Time to get prepared for weather changes [View all]

I've got 4 shelters out for the ferals. They all got fresh straw and I 'reinforced' the biggest one. It's a big old carrier. I removed the door and had made a gallant effort at blocking the vents to keep out the rain. It's where Arthur and his litter mates were born so I guess it's not too shabby.

I cut open an empty kibble bag (VERY strong plastic) and duct taped it down. I'm also going to stabilize it with a lid from a plastic tub to use as an awning. That will help keep precipitation from getting inside.

I know I'll have to get something stronger to hold the plastic in place, but this will do for now. What I want to find is some sort of insulation to put between the carrier and the bag and some straps to hold the bag in place. I might try making those, myself. Maybe some sort of strong binding with Velcro to hold it together. I'm thinking of repositioning it so the opening is facing the house. That should cut down on wind AND I can keep an eye on things from the sun room window.

One thing for sure, my brain is kept relatively agile trying to come up with ways to take care of these sweeties.