The simple yet effective method involves a wooden spoon, a common household item.
In a video posted online, Marilyn demonstrates how placing a wooden spoon through Zamna's collar prevents the kitten from slipping through the gaps in the balcony's metal bars.
Genius idea!
This makeshift barrier ensures the adventurous cat stays safely on the balcony and doesn't wander off.
The video has attracted a lot of attention, with over 860,000 viewers praising Marilyn's quick thinking.
While this solution is effective in the short term, Marilyn suggests that long-term balcony safety might require more permanent measures, like installing a cat net.
Clever fix for balcony cats
As more people discover this trick, it could become a popular choice for pet owners seeking an immediate fix for keeping their cats secure on balconies.
What do you think? Have you tried something like this for your cat?