Several years into living in our tiny house, we adopted a cat.
We love our cat, but she immediately raised a number of questions about the design of our home. It was clear that nobody had thought of a cat inhabiting the home. We didn’t know where to put her litter box, and we weren’t sure how to keep her inside.
Since then, we’ve come up with solutions to adapt our home, but it means that when I am checking out other peoples’ tiny houses, I always get excited when I notice pet-friendly features built right into the homes.
What Features Make for a Pet-Friendly Tiny House?
Some examples of pet-friendly features in tiny houses include:
- A spot to put the litter box where it will be out-of-the-way.
- A special area for dog or cat supplies and/or a special feeding zone.
- Literal catwalks upstairs.
- Tunnels that lead outdoors but keep a cat in a protected zone.
- Any feature that makes it less likely your dog or cat will jump out the door whenever you open it.
- Conversely, a dog or cat door, if you want your cat or dog coming and going freely.
- Storage spaces for dog kennels.
- Easy-to-clean floors (i.e. hardwood).
- A special loft just for your pets.
Those are just a few special pet-friendly features to be on the lookout for when you are checking out tiny houses. Now let’s take a look at some cat- and dog-friendly tiny houses and the unique features which make them perfect for pets.
Dog-Friendly Tiny Houses
Let’s start out by showcasing tiny houses that are perfect for dogs. After that, we’ll move on to a selection of tiny houses that are ideal for cats.
1. Two Engineers and Three Dogs in One Tiny House
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2. 117-Square-Foot Dog-Friendly Tiny House in Orlando
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3. The Dandelion Tiny House
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4. The Mustard Yellow Tiny House
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5. A Blue Tiny House With a Dog Named Murphy
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6. An Austin, TX Tiny House for a Couple With Two Dogs
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7. This Tiny House Was Built With Dogs in Mind
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8. The Blueridge
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9. Tiny House With Built-In Dog Condo
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10. This Tiny House Literally Features an Entire Bedroom for a Dog
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11. Dog-Friendly Tiny House Featured on HGTV
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12. Tiny House for a Family of Three Plus Three Cats and Three Dogs
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13. A Traveling Tiny House with Two Dogs
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14. Full-Time Living for a Couple and Their Dog
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15. Eclectic Tiny House With Outdoor Features for Dogs
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16. Dogs Love Living in This Converted Blue Bird Bus Home
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17. Tiny Loft Cabin With a Shaded Porch
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Cat-Friendly Tiny Houses
Now that we have had a chance to check out a number of dog-friendly tiny houses, let’s take a look at tiny homes that are perfect for felines.
18. Riverbend Cottage Tiny House Featuring a Literal Catwalk
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19. The Lucky Penny Trailer
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20. Tiny House With a Smart Built-In Space for a Litter Box
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21. Another Tiny House With a Litter Box Space Under the Steps
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22. The Dandelion Tiny House
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23. The Blue Mountains Luxury Tiny Home: The Ultimate Tiny House for Kitties
A convenient kitty door makes it easy for feline occupants of this tiny house to move in and out. But where the door leads to will surprise you. The cat door leads out into a sheltered, safe tunnel. But it gets even better. The tunnel connects the tiny house directly to a large, covered outdoor play area for cats. This is an amazing feature for cats that love to be outside and owners who want to make sure that they stay completely safe while they are enjoying the fresh air.
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24. This Tiny House Houses Two People, Two Cats, and Four Chickens
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25. The Judy Blue Eyes
The exciting feature for cats is the custom-designed “cat bridge.” This catwalk spans the distance between the two lofts, offering cats a place to run around or relax while also adding an artistic touch to the interior. I feel this home is a particularly striking example of a completely personalized tiny house, so I recommend checking out the post for full details.
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26. The Spirit Tiny House
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A Tiny House Can Be a Wonderful Home to Share With Your Furry Loved Ones
If you have been holding off on making the leap to tiny living because you were worried about whether it would be the right move for your cats or dogs, you now know just how pet-friendly tiny houses can be. Be sure to also check out 9 Borderline Genius Tips For Living In A Tiny House With A Pet, where you’ll find even more great pictures of pet solutions in tiny homes!