Here's the feral shelter my nephew made. I added some 'flourishes'

[Siwsan]

At first I set it up on some pavers to hopefully keep it above any ponding water. I made makeshift 'stairs' from a plank of wood and a brick. Now even the smallest kitten can get out, and most importantly, get in. Then I used the top to a big plastic tub as a second roof that adds a little more protection from the rain. It's secured with a very heavy (for me) paver. The inside has lots of straw that I will be changing out, as needed. I did move that paver to a better position, towards the center. All it needs, now, is a Red Dragon decoration.

I think they should be cozy. Now I'm looking for another or even bigger one of these to repurpose.

[hlthe2b]

1. Very nice repurposing of an old cooler. How hard was it to cut out the entrance "hole?"

[House of Roberts]

7. A sabre saw or reciprocating saw would make that easy.

a cheap alternative is a keyhole saw. Start the hole with a drilled hole and 'work in' the circle.

[hlthe2b]

8. thanks... I have extra coolers I'd not mind repurposing for something useful

[intheozone]

2. That is very cool! Nice job. nt

[WhiteTara]

3. that is such a cute little kitten

I'm longing for another, but I"m afraid to upset my household.

[CousinIT]

4. Purrfect. They come to you because they know you will protect them!

That's a fantastic little shelter for them!

[Chainfire]

5. That is some clever recycling.

[thatcrowwoman]

6. Bronwyn approves! 😻

Hugs to your nephew and to you for your re-purrposing skills.
🕊tcw