Sunday, September 25, 2011

Things To Think About When Purchasing Cat Litter Boxes

By Simon Alves


Anyone who lives with cats has to consider what kind of cat litter boxes to get. There are many types to choose from, and you can get anything from an inexpensive litter pan to a state of the art self-cleaning unit that costs several hundred dollars. Be sure to consider the number of cats you own, your budget, and whether you want to pay for extra features like automatic cleaning. Let's take a look at the advantages of some different types of litter boxes.

While you may find some pretty nice litter boxes with fancy options you also have the option of a disposable box. This option is perfect for those who don't want to mess with cleaning out a litter box or paying for self cleaning units. Disposable boxes do have a disadvantage in that you have to keep buying more of them.

The Kitty's WonderBox disposable litter box is made from recycled paper to help minimize odors from cat litter. Disposable litter boxes are one option if you want to avoid having to clean your litter box. The Complete Scoop Free Automatic Litter Box is an efficient solution for anyone who wants a self-cleaning litter box that doesn't have to be changed for weeks. As soon as your cat leaves the box, the waste is raked into a covered area, while the litter cartridge absorbs odors and moisture, so the typical litter box odors are kept to a minimum. You can leave it untouched for up to 30 days without cleaning or refilling it. The kit costs about $130 and comes with two litter cartridges. This good self- cleaning litter box isn't as expensive as other models.

If you want to keep litter inside the box consider the Clevercat Top Entry Litterbox with its unique top entry design you'll have less litter leaving the box. Your cat will love the privacy of this award winning unit. If you've ever had a dog get into the cat box you know what the hassle can be, this box prevents dogs from entering the litter box anymore.

Unlike many other self-cleaning models, you don't have to worry about parts that might jam or clog, such as rakes, or chemical cartridges that have to be changed. If you try this system you'll be happy with it but be aware it isn't cheap with a cost around 300 bucks.

Many cat owners have two or more cats and wonder how many litter boxes they need. This will depend on several factors, such as how many cats you have, how well they get along and what they're used to. In general, it's best to have a separate litter box for each cat, but in some cases cats don't mind sharing a box. You may find that if you have more than one cat, a different type of box will work better for each one. One, for example, may prefer a covered box and the other an open one. Once you figure out what works best, stick with it because cats don't like frequent changes. As you can see there are a wide variety of choices available. You don't have to lose functionality to have a litter box that goes well with your homes decor. The more advanced units are automatic, if you're someone who really hates cleaning out litter boxes. Keep in mind that the more features you desire the higher price you will pay when deciding on a litter box that fits your budget and the needs of your cat.




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