Although cats have an innate reflex to right themselves and land on their feet they aren t immune from harming themselves says dr.
Cat proof balcony railing.
What you will need to kitten proof your railing.
To kitten proof your railings you need to cover the spaces with a protective screen or netting.
Lori bierbrier medical director of community medicine at the aspca.
You can t cover your whole balcony with it only balcony railing.
If you get this net you ll still have to watch your cat so that she doesn t jump of the railing.
Cardinal deck shield balcony net also seems to be popular but it s only 36 inches 91cm high so it is not something you can use to cover the entire balcony only the balcony railing.
I only recommend this for first floor apartments or ground floor spaces.
Attach the leash to the harness once your cat has been trained and accepts wearing the harness.
This balcony fence net looks especially nice if your balcony is white.
Alternatively you can try to block access upstairs or train your cat not to play near it but this is often quite difficult to implement.
Fit the harness so that it is snug but that you are still able to insert two fingers between the straps and the cat.
If the harness is too slack the cat may be able to wriggle free.
Put the harness on your cat and let him onto the balcony.
Unfortunately falls aren t the only problem.
This net is easy to install and uv protected.
Make sure your beloved pet can t climb on top of small ledges like the edge of your balcony.
If you and your cat live in a property that is higher than two stories then you need to think about cat proofing your balcony.
If you opt for this kind of balcony protection you ll still have to keep an eye on your cat so they don t jump over the railing.
Keep your cat on a leash.
Cats and dogs can squeeze through balcony railings but cats are more prone to jumping onto and over them olson adds.
The easiest way to keep your cat safe on the balcony is.
Or you might be able to find an ordinary net at the local home depot and it will work too.
The mesh material is made with heavier grade fabric that is resistant to pulls and tears making it appropriate for a cat too.
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