April Campbell has five rescue cats at home in Toronto and a bird feeder in her backyard. She loves watching the birds but also cares deeply for her foster cats.

To protect both, she built a “catio” — a secure outdoor enclosure where cats can enjoy sun and fresh air without hunting wildlife. She doesn’t want her pets contributing to the millions of bird deaths caused by outdoor cats each year.

“I love cats but I also love birds. I love all animals,” she said. “We can give cats everything they need indoors. They do not have to be outside hunting. With a catio, they can explore and relax and the birds in my yard stay safe.”

Her house is full of toys, climbing shelves, scratching posts and quiet spots — all meant to keep the cats active without roaming.

If more cat owners took the same ap

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