These are pictures of my recycled screen conservatory/ aviary / critter rehab. It is made of out old wooden windows and screens...you know the awesome METAL kind...wooHoo!!!.
Last night I found a wounded baby bunny by my garden gate. I didn't want to bring him indoors and have my dogs traumatize him more, so I used a metal colander and a planter to keep him safe until morning .
I figured out a safe structure for him after scrounging around the yard in my stash of windows, and came up with this....
Construction is simple by attaching 3 same size screens for the sides and attaching the same size as a door. The roof is 2 same size windows attached to the top and braces added for support.
I did have to visit the hardware store for hinges, braces and a lock. It can be dressed up any way you choose. I'm still working on my design at this point. I didn't want to paint anything until Mr.bunny can thrive on his own. I am sure he would not appreciate the fumes...
Last night I found a wounded baby bunny by my garden gate. I didn't want to bring him indoors and have my dogs traumatize him more, so I used a metal colander and a planter to keep him safe until morning .
I figured out a safe structure for him after scrounging around the yard in my stash of windows, and came up with this....
Construction is simple by attaching 3 same size screens for the sides and attaching the same size as a door. The roof is 2 same size windows attached to the top and braces added for support.
I did have to visit the hardware store for hinges, braces and a lock. It can be dressed up any way you choose. I'm still working on my design at this point. I didn't want to paint anything until Mr.bunny can thrive on his own. I am sure he would not appreciate the fumes...
braces screwed on all corners |
added braces for support |
Hinges on the front door screen |
It is coming together... |
A lock to keep critters safe |
A good washing with the hose... |
2 Windows for the roof with added hinges, as I want it to stay dry when it rains.. |
Last minute I found this....metal doo dad |
Scrap wood with pilot holes drilled for the braces |
Mr. Bunny in his make shift shelter to keep him safe until I finished his house...I will have to go thrifting for a new colander... |
Poor little guy....at least his legs were not broke, he should be good to go free in a week or so... |
Here he is in his new house...so stinkin' cute! Nope not giving him a name...I do not want to get attached...ha who am I kidding I know I am going to cry when I set him free.... |
I can keep an eye on him from my dining room and kitchen... |