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What Type of Litter Box Is Best for Your Cat
Ready, Set, Potty.
When it comes to doing their business, litter boxes are serious business for cats. For their sake, think within the box, i.e., make sure your cat’s litter box is big enough for them to walk in, turn around and squat without bumping into any side walls. Speaking of walls, pet parents often ask if cats like high-sided litter boxes or shallow ones. The answer is “it depends.”
Most cats are okay with a shallow litter box, i.e., one about 4 inches high. Shorter boxes are good for kittens, small cats and those with mobility issues. If your cat is a sprayer, litter kicker or has terrible aim, we recommend a box with a higher wall or something covered. These are just some of the things to consider when checking out litter boxes. Read on to learn more.
Not All Cat Litter Boxes Are Created Equal
You should have at least one litter box per cat. Felines are extremely hygienic creatures, so they do not want to share a bathroom. And keep their box clean (scoop out the cat litter out once or twice a day). To help you decide what’s right for your kitty, we broke down the differences between each place of business.
Litter Pans
• Price: $
• Ideal for kittens, small cats and cats with mobility issues.
• A smart, affordable option if you have multiple cats.
Covered Litter Boxes
• Price: $$
• Ideal for most adult cats.
• Built-in ventilation for better odor control.
• Confines dust and odor to the box.
• Keeps waste out of sight.
Automatic Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes
• Price: $$$
• Ideal for most adult cats, although your cat may have to get used to the noise of the box.
• Less work for cat parents.
• Sensors can tell when a cat is using the box, keeping your feline safe.
• The waste is raked is into a covered compartment a few minutes after the cat leaves the box.
• If the cat steps back into the box during self-cleaning, it will shut off.
Pick of the Cat Litter
You can’t have a litter box without cat litter. Well, you can, but things would get messy. Besides price, each kind of litter brings something different to the potty party.
Non-Clumping Cat Litter
• Price: $
• Your basic cat litter, making it a very economical choice.
• Should be replaced twice a week.
• Typically made of clay.
• Available scented and unscented.
Clumping Cat Litter
• Price: $$
• Instant clumping makes clean-up quick and easy.
• Seals and eliminates odors.
• Should be replaced about once a month (maybe sooner, depending on how noticeable the odor becomes).
• Very little dust so there’s very minimal tracking.
• Available scented and unscented.
Crystal Cat Litter
• Price: $$$
• Made of highly porous, solid granules from silica gel.
• Quickly absorbs urine and dehydrates solid waste.
• The fast absorbency rate maximizes odor control.
• Should be replaced every one or two months (it ultimately depends on how noticeable the odor becomes).
• Crystal litter is practically dust-free, so there’s almost no tracking.
• Available scented and unscented.
Put some careful thought (and kitty litter) in your cat litter box decision. Make sure the box is the right size and height for your cat. Plus, choose what’s important to you in terms of price, convenience and your odor tolerance. When it’s time to get down to business, Pet Supplies Plus has a wide range of products for all your cat litter needs.
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