Choices of cat litter boxes are numerous. Making a decision between them all is not easy to do. But, the primary consideration always has to be your individual pet.
If you are replacing an older litter box, it is probably best to choose a similar design. Cats generally do not like changes in their bathroom accommodations. But, if this is a new cat, you can try a different style. If your existing pet has not been using his litter box, you also may want to try something different. This behavior is sometimes a signal that he is not happy with your choice.
The main question you need to decide is hooded or unhooded. Many people prefer the hooded boxes. They hide the unsightly urine and feces and also end up with less litter outside the box. However, you need to take care that you are not using the hooded box to cut down on the smell. Litter boxes should be cleaned once or twice a day so there is no smell for either you or your pets.
There are cats that like hooded boxes better as they feel more secure and have more privacy. Other cats can feel too claustrophobic with the hooded boxes. As with all other considerations, it will depend on your cat.
Hooded litter boxes are coming in more and more new designs that are much more decorative than the first models. There are some that are covers that stand up around the box which is a simple pan style. These allow your cat much more room to do his business but still hide the results.
It is crucial, however, that whatever type of litter box you get that it is large enough for your cat to be comfortable stepping in, turning around and covering his business. They are very clean animals and are not happy if they have to step in their own urine or feces. It is also important to have box and litter deep enough so they can easily cover what they need to.
Another important consideration if you have multiple cats is to be sure you have enough boxes. Some cats prefer having their own, so you may need to accommodate that preference. It is infinitely preferable to give them the box or boxes they like than to have them going outside it.
If you take the time to consider both your and your cats preferences, everyone will end up happier. And there is such a variety of cat litter boxes to choose from, it should not be difficult to accommodate everyone concerned. - 29953
If you are replacing an older litter box, it is probably best to choose a similar design. Cats generally do not like changes in their bathroom accommodations. But, if this is a new cat, you can try a different style. If your existing pet has not been using his litter box, you also may want to try something different. This behavior is sometimes a signal that he is not happy with your choice.
The main question you need to decide is hooded or unhooded. Many people prefer the hooded boxes. They hide the unsightly urine and feces and also end up with less litter outside the box. However, you need to take care that you are not using the hooded box to cut down on the smell. Litter boxes should be cleaned once or twice a day so there is no smell for either you or your pets.
There are cats that like hooded boxes better as they feel more secure and have more privacy. Other cats can feel too claustrophobic with the hooded boxes. As with all other considerations, it will depend on your cat.
Hooded litter boxes are coming in more and more new designs that are much more decorative than the first models. There are some that are covers that stand up around the box which is a simple pan style. These allow your cat much more room to do his business but still hide the results.
It is crucial, however, that whatever type of litter box you get that it is large enough for your cat to be comfortable stepping in, turning around and covering his business. They are very clean animals and are not happy if they have to step in their own urine or feces. It is also important to have box and litter deep enough so they can easily cover what they need to.
Another important consideration if you have multiple cats is to be sure you have enough boxes. Some cats prefer having their own, so you may need to accommodate that preference. It is infinitely preferable to give them the box or boxes they like than to have them going outside it.
If you take the time to consider both your and your cats preferences, everyone will end up happier. And there is such a variety of cat litter boxes to choose from, it should not be difficult to accommodate everyone concerned. - 29953
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