer was a cat that learned to jump on top of her grill then onto the canopy to escape. Another concern are trees near the fence. No climb extenders can be installed at the base of the tree to form a mushroom shaped canopy around the tree to prevent climbing.

2) Think about other animals that are trying to get in - some customers opt for a straight poly no climb fence and can have issues over time with predators. This also applies to predator birds - we always recommend having a safe place for cats to escape to for safety like a shed with a cat door or shelter.

3) Watch your cats for the first day after setting up your new enclosure. If there is a weak point, they will investigate and find it.

What is Cat Fencing Made Of?

The most common fence material used to keep in cats is poly. Poly is short for polypropylene (a type of plastic). It's very strong and with our Bitterfence® additive it's chew resistant (the additive is derived from hot peppers, capsaicin). The key characteristic of poly fence is that it's not comfortable for cats to chew. If you present them with a firm structure (like thick wire fence for example) they will climb it like a ladder. Poly fence has some flex to it and will move under weight. It can be formed to shapes and secured to block off escape areas for sneaky, agile cats. 

Typically, the base of a cat fence is metal - this is mostly for other animals besides cats looking to gain entry. 

Cat Fence Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of fence will keep cats in or out of your yard?
The most effective fence to keep cats in or out is a fence with climb protection. This climb protection consists of angled metal extensions that form a canopy using fencing, preventing cats from climbing.
What is the best cat fencing?
The best type of cat fencing is Bitterfence® polypropylene. It's strong, lightweight, chew resistant and not comfortable for cats to climb.
How much does a cat fence cost?
$8 to $14 or more per linear foot depending on the materials selected.
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