2009-03-14T07:00:00.000-07:00

Litter Boxes Don't Have To Look Like This Any More!

Does this litterbox look like it is solving all the problems that cat owners endure? This is the tipical litterbox that 40 million homes in North America, have in it. Or something very similar. You are not alone. In 2007 consumers spent $40 billion on their pets. Forcasts for 2010 are expected to reach $50 billion in sales. It's hard to know what the best products are, for you and your pets. New products are being introducted to the market everyday, on top of the mounds of existing ones. It is important when choosing a litterbox, for your cat, to not only consider price, but also functionality. A litterbox should offer the customer solutions to the common problems a litterbox brings. Namely mess and odor. If your litter box can't provide you with solutions to those basic problems; then it is time the change litterboxes. As you will see sometimes the best products can be functional and affordable. This litterbox critique will provide consumers with information that will help them to make an informed decision about their next litterbox purchase.

The Basic Litter Pan For Pet Cats

Pros:

-The basic litter pan/tray can be found in stores for about $10-$20 depending on its size.

-Come in a range of sizes/colours.

-accomodates multiple cats.

Cons:

-The basic pan is wide open; no privacy for cat.

-Litter is easily spread throughout the litterbox area and your home.

-no odor control

-Other animals have access to pan.

-not an appealling look, embarrassing, you need to hide it.

Although the basic pan/tray is affordable it is not functional. Usually made of porus plastic that will trap and hold odor and moisture. Not a long lasting product. Liners are usually required. But the biggest concern with this type of litterbox is that there is not protection from spraying litter. Your cats natural instincts become your worst mess. Finally, most of the litter that ends up on the floor gets swept into the garbage, wasting unused litter.

Cat Furniture Litterbox
The Isle Bay

Pros:

-Affordable retailing at $57-$85.00

-Appearance allows you to put it anywhere in your home.

-Front door opening allows for easy access to litter pan.

-Fits into most decors.

-Large enough to accomodate more than 1 cat.

-Offers your cat a more private area.

Cons:

-Door enterance is a big whole right in the front.

-Requires you purchase a large litter tray to insert inside.

-No odor control-

-Litter spray is deposited directly onto your floor.

-Cat has to step up into the litterbox. Difficult for older cats.

-Not really very attractive

Is This The Litterbox That Will Solve Your Problem?

Pros:

-Never have to scoop again.

-charcoal filter to control odor

Cons:

-Retail starting at $99.00

-Litter is still required, problem of sprayed litter outside the littermaid still exists.

-What do you do if your Littermaid stops going, the cat won't.

-Replaceable parts required for operating.

-Other animals have complete access.

-Little to no privacy for your cat.

-Still not that great to look at.

The Litter Genie
What About This Monster

Pros:
-Never have to scoop litter again.
-Dome accessories available
-Multiple cat use

Cons:
-Retailing at $300.00
-Must be setup next to a water source.
-Cannot be put anywhere in your home
-Not recommended for cats under age 6 months
-Accessories and cartridges required (extra costs)
-Not very attractive
-Machanical parts that can wear over time
-Older cats may have difficultly stepping up into the litterbox

Overall an innovative product, but with the cost of water and hydro; as well as the cost of the unit, the Litter Genie is costly to own and operate.

The Litter Robot

Pros:
-Never have to scoop again!
-No more odor!
-No wasted clean litter.
-No cartridges required.

Cons:
-Retailing at $359.00
-Operates only with Hydro; more expense to operate.
-Not very attractive.
-Still should hide it away.
-Some training required to get cat to use the Litter Robot.

-You need a backup litterbox in case of breakdowns

The LitterHouse Litter Box
This New Litterbox Could Be The Answer!

Pros:

-Retailing at $99.99

-The LitterHouse is a quality engineered product for your cat.

-Item has 12 plastic pieces that simply snap together. Assembly instructions are provided.

-Your choice of window decals Modern, Hearts, and Fun. All three designs are included.

-The patented lip on the inside wall creates a smooth seal and keeps all the litter inside the house.

-The handles allow the house to be lifted from its base so that the pan can be easily scooped.

-The over all house size in inches is 25L x 17W x 25H. The generous door opening of 7.5 inches wide is guaranteed clearance for cats up to 22lbs.

-The LitterHouses revolutionary pan (16.5W x 17Lx 6H) is made from high density plastic polystyrene keeping odor from being absorbed into the pan.

-The walkway separates from the pan for easy clean up. Its 1/2 inch deep ribbed walkway collects litter from cats paws as they exit the litterpan.

Cons:

-Regular scooping required.

-12 pieces to assemble.

-Only available in blue, at this time.

-Only recommended for cats upto 22lbs.

Visit us at www.litterhouse.com and see why we think the LitterHouse is the best litterbox on the market today. Competitively priced and the LitterHouse is the most functional litterbox available.

Cat Litter Box Comparison