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Chris: /* Adoption Fees */

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Adoption Fees

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	=== Adoption Fees ===		=== Adoption Fees ===

	We will pay the adoption fees for a cat from [https://www.friendsofcats.org/ Friends of Cats] in El Cajon or [https://~~www~~.~~grandmabettysanimalrescue.com~~/ ~~Grandma Betty's Animal Rescue~~] in ~~Julian~~ once per year for each resident.		We will pay the adoption fees for a cat from [https://www.friendsofcats.org/ Friends of Cats] in El Cajon or [https://frostedfacesfoundation.org/ Frosted Faces Foundation] in Ramona once per year for each resident.

	Please Note: Haven Homes is not affiliated with either of these organizations.		Please Note: Haven Homes is not affiliated with either of these organizations.

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Text replacement - "Catwalk Lightrail" to "Catwalk Cove Light"

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	For more, see [[Scratch Station]].		For more, see [[Scratch Station]].

	===[[Catwalk ~~Lightrail~~]]===		===[[Catwalk Cove Light]]===
	[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Photo: Catwalk ~~Lightrail~~]]This is a pair of two long, narrow, decorative panels of solid hardwood that are mounted high on two of the walls of each apartment. The tops of the panels have angled channels that allow LED light strips to be installed to turn them into giant, customizable light fixtures. The panels can also display small décor items like art objects or collectibles, with the light providing ideal illumination. However, those with cats will want to keep them clear, as they provide pathways to access and travel between the cat loft and the other elevated feline living spaces.		[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Photo: Catwalk Cove Light]]This is a pair of two long, narrow, decorative panels of solid hardwood that are mounted high on two of the walls of each apartment. The tops of the panels have angled channels that allow LED light strips to be installed to turn them into giant, customizable light fixtures. The panels can also display small décor items like art objects or collectibles, with the light providing ideal illumination. However, those with cats will want to keep them clear, as they provide pathways to access and travel between the cat loft and the other elevated feline living spaces.

	For more, see [[Catwalk ~~Lightrail~~]].		For more, see [[Catwalk Cove Light]].

	===Cat Tunnels with Brushes===		===Cat Tunnels with Brushes===

Chris: /* Lunar Beacons */

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Lunar Beacons

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	===Lunar Beacons===		===Lunar Beacons===
	In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment has spaces for three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to ~~get~~ them ~~used to~~ the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the ~~larger~~ Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.		In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment has spaces for three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to familiarize them with the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home, so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the large Lunar Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.

	For more, see [[Lunar Beacon]].<!-- === Cat Solariums ===		For more, see [[Lunar Beacon]].<!-- === Cat Solariums ===

Chris: /* Lunar Beacons */

2025-07-29T17:09:32Z

Lunar Beacons

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	===Lunar Beacons===		===Lunar Beacons===
	In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment ~~gets~~ three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to get them used to the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the larger Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.		In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment has spaces for three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to get them used to the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the larger Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.

	For more, see [[Lunar Beacon]].<!-- === Cat Solariums ===		For more, see [[Lunar Beacon]].<!-- === Cat Solariums ===

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2025-07-29T17:08:43Z

Equipment

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	Once per year, we will pay for all the cats living at Cloud Nine Studios to get a physical health examination from a local veterinarian.		Once per year, we will pay for all the cats living at Cloud Nine Studios to get a physical health examination from a local veterinarian.

	== ~~Equipment~~ ==		== Devices Provided ==

	=== Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes ===		=== Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes ===

Chris: /* Lunar Beacons */

2025-07-29T17:08:13Z

Lunar Beacons

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	Decorative carpet panels that have been framed to look like artwork are available to give highly mobile and active cats and alternate path from the windowsill near the closet to the cat loft. Also, custom ramps are available to provide alternate routes to the cat loft and other upper living areas for cats with limited mobility who are not able to comfortably use the existing routes.		Decorative carpet panels that have been framed to look like artwork are available to give highly mobile and active cats and alternate path from the windowsill near the closet to the cat loft. Also, custom ramps are available to provide alternate routes to the cat loft and other upper living areas for cats with limited mobility who are not able to comfortably use the existing routes.

	===[[Lunar Beacons]]===		===Lunar Beacons===
	In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment gets three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to get them used to the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the larger Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.		In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment gets three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to get them used to the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the larger Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.

Chris: /* Equipment */

2025-07-29T17:07:54Z

Equipment

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	=== Cat Accessibility Devices ===		=== Cat Accessibility Devices ===
	Decorative carpet panels that have been framed to look like artwork are available to give highly mobile and active cats and alternate path from the windowsill near the closet to the cat loft. Also, custom ramps are available to provide alternate routes to the cat loft and other upper living areas for cats with limited mobility who are not able to comfortably use the existing routes.<!-- === Cat Solariums ===		Decorative carpet panels that have been framed to look like artwork are available to give highly mobile and active cats and alternate path from the windowsill near the closet to the cat loft. Also, custom ramps are available to provide alternate routes to the cat loft and other upper living areas for cats with limited mobility who are not able to comfortably use the existing routes.

			===[[Lunar Beacons]]===
			In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment gets three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to get them used to the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the larger Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.

			For more, see [[Lunar Beacon]].<!-- === Cat Solariums ===

	=== Cat Trees ===		=== Cat Trees ===
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Chris: /* Lunar Beacons */

2025-07-29T17:07:16Z

Lunar Beacons

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	For more, see [[Catwalk Lightrail]].		For more, see [[Catwalk Lightrail]].

	~~===[[Lunar Beacons]]===~~
	[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Photo: Catwalk Lightrail]]In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment gets three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to get them used to the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the larger Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.

	~~For more, see [[Lunar Beacon]].~~

	===Cat Tunnels with Brushes===		===Cat Tunnels with Brushes===

Chris: /* Built-In Cat Features */

2025-07-29T17:05:58Z

Built-In Cat Features

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	Each apartment is full of features that build the living needs of cats into the home. Please see the [[Animal-Supportive Architecture]] section for more details, but here is an overview:		Each apartment is full of features that build the living needs of cats into the home. Please see the [[Animal-Supportive Architecture]] section for more details, but here is an overview:

	~~{{Cat Feature -~~ Litter ~~Closets}}~~		===[[Litter Closet]]===
			[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Video: Litter Closet]]It’s hard to imagine having even just one cat in a small home without feeling like you’re living in a litter box, but it’s possible with a [[Litter Closet\|litter closet]].

	~~All homes at Lion Canyon include litter closets~~. [~~[Highgate]] has three, [[The Quarters]]~~ has ~~two, and each apartment at [[Cloud Nine Studios~~]~~] has one~~.		These tiny bathrooms for cats can be constantly ventilated to create negative air pressure, which means no air or odor escapes. This is accomplished using a hyper-efficient fan that costs less than a penny a day to operate in California. (A penny-and-a-half in [https://www.cbs8.com/article/money/amped/san-diego-has-the-highest-electricity-rates-in-the-country/509-b33c2aa1-5414-431d-a060-273059f1e0da San Diego].)

	~~{{Cat Feature - Bowl Basins}}~~		With a litter closet, the only time you will ever smell or even see your litter box is when you clean it. With an automated litter box (which we can provide), a single litter closet can usually be used by multiple cats—even ones that haven’t liked to share before.

	~~{{Cat Feature - Cat Lofts}}~~		For more, see [[Litter Closet]] to learn more about how they work to eliminate litter box odor in your home.

	[[~~The Quarters~~]] ~~has two cat lofts and each apartment at~~ [[~~Cloud Nine Studios~~]] ~~has one~~.		===[[Bowl Basin]]===
			[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Video: Bowl Basin]]These small alcoves keeps your water bowl out of the way and always full, thanks to a water supply line with an automatic shut-off valve. (Should this valve fail, there are other safeguards built in to prevent flooding.)

	~~{{Cat Feature - Scratch Stations}}~~		These [[Bowl Basin\|bowl basins]] work with a cat fountain we will provide for your use, but if you want to use your own instead, most bowls with a reservoir can be adapted to work with it (which we will happily do for you).

	~~All homes at Lion Canyon include a scratch station inside each litter closet~~.		These basins also have an ideal size and location, which is more important to cats than many people realize.

	~~{{Cat Feature - Cat Tunnels with Brushes}}~~		For more, see [[Bowl Basin]] to find out how one can significantly improve the health and happiness of your cat.

	~~All homes at Lion Canyon include cat tunnels with brushes~~ that ~~lead to each litter closet~~.		===[[Cat Loft]]===
			[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Video: Cat Loft]][[Cat Loft\|Cat lofts]] are finished alcoves over closets that provide extra storage and are also the perfect height and location for a quiet living space for cats. Your cats can access these lofts via strategically placed shelves and platforms, which provide a path that integrates naturally into your home.

	{{Cat ~~Feature -~~ Cat-~~Friendly Policies}}~~		Cats have an instinctual drive to seek out high perches from which they can observe their surroundings. Also, to feel safe, cats need a secure, reliable place to which they can retreat when they feel threatened. Cats experience anxiety when they lack either of these basic needs, which are especially difficult to provide in a small home, but a cat loft satisfies both. Interestingly enough, research suggests that the overall size of an indoor living space does not matter much to cats, but having access to higher elevations within that space matters deeply. In short, cats experience significantly less anxiety in tiny rooms with accessible high platforms than in large rooms where they are stuck on the floor.

			By providing a secure retreat for your cat with a cat loft, you will enjoy the benefits of living with a cat with less anxiety. If you want to spoil your cats rotten, you could turn the entire loft into a luxury feline apartment, which you can decorate and fill with toys and cat-sized furniture. However, you don’t need to use the entire space for cats: You can provide a generous living area for multiple cats and still have plenty of room left over for storage.

			For more, see [[Cat Loft]].

			===[[Scratch Station]]===
			[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Video: Scratch Station]]Cats also have an instinctual need to scratch—it is necessary to maintain the health of their claws, plus scratching relieves anxiety and boredom.

			[[Scratch Station\|Scratch stations]] provide a consistent, safe place your cats can rely on to take care of this need whenever the urge arises. Each station has a universal scratch pad holder that works with any size of cardboard pad and holds them at the ideal position for most cats to get the most out of scratching.

			The scratch station is located inside the litter closet, which lets cats clean their claws immediately after using the litter box rather than track dirty paws around the house. This location also keeps ugly scratch pads out of sight, plus it will keep shredded cardboard and catnip flakes contained to further help keep your home tidy.

			For more, see [[Scratch Station]].

			===[[Catwalk Lightrail]]===
			[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Photo: Catwalk Lightrail]]This is a pair of two long, narrow, decorative panels of solid hardwood that are mounted high on two of the walls of each apartment. The tops of the panels have angled channels that allow LED light strips to be installed to turn them into giant, customizable light fixtures. The panels can also display small décor items like art objects or collectibles, with the light providing ideal illumination. However, those with cats will want to keep them clear, as they provide pathways to access and travel between the cat loft and the other elevated feline living spaces.

			For more, see [[Catwalk Lightrail]].

			===[[Lunar Beacons]]===
			[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Photo: Catwalk Lightrail]]In addition to the the huge [[Lunar Beacon]] on the side of the building, we also made 27 tiny versions of it. Rather than 12 feet, these are only 6 inches in diameter, and each apartment gets three: One in the litter closet, one in the bowl basin, and one in the cat loft. These are designed to be viewed by the cats, not the residents, to serve as behavioral training aids. Combined with the blue vinyl in each of those areas, they help cats to understand which areas are intended for their use. However, the larger purpose is to get them used to the appearance of the Lunar Beacon and associate it with home so that if they are ever accidentally let outside and they see the larger Beacon, it can help guide them home. To that end, wearable Lunar Beacons, in forms such as shirts and jewelry are also available.

			For more, see [[Lunar Beacon]].

			===Cat Tunnels with Brushes===
			[[File:Gray.png\|thumb\|right\|Photo: Cat Tunnels with Brushes]]Each litter closet is accessed via a decoratively-trimmed archway tunnel that is lined with a rubber brush, so your cats automatically groom themselves every time they go in and out.

			You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much this brush reduces the amount of loose cat hair in the home. With multiple cats in the household, you’ll see a big difference immediately.

Chris at 15:44, 29 July 2025

2025-07-29T15:44:18Z

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			== Built-In Cat Features ==
			Each apartment is full of features that build the living needs of cats into the home. Please see the [[Animal-Supportive Architecture]] section for more details, but here is an overview:

			{{Cat Feature - Litter Closets}}

			All homes at Lion Canyon include litter closets. [[Highgate]] has three, [[The Quarters]] has two, and each apartment at [[Cloud Nine Studios]] has one.

			{{Cat Feature - Bowl Basins}}

			{{Cat Feature - Cat Lofts}}

			[[The Quarters]] has two cat lofts and each apartment at [[Cloud Nine Studios]] has one.

			{{Cat Feature - Scratch Stations}}

			All homes at Lion Canyon include a scratch station inside each litter closet.

			{{Cat Feature - Cat Tunnels with Brushes}}

			All homes at Lion Canyon include cat tunnels with brushes that lead to each litter closet.

			{{Cat Feature - Cat-Friendly Policies}}