Automatic & Self-Cleaning Litter Trays
At Pet Circle we stock a wide range of automatic and self cleaning litter boxes from top brands like ScoopFree, Catlink and Petkit. These automic litter trays come equipped with features like sensors triggered by the cat's weight, carbon filters for odour control, and even apps to track kitty habits. These high-tech litter trays automatically clean without the need to use a cat litter scoop. They are surprisingly quiet and some can even be controlled remotely.
Benefits Of Automatic Litter Boxes
Automatic cat litter boxes offer numerous advantages, including enhanced convenience for pet parents by eliminating daily scooping and ensuring a consistently clean environment for your cat. They efficiently reduce unpleasant odours through features like carbon filters, use litter more economically, and can even assist in health monitoring by tracking waste habits.
Additionally, their design often minimizes dust and can be more appealing to cats, discouraging them from seeking alternative spots in the home for relief.
When buying a self-cleaning litter box, it's crucial to factor in the size of both the box and your cat to ensure a comfortable fit as well as check the type of litter the tray requires, as not all products work with every kind of litter. While these boxes offer convenience, cats might need some time to adjust. Therefore, it's recommended to closely follow the provided instructions to facilitate a seamless transition for your pet.
What Litter Is Best To Use With A Self-Cleaning Litter Tray?
Each self-cleaning litter tray will have it's own specific litter type that it is recommended based on its design. For example, many are designed to be used with clay litter, while the Petkit Pura X Automated Self Clean Litter Box is compatible with a wider range of litter types.
Top Rated Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes
Catlink Scooper Self-Clean Luxury Pro Litter Box - This automatic litter box is app compatible and has multi-cat recognition, so you receive notifications and real-time 24/7 monitoring of your individual cat's litter volumes and frequencies.
Petkit Pura X Automated Self Clean Cat Litter Box - This self-cleaning litter box automatically removes wastes and releases a fresh fragrance once your cat has left the box. It also has a flat upper cover to allow your cat to nap on top if they wish.
Petsafe Scoopfree Self-Cleaning Litter Box - This open-style automatic litter box uses sensors to automatically rake wastes away into a covered trap to help lock away smells.
What Are The Cons Of Self-Cleaning Litter Boxes?
Automatic kitty litter box do come at a much higher price than regular litter boxes, and they aren't ideal for all cats. Larger cats may not comfortably fit in them, and they are not recommended for kittens under 6 months of age.
They are also not be suitable for older, arthritic cats who experience difficulties getting in and out of trays. Some cats may never adapt to a self-cleaning litter box as they may not like the appearance or noise of the machinery.
Even when using a self-cleaning litter tray, to help decrease stress and prevent urinary issues, the general rule is provide the same number of litter trays as you have cats, plus one extra (eg if you have 2 cats, then you should provide 3 litter trays) - they can either be additional self-cleaning litter boxes or regular litter trays.
Author info: Dr. Gillian Hill, BVSc (Hons) - Pet Circle In-House Veterinarian
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