A Tale of Two Cats and a Tricky Side-Yard

KittySafe delivered a premium custom cat enclosure in Halls Head, turning a narrow side-of-house area into a secure outdoor haven for two beloved cats, Worf and Drew. Our team expertly navigated an over-height fence and a tricky gate, even accommodating a last-minute request for a zipper door. This project showcases our flexible and professional approach to creating safe, enjoyable spaces for pets in the Mandurah region. If you’re looking for a custom side of house cat run, KittySafe has the expertise to bring your vision to life.

Suburb: Halls Head
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Stuart Durkin

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How flexibility and expertise created the perfect safe space for Worf and Drew in Halls Head.

Cat Enclosure Halls Head Professional: Custom Side-Yard Run in Halls Head 2025

For cat owners in the beautiful coastal suburb of Halls Head, the desire to give their feline friends a taste of the fresh sea air is completely understandable. The challenge, however, is balancing that freedom with absolute safety. This was exactly the situation for a local family and their two beloved cats, Worf and Drew. They had an unused space down the side of their house—a long, narrow walkway—that they dreamed of converting into a secure outdoor haven. That’s where a professionally installed cat enclosure Halls Head project by KittySafe turned a complex idea into a delightful reality.

Every home is unique, and this project presented a few interesting puzzles for our team to solve. At KittySafe, we see these not as problems, but as opportunities to showcase our custom-designed solutions and commitment to secure cat containment in WA.

The Challenge: An Over-Height Fence and a Quirky Garden

The first thing we noticed during our site consultation was the over-height timber fence running the length of the property. This required a bespoke approach to ensure the outdoor cat netting was securely attached at a height that would be completely escape-proof. Standard solutions simply wouldn’t do.

Adding to the complexity, the narrow walkway ended at an old gate. The client needed the enclosure to marry up to this gate for a seamless boundary, but we couldn’t attach our netting directly to the gate’s frame. This meant engineering a solution that would secure the space without compromising the gate’s structure or function.

Finally, the space itself was a charming but overgrown garden, dotted with decorative statues of meerkats, swans, and even a sloth! Our installation needed to respect this quirky landscape, transforming it into a safe playground without disturbing its character. It was a classic case for expert pet proofing Halls Head style.

The Solution: A Flexible and Custom Cat Enclosure

Our team got to work designing a side of house cat run that addressed every challenge. We used our premium, low-visibility 19mm cat netting, which is strong enough to withstand determined claws but subtle enough not to obstruct the view or make the space feel caged in.

To tackle the over-height fence, we installed custom brackets and tensioning wires, creating a robust framework that the netting could be perfectly secured to. For the gate, we built an independent support structure that allowed the netting to run right up to the edge, creating a solid barrier without ever touching the gate itself. This is the kind of detailed problem-solving that defines a KittySafe installation.

One of the most important aspects of our work is flexibility. Mid-way through the project, the client decided they would prefer a zipper door for easier access instead of a simple vertical net panel. For us, this wasn’t a problem at all. We quickly adapted the plan and integrated one of our heavy-duty, UV-stabilised zipper doors into the design. This small change made a huge difference to the usability of the space, and we were more than happy to accommodate it. It’s this responsive service that makes us a leading choice for cat netting in Mandurah and the surrounding suburbs.

A Special Space for a Special Sphynx Cat Enclosure

This project was all for two very special residents: Drew, and a Sphynx cat named Worf. For those unfamiliar, Sphynx cats require extra care when it comes to sun exposure, so creating a space with natural shade was important. The new Sphynx cat enclosure provided just that, offering protection while still allowing Worf to enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the outdoors.

We learned from the owner that Worf got his edgy name when a Star Trek-loving friend suggested it. It’s a perfect fit for his unique and captivating personality! Now, he and his companion Drew can safely explore their new territory, watch the birds, and nap in the fresh air, giving their family complete peace of mind.

The final result was a complete transformation. What was once a simple, overgrown walkway is now a functional, secure, and enriching custom cat patio Halls Head residents would be proud of. The before-and-after is truly night and day, showcasing how even the most awkward of spaces can become a cat’s paradise.

The client was ‘super happy’ with the finished enclosure, and for us, that is the ultimate measure of success. Seeing Worf and Drew happily exploring their new domain is why we do what we do. It’s about more than just netting; it’s about enhancing the lives of pets and their people.

If you have an unused or tricky space at your home in Halls Head or anywhere in the Perth and Mandurah regions, don’t write it off. With a little creativity and expertise, it could become the perfect outdoor adventure zone for your feline family members. Contact KittySafe today for a free, no-obligation quote and let’s discuss how we can create a beautiful and cat enclosure Halls Head loves.


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Specifications

High-tensile, low-visibility 19mm cat netting

Custom installation to accommodate an over-height fence

Bespoke solution for securing netting to an old gate without frame attachment

Heavy-duty UV-resistant zipper door for convenient access

Seamless integration with existing house fascia and fence line

Designed to transform a narrow side-of-house walkway into a secure cat run

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