Automatic litter boxes for cats: features, selection and rating of models

Automatic litter boxes for cats were recently invented and are a new device that makes life much easier for pet owners. First of all, these trays were designed for use in animal nurseries. But such a device has gained popularity in domestic use as well. An automatic toilet will be especially relevant for owners of several pets at once.

The cat's dry closet resembles a human one by its appearance, and it differs only in its dimensions. The main function for which these devices were designed is the ability to clean the toilet without human effort. However, these automatic devices will depend on electrical and plumbing connections. Today there are various models of automatic cat litter boxes. In some of them, a person must flush themselves by pressing a button or pedal.

More advanced models are equipped with motion sensors and automatic triggering. Such sensors detect when the cat is in the litter box, and start to work after a while when she leaves it. This is done so that the cat can leave and not be frightened by the device. Typically, this time period is up to 30 seconds. That is, an automatic litter box is a simple robot that takes on the responsibility of cleaning a pet's litter box.

Unfortunately, automatic trays are not so in demand in Russia and the CIS countries. On the Internet, you can find many reviews that relate not to the functioning of the device, but to its very purpose. Many pet owners find it easy and time-consuming to clean up a regular litter box behind their pet. But this device will be very useful for those who have several animals at once, for example, are engaged in breeding them. Cleaning the toilet for a couple of pets already causes some difficulties and takes time.

It should be noted that we live in the age of innovative technologies development. Technological progress affects all spheres of human life, and it is aimed at making our life easier and saving time. Perhaps, in the near future, people will use exclusively automatic self-cleaning trays for their pets, forgetting about the standard ones.

Based on the description and purpose of the automated cat litter box, a number of positive and negative aspects of this technique can be noted. The obvious advantages of this know-how include the following points.

• Of course, the main positive factor of such a device is cleanliness. The automatic litter box cleans the animal itself, maintaining hygiene and eliminating unpleasant odors. Bad smell is a common problem that worries pet owners. In addition, it is extremely unpleasant for a pet to visit an uncleaned toilet. With the use of such a tray, these problems are solved almost instantly. An unpleasant smell simply does not have time to spread throughout the room, because the system will automatically remove its source.
• From the first plus follows the next - saving time. Cleaning several pets at once can be time-consuming. Some owners simply cannot find enough time to maintain the hygiene of the toilet. An automated system completely eliminates this problem. The tray is emptied immediately after being visited by the animal. Such a decision may be especially relevant for pet owners who need to be absent for several days, but there is no way to take a pet with them.
• Also, this tray is intended for use by several animals at once. Such devices are often used in large nurseries. But if there are several pets in the house, then the tray is perfect for domestic use as well.

And now it is worth noting some negative aspects when using this device.

• The main disadvantage, of course, is the price. An automated cat litter box is still quite an expensive fixture.
• The next disadvantage is inaccessibility. Since automatic trays are not in great demand, it is quite difficult to find them even in large pet stores. However, this device can be easily ordered online.
• Also, these systems require their own maintenance, and it is impossible to completely eliminate the human factor in their work. Many of the automated trays need to be connected to electricity and plumbing. They won't work without them. That is, if the water is turned off or there is a power outage, this toilet may malfunction. Some models also require replacement of filler or detergent.
• Your pet may need to be toilet trained. This is also one of the negative aspects, especially if the animal is already accustomed to walking into a regular litter box. A new device that makes strange sounds can just scare your pet away. But manufacturers specifically for such purposes have come up with sensors that are triggered after a certain time. Theoretically, the animal should do its business in the tray and have time to move away from it, thus it will not be frightened by the sounds of flushing.

Analyzing the positive and negative factors, it is worth concluding that the advantages of this system are much more significant than its disadvantages. Some of the negative factors can only happen in theory (blackouts, water shutdowns, or fear of an animal).

So, if the pet owner decided to purchase this automated tray, then he needs to familiarize himself with the assortment of goods. The best models of automatic trays to date will be presented below.

To begin with, it is worth noting a system called PetSafe ScoopFree Original Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Box... The work of this tray is to use garbage bags that are built into the device.

The principle of operation of the device is quite simple, but it helps to maintain good hygiene of the litter box. Also, the system blocks odors with high quality, which is an indisputable advantage.

The next model is called CatGenie Self-Flushing Cat Box... This is already a more complex device, which is electrical and also connected to the water supply. Quite an interesting instance, since almost all processes in it are automated. This tray has special plastic granules that replace the usual cat litter. The system uses water mixed with disinfectant to clean the toilet. Contaminated granules in this tray are automatically removed. Among other things, this manufacturer's tray uses a surface drying system. This allows the litter box to be constantly dry to keep the pet comfortable.

It is also worth noting an automatic cat litter box called Omega Paw Roll`n Clean... Quite a good device that uses the principle of waste splitting in cleaning. Those, in turn, are automatically placed in a special compartment, which, if necessary, should be cleaned. The system itself gives a signal that the compartment needs to be cleaned.

System PetSafe Simply Clean is quite expensive, however, one of the best. The system does an excellent job of splitting waste by placing it in a separate compartment. A feature of this device is the low noise level that occurs during cleaning. In general, the entire system is designed not to scare away the animal. The engine itself rotates slowly and smoothly, and the noise during operation is almost imperceptible, which does not frighten the pet.

Manufacturer Kopfgescheit is engaged in the manufacture of special litter boxes for cats. This system has appeared quite recently, and outwardly is similar to an ordinary human toilet, but only on a smaller scale.

The main thing for him is access to water. All cleaning works exclusively on water. The system has very sensitive sensors that determine when the animal is in the area of ​​the tray, and when it leaves it. Accordingly, this system requires a permanent connection to water and electricity. Also, the water consumption in this tray is greater than that of others. Nevertheless, the cat litter of this brand is one of the best automated litter boxes today.

Japanese manufacturers have achieved great results in improving conventional cat litter boxes. There is a wide selection of Japanese composting toilets for pets on the Internet. These are not fully automatic models, that is, they will have to be removed. However, they are very hygienic, block most unpleasant odors and are very comfortable to use.

There are several factors to consider when choosing the right toilet for your pet.

• Brand. The main manufacturers of automatic toilets have been listed above.They are constantly working to improve their systems by bringing new models to the market. A good brand is the key to quality. Do not trust unknown manufacturers who have not yet had time to prove themselves.
• Cat habits. It is necessary to select a tray that is as similar as possible to the one that the pet is used to using. This will save a lot of time training him to a new toilet. It is recommended to put the new device in the same place where the old one was. The animal will walk to the same place out of habit. It is also necessary to consider how the cat treats extraneous sounds. A system with a high level of noise can simply scare a pet away, and he will no longer go to such a toilet.
• Number of pets. If there is no more than one cat in the house, then it will most likely be inappropriate to purchase a separate toilet for her. In this case, you can purchase a regular dry closet, which blocks odors, is easy to clean, but has a lower price, in contrast to automated systems. More advanced models will be relevant either for very busy owners or for those who have two or more cats in their home.

When using this automatic cat litter box, the owner needs to periodically pay attention to its operation. Many of the models still do not do without human intervention. They need to be configured properly.

Check water and power connections. Sometimes owners may simply forget to connect an automatic tray. Without access to water and electricity, the system simply won't work. It is also necessary to control the reliability of the pipe fasteners when connected to the water supply. All connections must be reliable and correct in size, otherwise it may cause leakage or damage to the device.

It should be noted that many owners of automatic cat litter boxes were pleasantly surprised by their effectiveness. Most systems work without interruption, saving owners a lot of time and effort. There are also negative reviews.

Automated cat litter boxes are fairly new. Manufacturers may not yet take into account some of the subtleties and peculiarities. However, they are constantly working on fixing bugs. We can safely say that automatic toilets for cats are getting better and more popular every day.

How the CatGenie 120 Automatic Cat Litter works, see below.