It's part of Gunnedah Shire Council's upgrade of the local pound, which councillors voted for in July.

The cat enclosures are expected to be delivered in December or January, subject to the manufacturer's delivery schedule.

A council spokesperson said the enclosures would "improve the welfare of impounded cats", as it provided them with "housing that decreases any stresses of being in an impound facility".

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Gunnedah RSPCA branch president Linda Taylor said the upgrade of the pound was something all RSPCA volunteers were "looking forward to".

"It needs to be done," she said.

"Dogs and cats need good facilities while they're looked after in the pound, because a lot from the pound then come into RSPCA care."

The design of the new pound has also been approved and funded, the council spokesperson said.

"It is anticipated requests for quotations for the design of the facility will be called for in the 3rd quarter of this financial year," they said.

"When the final design is agreed upon funding will be sought from council. Any new facility that is constructed will meet NSW Department of Primary Industries animal welfare standards for animals in boarding facilities.

"It is anticipated that a new facility will provide for current and future rates of impounding, particularly with dogs, as well as providing a modern working space for staff."

The new pound is set to include exercise runs; a medical procedure room; an open secure yard; more dog enclosures; isolation pens for dogs that need veterinary care; and a laundry store.

The existing facility is about 20 years old and can house 10 dogs and four cats. The new facility will incorporate the existing building.