Winter Cat Houses

Dec 7, 2025

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🐾 Help Us Build Cozy Cat Shelters from Old Drink Coolers

As winter approaches, outdoor cats face freezing temperatures, wet conditions, and a lack of safe shelter. But with your help, we can turn old drink coolers into warm, weatherproof homes for these vulnerable animals.

🧊 Why Drink Coolers Make Great Cat Houses

Hard-sided drink coolers are ideal for upcycled cat shelters:

Insulated walls retain warmth
Waterproof exteriors block rain and snow
Durable construction withstands harsh weather
Easy-access lids make cleaning simple

Instead of sending these coolers to the landfill, we’re giving them a second life—and giving outdoor cats a fighting chance.

🛠️ What We Need

We’re collecting donations of:

Used hard-sided drink coolers (any size, any brand)
Straw (not hay), or foam insulation
Duct tape, sealant, vinyl flaps
Bricks or wood blocks for elevation

Every item helps us build more shelters and reach more cats.

🐱 How Your Donation Helps

Each cooler we convert becomes a life-saving refuge. With your support, we can:

Build and distribute shelters to neighborhoods with high stray populations
Partner with local TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) groups
Educate communities about humane care for outdoor cats

Whether you donate supplies or funds, you’re helping us protect animals who have nowhere else to go.

🌨️ Want to Get Involved?

Donate supplies: Clean out your garage and drop off old coolers or blankets.
Sponsor a build: A $15 donation covers insulation and materials for one cat house.
Volunteer: Help us build, distribute, or spread the word.

🐾 Final Thoughts

Outdoor cats deserve warmth, safety, and compassion. With your help, we can turn forgotten coolers into cozy shelters—and make a real difference this winter.

Ready to help? Reach out to us on our Facebook page, by email at pawsclawsandtalons.supplies@gmail.com, or by phone 651-467-4064 and let’s build something beautiful together!

Support Options

Check-out our Amazon Wishlist for needed Project Supplies

Give a Digital (cash) Donation

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Volunteer openings are available