Litter Box FAQ
How often should we change litter boxes?
Litter boxes should be replaced about every two years or more frequently when needed.
Is the LitterMaid Litter Box maintenance-free?
No, unfortunately there still isn’t any litter box developed that doesn’t require any form of handling. However, the LitterMaid Litter Box offers the greatest possible conveniences in litter box handling.
Any suggestions in using the LitterMaid Litter Box?
Use only high quality clumping litter, but do not overfill to avoid insufficient clumping and prevent continuous cleaning cycles respectively.
How are cats litter-trained?
Cats are not litter-trained. They learn to use a litter box by instinct.
How do I introduce a new cat to other cats in the house?
It is best to first keep the new cat in a quiet, separate room. After a few days, let it explore the rest of the house while keeping the other cats in the room. The next step is to let the cats see each other but still separated until they seem comfortable with each other. Do not leave them unless you are sure that they are getting along well. However, you must provide at least one litter box per cat to prevent a more dominant cat from stalking the other and keeping him from using the litter box.
Why should litter boxes be placed in a permanent place?
Changes of any kind can create anxiety in your pet cat. Cats appreciate routine and this includes having its litter box in its usual place. Doing so greatly reduces unnecessary stress to your pet.
How do I know if my cat will choose the litter box I’ve chosen?
You can try doing a comparison test by putting two different boxes side by side using the same type of cat litter brand. The indication of your cat’s preference is the amount of deposits left in the cat litter.
Why do we have to bother about the kind of litter box to use?
Using the right litter box will develop and keep good cat litter box habits. Cats will challenge a wrong choice made by its owner through inappropriate elimination which clearly poses a problem.
Isn’t it a lot easier to have the cat eliminate outdoors?
Some cat owners who do not want to deal with the hassles of litter boxes choose to let their cats go outside. However, studies would show that cats who were allowed to go outside has an average life expectancy of less than 3 years only compared to a cat that stays strictly indoors who expects to live to the ripe old age of 15-18 years. This is due to accidents, attacks from other animals or being taken.
What is the best advantage of owning a LitterMaid Litter Box?
Aside from minimizing handling because of the automatic scooping after every use resulting to a box that stays clean and fresh, it is made by a company that is committed to serving the best interest of pets and their owners. The product is continuously being improved in the hope that the perfect litter box will finally be possible.