Automatic Litter Reviews

 

Almost all automatic litter boxes for cat scoop the cat waste from the litter box and take the waste to disposable tray, which is beneath the tray. But all litter boxes have issues which are related to the general behavior of a cat, and are not particularly linked with any litter box. Every liter box has a disposable bag that needs to be out from the litter box. Even in case of cat genie self washing and self flushing litter box, manual effort is required. The sewer pipe of this litter box drains in bathroom but from bathroom, manual effort is required to flush out the waste. So this fact needs to be taken into consideration at the time of buying any litter box.

Issue related to the litter boxes.

1. Before listing the positives of automatic litter boxes, we need to understand that the litter boxes, without exception work properly, only when a cat has used it in a proper manner. If a cat is not able to use any litter box in the way , in which litter box should be used , then scooping and thus cleaning of waste won’ t be effective . For example, the rake may not scoop the waste which is stick on walls of the litter box. That obviously, will require manual cleaning.

2. Another problem with litter boxes arises from the cats who need little deeper place to relieve themselves. The swallow litter boxes are not suitable for them.

3. Some cats intend to use only a particular part of the litter box. This creates problem for the litter box to scoop the waste effectively.
4. Age, health and eating habits of a cat also affect the performance of a litter box.

5. The choice of litter box must also depend on the number of cats a particular owner has. Because some litter boxes do not have bigger disposable bags. These issues may come up with any kind of litter box.

6. Little robot II has sensors which detect the coming and going out of a cat from the box, it is only then that it starts the cleaning process. But if, the weight of a cat is less than 5 pounds then the sensors won’t. So even with sensors, you have to manually operate the system to clean when a cat has come out.

7. Again little robot II may have some issues with the large cat more than 15lbs.

8. Again the little robot II works best only when a premium clumping cat litter is used. Otherwise its globe which rotates to start the cleaning process can get stuck, and it may give odor or dust when rotating.

9. The scoop free ultra automatic litter box has a cardboard waste tray, which might get damaged if cat scratches vigorously. Buying the cartridges may make scoop free litter automatic litter box expensive in long run.

10. The cat genie self washing and self flushing litter box may not work properly with a soft waste of a cat. Instead of cleaning the waste, the cleaning system crashes the waste giving horrible odor. It is also bit louder, which creates problems for cats, who do not want to use noise system.
11. little maid automatic litter box again has same issue which is with all the litter boxes, it does work effectively in case of soft waste of a cat. Putting more litter than required by the litter box will damage the motor. When cleaning starts the litter will spread.

12. In case of pet zone smart cleaning automatic litter box clumps comes onto floor when cleaning process starts.

Positives issues.
1. Pet zone smart cleaning automatic litter box is considered best for big cats because of its bigger waste compartment and higher side walls.

2. Like other litter boxes pet zone smart cleaning automatic litter box works best with firm stools. The plastic disposable bags are less expensive.

3. It is best for owners with more than one cat. And can handle small to mid to bigger side cats.

4.  Little robot II automatic litter box is the best in the category. It prevents you from touching the waste of a cat. It can work with any plastic trash bag. The waste is cleaned immediately which prevents the litter to spread the waste.

5.  Because it cleans the waste immediately, little   robot II gives good odor control.

6. Little robot II is good for more than one cat and is expensive in longer run because it can be used with plastic trash bags.

7. Little robot II litter box is also good for those who do not have time to maintain the litter box on regular bases. 

8. Scoop –free ultra automatic litter box works without jamming the system unlike other rake automatic litter boxes. And it requires much less effort in maintenance. If this system is for one cat only then it can work for weeks. Its cleaning cycle of one minute is very short.

9. For people who have issues when a cat scratches their litter box , they can either trim the claws of the cat , to make the trash tray last longer.

The world of domestic animals is always attention-grabbing for human being. Millions of people around the world are found of cats. Cats are great pets as they don’t need constant attention and they snuggle in your lap when you desperately need someone to accompany you.  They are cuddly, faithful and furry.  Many cat owners are faced with the cleaning problem of cat’s poop and they hesitate not to have direct contact with it. They look for an easily attainable and affordable apparatus that can do away with the nasty goings-on of cat ownership.

With the development of science and technology, several Self Cleaning automatic litter boxes for Multiple Cats are available in the market that makes it easier for cat lovers to maintain their cats easily and do a better job of restricting smell than manual scooping.  Self Cleaning Litter Boxes for Multiple Cats are ideal for all those cat lovers who don’t have a lawn where they can discharge their poop.

Automatic Litter Box: Have a look over it:
Automatic Litter Box is usually made of very well ground clay, sand and silica and is very useful for all cat owners.  All components of the box have its own particular functions and uses, but, they jointly decrease and absorb smell perfectly. So, a cat can easily go to the toilet without causing any problem in locality. Cat lovers can get this product in the range of $10 for a 40-lb bag of the store brand to the more costly brands that cost $20 for a 15-lb bag and in many verities.

Different types of Types of Cat Litters:

Scented Cat Litter:
Many people select this procedure as it offers an extra fresh odor as compared with most litters available in the market.

Multiple Cat Litter:
In a house, where there are several cats, keeping odors under control becomes quite difficult with traditional litter. Therefore, a few leading brands like Tidy Cats have has specialized ingredients to offer slightly extra smell protection to cat lovers.

Clumping Cat Litter:
Clumping cat litter is made up of a ground up clay material (that contains other ingredients also) and allows user to clean and remove cat’s poop in an easy and simple way.  But, the disadvantage of this variety is that it can’t be flushed.

Non-Clumping Cat Litter:
Many individuals love to purchase Non-Clumping Cat Litter as facilitated with dumping and flushing features which allow users to avoid the horrible task of scooping out the box and flush the litter down the toilet. It is made up of basic clay mixture and is suitable for kitty’s paws.

How to make Use of a Cat Litter:
The process of using a Cat Litter might appear a bit frustrating as some cats easily go into the box and come out without any problem; others may be afraid of the notion and will avoid it fully.  For this issue, a litter attractant is the simplest solution.  There are many companies in the market that provide a product which spays on the litter and attract the cat to use the litter box instinctively.

There are many people who see their pet’s incapability to make use of the usual or automatic litter box. The smell that comes out from a Cat Litter can be devastating and extremely distasteful.  In such cases, users can make use of baking soda. They can drop a bit of baking soda down in the cat litter while filling and cleaning.  With the use of this product, the disgusting smell of litter box can easily be reduced without making any use of unsafe chemicals.

Advantages and disadvantages of Automatic Litter Boxes:
Advantages:

  • The box will always remain neat and clean
    The box will always remain neat and clean if you have a cat that declines to enter the box if it is fully clean or you are supposed to go somewhere for long hours.
  • Cleaning the box  becomes easier
    The units of a litter box is extremely easy to clean as one can extract the waste tray and dump it without any need to scoop the box.
  • A few models  have higher sides
    A few models available in market are covered or have higher sides, which is a plus point for you if you have "litter kicker”.  But, always be careful because some cats might find it difficult to make use of covered litter boxes.
  • Good control on offensive smell
    These boxes control unpleasant smell very well as the waste is gathered in a separate cabin.
    Disadvantages:
  • Automatic litter boxes makes lots of noise
    These litter boxes makes lots of unpleasant noise when they have cleaning routine.  It makes many cats fearful and they avoid using the box from next time.
  • Expensive
    The price of Automatic litter boxes is much higher than regular boxes.
  • Training your cat to use an automated litter box
    Cats are needed to be trained to use an automated litter box. Before that, most of the cats tend to avoid using an automated litter box.
  • Replacement and Repair
    Anything automatic has some malfunctions or faults and replacing these boxes are quite costly than replacing a regular litter box.
  • All litters don’t fit in automatic boxes
    You will be required to use clumping litter with these boxes as Non-clumping litter, apart from a few newer, non-clay type litters, will not fit in these boxes.
  • Health Risks
    Health risks becomes a matter of concern for both the owner and cats when there are more than one cat is in the house. Sanitation with smaller boxes turns out to be a challenging task for cat lovers if there is a buildup on the sides and their fur come in contact.  The owner might have to clean the entire area as well  after Cleaning a small litter box  that has been used for multiple times. Overflow and leakage can take place and the waste can go into cracks.

From where, you Can the Multiple Cat Litter Boxes easily and quickly?

It can be purchased easily from larger retail stores and from the online purchase stores also.  Prices and models might change depending upon the company.

Useful Tips before buying the model:

  • What are the reviews of other cat owners about the particular model?

According to me, it is the most important factor as there are a number of online websites that claim to the best in the market, but, in actuality, they are not. You can go through the user’s review about the specific model and can make up your mind to buy the best model available in the market.

  • Always keep the size of model in mind:

Generally, you will need a bigger box if you have a bigger cat. So, always bear this in mind and purchase a bigger box, so that your kitten can easily go into the box cabin.

  • Enough battery backup:

If you live in an area where power cuts are common, you definitely need an automatic cat litter box to have prolonged battery backup so that the box keep on working when the mains electricity is unavailable. 

  • Ongoing costs:

Have a look at the actual cost of the box, its replacement and maintenance changes and compare the prices of the product before burying it. It will help you to purchase a product at competitive price rate.