Can cats claw through the mesh?
348148
No, the material is claw-proof. There is window screen material that is also scratch proof. It works the same way. I have 2 cats and they safely stay and play inside using their claws without any harm to the fabric.
348149
No. It is quite sturdy. If you leave it outside year 'round, especially in the sun it will fade. The yellow fabric on the wire is poor quality an eventually tears but is easily repaired/reinforced with zip(cable) ties. Only after several years of constant outdoor abuse will the mesh tear. I have a "cat maze" set up 24/7 outside. I discarded a few old sections this spring due to weathering. One caution, however. Big dogs CAN tear the mesh if they have access and intend to get to the cats! ( FYI I have purchased two mazes and about 30 fun runs over time. I still have both mazes outdoors as well as most of the fun runs. Connected together you get a cat "habitrail".) No. It is quite sturdy. If you leave it outside year 'round, especially in the sun it will fade. The yellow fabric on the wire is poor quality an eventually tears but is easily repaired/reinforced with zip(cable) ties. Only after several years of constant outdoor abuse will the mesh tear. I have a "cat maze" set up 24/7 outside. I discarded a few old sections this spring due to weathering. One caution, however. Big dogs CAN tear the mesh if they have access and intend to get to the cats! ( FYI I have purchased two mazes and about 30 fun runs over time. I still have both mazes... » Read More No. It is quite sturdy. If you leave it outside year 'round, especially in the sun it will fade. The yellow fabric on the wire is poor quality an eventually tears but is easily repaired/reinforced with zip(cable) ties. Only after several years of constant outdoor abuse will the mesh tear. I have a "cat maze" set up 24/7 outside. I discarded a few old sections this spring due to weathering. One caution, however. Big dogs CAN tear the mesh if they have access and intend to get to the cats! ( FYI I have purchased two mazes and about 30 fun runs over time. I still have both mazes outdoors as well as most of the fun runs. Connected together you get a cat "habitrail".) « Show Less
348150
No, it's durable. We've had ours for 10 months with two cats in it every day for various lengths of time with no damage.
348151
My cats have only been inside a few times as the winter weather has not always been good. One cat is thrilled with it, the other cat is very nervous and is a real Houdini--he managers to work open the zippers--so the zippers will have to be twisted shut with something strong. I also keep my cats nails cut, the sharp pointy tips mainly--and, as this is a new toy for them I have usually sat nearby and kept my eye on them. So, I am not too much help.
348152
Yes, they can, plus I think it deteriorated with sunlight, wind etc. But my 16 year old cat loved it. I put a waterproof cover on a central tent-like unit in which she ate and slept, another unit for her litter, and she had the happiest summer for years, dying naturally in her sleep this winter. So it was worth it to me. With stronger netting and good seams it would be more expensive, but a winner.
404832
I have not traveled with cats but the front and side screens would easily tear under a cat's nails.
1216482
The material is extremely tough. So, unless you're storing catnip or some other hot item in the cat world inside the YS III, I doubt that cats would scratch one open.
576231
I am not a vet, but from what I can tell the cats claws aren't truly extended. My cats have been wearing these for several months now, and they don't seem to cause any harm. The cats do try to pull at the covers for the first hour or so after the initial application, but then they forget about them. They run, play, climb, and claw at their scratching posts the same way as without the covers. I think that the claw may grow out a bit, allowing the claw to retract in, fairly rapidly. On my cats, the soft claw covers only the first 2/3 of the claw even when they are freshly applied.
110453
This would definitely be a question for the seller but it appears to be pretty durable as long as you put a slip over of some kind. My only concern would be a cat who has sharp claws
1062347
Yes it is attached but unless the cats were declawed it would not be safe. The screen mesh is very soft and easily torn. I use it for animals outside but nothing I have has claws or chews. Otherwise is pretty much escape proof.
1644911
It might, but long claws will poke through sooner or later. Best to keep them trimmed.
494126
I wouldn't think so. My cat has his claws but simply jumps from level to level, never using his claws except when he wants to scratch them on the posts.
944064
Unfortunately yes they can. My 13lb cat pushes his way out all the time. My other cat is not willing to push through but with enough time she will pull both flaps open.
57831
My wife, who is the master user as she wheels our two Yorkies around, indicates "It's mesh and yes it will rip if cats claw at it."
1605292
No. Too many holes for little claws. Use a bath towel if you HAVE to bathe a cat.
209352
Although the clip that holds down the hood quite well, if the cats can tear the mesh, they can get out. You can tether them inside as they have a very good tether system.
756093
The mesh is large enough that the claws do not really snag it --- the "loops" are about 1/2" open. I LOVE using this in the back of my car to travel with the kitties. it is large enough to hold a litter box easily. The ONLY problem with its design, is if you set it out on the yard to let the cats enjoy the grass, and they "go to the bathroom", it gets on the bottom of the tent and you have to hose it off.
965560
No, when the mesh is zipped closed there is no gap at all. Now there's little gaps in the mesh were there could get a claw through. I like the a lot.
756097
I imagine that a cat who is stressed and wants to get out might eventually rip through the mesh. I have never experienced any damage to it. But I must say that I generally remain in the vicinity of the 'funhouse', especially so while the cat gets used to it.
1520296
As far as I've read on the instructions, the level that the magnets operate at is adjustable. I would think that the cats would be able to get through.
1416946
I suppose so unless they are extremely aggressive. It is made of whatseems to be a strong fabric. I expect if you locked a cat in it the cat would eventually rip a hole in it.