Apartment Answers

jade73700 answered at 12/19/2007 4:11:16 AM

After a $2000+ surgery to have a shoe string removed from my cats tummy I invested in a lifetime supply of zip ties. I love zip ties.

jeffsplace answered at 12/12/2007 9:35:52 PM

Wow! Khouse, quite the answer. And quite the right answer. Although most cats that I have run across in my life can be very curious and can get into almost anything no matter where it is put up, I think hiding the wires is the best option. You can also tie the cables and wires together with plastic zip ties or reuse the twisties from the bread to bind the cables together then pray that the cats leave them alone. You might also look into going wireless with the things that you can. Bluetooth headsets, wireless video game controlers, etc. Good luck and meow.

khouse answered at 12/12/2007 9:28:36 PM

First things first, if you properly pose a question, we can tackle your question appropriately. BUT - I get what you meant, so my solution is...don't leave the cables out where the cats can chew on them!! I know, I know...it seems so simple!!! ;)

jmparri2 answered at 11/2/2007 2:27:18 PM

Home Depot has some really great plastic-covered screen fencing. Cheap, and instead of staples, use the locking plastic ties! Roll on easy, come off with scissors. That's what I did in my apartment ... can't see it from the street!

jeffsplace answered at 11/1/2007 1:53:44 PM

This is tough because you want to create a barrier without sacrificing the looks of your patio. Stapling some chicken wire across the bottom would serve the purpose splendidly, but would look really trashy. You could take a 1 x 6 piece of strip wood and place that along the bottom as well. Then run potted plants in front of it or, heck, you could even paint and decorate the wood if you wanted. Regarding the top railing...cats like to jump. Potted plants work great along the railing if it is wide enough and will keep your little Snowball from making the leap. Anyone else have any great ideas?