Enclosed litter boxes for cats. Advantages, disadvantages, selection rules

When choosing a toilet for their pet, owners are often faced with the fact that they do not know which tray is best. A few years ago, this problem did not exist, since there were several models on the market that were very similar to each other. Today the choice is huge. You can choose a tray not only according to the breed of the animal and its size, but also according to individual preferences. Let's discuss the closed model, talk about the advantages and disadvantages, as well as how to make the right choice.

The closed toilet-box resembles a house; a door leads into the house, which is easy to open with your head in both directions. There is a place for filler on the bottom of the tray; the top cover can be easily removed for washing.

Rating of the best indoor toilets for cats

Nomination	place	Name of product	price
The Best Inexpensive Indoor Litter Boxes for Cats	1	Moderna Trendy Cat Cats In Love	1 859 ₽
2	MPS Netta 54x39x40 cm	1 240 ₽
3	HOMECAT 53x39x42cm	1 446 ₽
4	SAVIC Duchesse 44.5x35.5x32 cm	734 ₽
The best indoor toilets in the mid-price segment	1	Curver PetLife 51*39*40cm	3 572 ₽
2	Ferplast Maxi Bella 50x47x65.5 cm	4 570 ₽
3	Toilet box N1 Mak 102	3 255 ₽
The best indoor toilets for cats in the premium segment	1	Cat Genie 120	34 900 ₽
2	PetSafe ScoopFree Ultra 70.2x40.6x48.6 cm	17 995 ₽
3	Pidan "IGLU"	7 900 ₽

Advantages of the model

Among the obvious advantages:

• can be installed in any room. If this is not possible in the bathroom, or if it is inconvenient for you to keep the door open all the time, this is an excellent option, while the contents of the tray will be hidden from prying eyes;
• Almost no filler spills out of the toilet. Why practically? Because the cat does not always agree to use the door, and it has to be removed, then it turns out that there remains a place through which the filler can still spill out. But there is definitely much less garbage compared to open models;
• the smell is retained inside the tray;
• it is possible to choose a tray of an original design that will look good in any room;
• The cat feels safe using this litter box.

The closed tray is also suitable for behavior correction. There are pets who know their place, but stubbornly walk past without getting into the filler. You can't make that mistake in a closed toilet. The model also significantly reduces the level of stress that an animal feels if its toilet is installed in a passageway or other place where someone periodically walks.

The best indoor toilets in the mid-price segment

Toilet house for cats Curver PetLife, 51*39*40cm

Rating: 4.9

First place is given to a durable and comfortable design, in which an animal of any age will feel comfortable, and the owner will appreciate the practicality and ease of care. For small breeds and kittens there is an additional step for entry. Environmentally friendly plastic used in production meets safety requirements. It will not affect the health of the animal and will not have a negative impact on the environment, since it does not contain toxic or harmful substances.

The toilet is easy to disassemble and assemble. After closing, the casing is attached to the tray using special clamps. The tray slides out easily. At the top of the body there is a storage compartment for the scoop, which is used for collecting solid waste. The model has a handle for transportation. The interesting design makes the house not only a practical item in the home, but also a unique interior decoration.

Curver PetLife has released a product with an expanded color line. It features anthracite, creamy brown, dark gray, brown and beige shades that will harmoniously fit into rooms with light and dark decor.

Advantages

• for all cat breeds;
• fabric odor filter;
• easy cleansing;
• convenient transportation.

Flaws

• not identified.

Recommendations for use

Your pet sees a closed cat litter box for the first time, and you are faced with the problem of training. There are several tips to simplify and speed up the process:

1. If you purchased a toilet with a lid or door, it is better to dismantle them at the initial stage. The feeling of free space will not cause fear and rejection. The cat will be interested in the new product and will study it.
2. Transfer the cat's scent to a new pot. It is possible to use a small amount of labeled litter from an old toilet. Or try covering the previous tray with the lid from the newly purchased one.
3. After about one to two weeks, you can mount the door back. Make sure your pet understands how to get in and out.
4. If you are away from home for a long time, leave the entrance to the toilet open. At first, you can open the lid at night.
5. Buy an attractive spray at the pet store - this will speed up the training process.
6. Do not suddenly change the location of the toilet in the house and the type of filler.
7. Change the carbon filter in the dry closet once every four months.
8. Place an anti-slip mat under the tray. It will fix the position and help keep the floor around the potty clean.

If your pet accepts the improved litter box favorably, consider yourself lucky. Now you will appreciate the ease of cleaning, the level of cleanliness in the apartment and create comfort for your beloved pet. Perhaps at first buying a closed litter box may seem like a waste of money, but in fact it is a great thing for any cat owner.

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Disadvantages of the model

In addition to advantages, every thing also has disadvantages. For a closed tray it is:

• it is not suitable for any room due to its large size, for this reason it is often necessary to place the toilet not according to the usual pattern in the bathroom, but in the corridor or other place;
• lack of odor is a plus for the owner and a minus for the cat. The owner may not understand when it is time to remove the litter box, but in the meantime, the concentrated aromas of feces can burn the animal's respiratory tract. If you clean daily, this problem will not arise;
• need to be disassembled when cleaning;
• not suitable if there are several cats. They may simply not fit there, which will lead to conflict between animals. If one of the cats is offended by the other, she will not go into the litter box a second time;
• refusal to use the door in some animals. It is better not to force the cat to do this, since if you persist, it may refuse to use the toilet altogether;
• It is best to use an absorbent filler, since in the case of using other compositions, cleaning will have to be done several times a day;
• Refusal to use is possible if the size of the toilet is incorrectly determined. This is a very important point. During a sacred moment, a cat should not touch the walls or ceiling of the toilet with any parts of its body, even the tips of its ears.

Toilet with filter and indicator

It is a type of bio toilet, equipped with an electric fan and an LED indicator of the level of filter contamination. When the fan operates, the foul-smelling air moves to the back of the toilet, where it passes through a carbon filter-based air purifier. An indicator light indicates the need to replace the filter.

Advantages:

• completely eliminates unpleasant odor;
• eliminates scattering of filler;
• works silently;
• You can use any filler.

Flaws:

• high price;
• expensive replacement filters;
• quite large dimensions;
• requires connection to the electrical network;
• the door can make it difficult for your pet to toilet train.

Price range: from 8,000 rubles.

Types of indoor cat potties

There are several types of closed trays for cats:

1. Simple plastic design with a high lid. Filler is poured into the tray. The pot can be either with or without a door. The package usually includes a grille. Models without a door do not retain odor well. There are modifications of the standard tray, made in the form of a snail. Thanks to this shape, odors are better retained inside. The pots are equipped with special ladders with a rough coating that cleans the cat's paws from small pieces of litter stuck on them. But snail trays are quite bulky, so they take up a lot of space.

Snail-shaped pots are equipped with special rough steps

Carbon filters absorb unpleasant odors

Cat potties can be installed in various pieces of furniture

Automatic cat litter boxes require a utility connection

Basic nuances of choosing a tray

To understand which cat toilet is more suitable, you should pay attention to the following nuances:

Material of manufacture - it is important to choose a durable product and quite weighty so that it does not spread to the cat. Shape and size – the toilet should have a shape and size that allows you to move freely in it

Depth - a cat litter box should have a depth that allows it to be filled with the required amount of litter, which at the same time will not be scattered when buried. Smoothness of the surface - the surface of the product must be free of defects in the form of sharp protruding elements that can cause injury to the pet.

How to wash, how to clean

Hygienic procedures are mandatory when using filler and without it. In the second case, you will have to clean the litter box after each time your pet goes to the toilet.

If the attribute is not taken care of, then one of the consequences is an unpleasant odor that will quickly spread throughout the entire apartment.

But the tailed pet will begin to regularly look for new places to relieve its natural needs, since the smell of excrement scares them away.

To clean your cat's litter box, you will need disinfectant (eco-friendly) detergents, a soft brush and paper towels.

Procedure. Everything will take no more than five minutes.

1. The used filler is sent in a plastic bag.
2. Having unfastened the removable mesh, the base is washed under warm water.
3. Apply or spray detergent onto the tray and leave for a few minutes. Then the base is cleaned with a brush.
4. The removable grate is cleaned in warm water.

Tray cleaner

Choosing a detergent

The most important criterion is the absence of strong odors. Be careful when using toilet bowl cleaners. Many of them have a pungent “aroma” that can scare away a cat.

As a result, the pet will have no choice but to go looking for a more comfortable place to go to the toilet.

Acid-containing products effectively fight urinary stones, which settle on the surface of the tray over time. An analogue of these is ordinary vinegar, but it only eliminates the smell and is not suitable for regular cleaning.

Eco-friendly disinfectants are the best option. They smell nothing and contain virtually no chemicals.

Step by step process

Before you start cleaning your cat's litter box, you need to put on a mask and gloves. Next, you should clean the toilet in any way and remove the old litter. To carry out this procedure, they usually take a garbage bag, place a tray in it, and turn it over. After this, the bag is immediately thrown away.

The next step involves washing thoroughly under hot running water. The tray must be completely cleaned of feces and remnants of old litter. To thoroughly clean the tray and eliminate the smell, you can add any plumbing cleaner to it and use a brush to actively wipe the toilet.

Sometimes urinary stone is deposited in a thick layer and is no longer so easy to wash off. Then the detergent must be applied over the entire surface (you can use stronger detergents, for example, Sanox), and leave for some time, for example, 40-60 minutes. This time will be enough for the plaque to move away from the tray. At the end you just need to rinse it with water.

Where to buy toilets for cats

buy a toilet for pets on the Internet, where the price will be significantly lower than the store price. Open or closed, they will fit perfectly into the interior of any apartment.

Photo source:

You can buy in Moscow and other cities here:

https://cat-box.ru/tualety-dlya-koshek/zakrytyj-domik

https://www.bethowen.ru/catalogue/cats/tualety/

https://www.petshop.ru/catalog/cats/tyalsov/

Manufacturers rating

Let's look at a small rating of the most popular and high-quality closed cat litter boxes from different manufacturers.

• Petmate Booda Cleanstep. This inexpensive model from the Petmate brand has large sizes, a spacious tray, an outlet ladder and a lid with a filter. In this model, it is necessary to change the filler and carbon filters on time. In great demand.

• Nyan-tomo Seiketsu Toilet. This model from a Japanese manufacturer has high sides, a deodorizing mat and pine filler with antibacterial properties. Does not emit unpleasant odors. It can even be placed in the living room.

• Litter Spinner. An interesting model with an original design from a well-known manufacturer. It features quick cleaning and a separate waste compartment. Made from environmentally friendly and safe materials.

• Oster. This model has the function of forced air filtration, as well as light indicators. The toilet dashboard is electronic and easy to operate. The fan does not consume much energy. You can add any filler.

• Cat Genie. Rounding out our ranking is the fully automatic toilet from the Cat Genie brand. It contains special washable granules - they do not need to be constantly changed. There is a cartridge with shampoo and economical consumption. This model is simple and straightforward to use.

Tray for dogs with grass

With the help of such a toilet, you will teach your puppy to go to one place, and after it the dog will be able to go for a walk on the street, because the grass is the same as on the street. This toilet will help you replace winter walks with decorative dogs. A mat with a herb simulator will give your pet special pleasure, after which the dog will relieve itself without fail.

This toilet's system will prevent odor from escaping for up to seven days. Covering the toilet will allow you to clean up your dog's feces without problems, and you will save money on previously offered diapers.

Currently, there are many modifications of dog trays on the market. However, it is quite possible to make such a device yourself.

What to look for when choosing a closed tray?

1. Pet's age. A closed litter box is not the most suitable accessory for a kitten under five months of age. Such a toilet will most likely be too large for him. For the first time, it is better to take an open tray designed specifically for babies. Their sides are smaller, making it easier for kittens to climb inside.
2. Cat size. The love of these pets even for the tightest and smallest boxes is known, perhaps, to every owner. But in the case of a toilet, this rule does not work. The tray should be of such a size that the pet can freely turn around inside it and stand up to its full height. Some manufacturers offer a whole range of sizes, with the largest tray intended for large cats, including the Maine Coon breed.

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3. Space for a tray. Covered trays take up more space than their lidless counterparts. This should be taken into account when choosing an accessory. If there is not enough space, take a closer look at the corner model. They are suitable for small spaces.
4. Ergonomics and ease of use. Before purchasing, be sure to check the chosen model: try removing and connecting the tray and lid several times, design the tray door and estimate how wide it is. If you are buying a toilet for a six-month-old kitten, keep in mind that he will still grow up. Pay attention to the materials from which the tray is made. The plastic must be safe and of high quality; there should be no traces of cat claws on it when buried.

How to care for your cat's litter box

If you have a tray with a low side, then after cleaning the waste into the toilet, you can simply wash it using a brush and detergent to disinfect it.

We have just such a tray at home and two active users. Therefore, every evening we simply flush the waste into the toilet and flush the toilet with hot water, thoroughly cleaning the mesh with a brush. After this, leave some water at the bottom and add Domestos, distribute the resulting mixture along the bottom in a circular motion and return the tray back to the toilet. Thanks to this method, the liquid contents of the cat's litter box do not begin to smell by the evening (we work and there is no way to rinse the litter box after each visit to the animals), and bacteria do not begin to multiply. My pets have been living with the family for more than 12 years, and no pathologies associated with chemicals in the tray have been noticed. However, this method cannot be used if a kitten lives at home, since the composition of the cleaning product can damage the delicate pads of the paws.

If you use filler, then general cleaning is done less frequently, but in a more complex way. Daily cleaning includes the destruction of solid waste, and for complete cleaning you will need to remove the used granules and rinse the tray:

1. For the first stage, it is convenient to use a bag with thick walls. Place it over one edge of the tray and pour the used granules into it.
2. Then, using a scoop, scoop the remaining stuck litter into the bag and tie it tightly.
3. Wash the tray using cleaning products.
4. Blot up any excess water with a paper or regular towel.
5. Add fresh filler.

Tray fillers

Fillers are used to improve hygiene. There are 4 types of substances. They are used depending on the type of tray and the age of the animal.

• Mineral – suitable for kittens. The composition does not stick to the paws. Absorbs the smell until the filler is completely saturated.
• Wood is a cheap filler. It is environmentally safe for the animal, but does not absorb odors well.
• Silica gel - absorbs liquid well, protecting the environment from unpleasant odors. Does not cause allergies in kittens.
• Clay ones have a long shelf life. Suitable for owners who rarely clean up after their cat.

Do-it-yourself “restroom” for cat coffee

If you don't want to purchase a cat litter box, you can make your own. To do this you will need a little patience and available materials. Stock up:

• boards or plywood sheets;
• jigsaw;
• screws (self-tapping screws);
• metal corners;
• thick film.

Instructions:

1. sketch a drawing of the future cat toilet ;
2. cut 3-4 sides for the pet's tray;
3. fasten them with self-tapping screws or self-tapping screws;
4. Next you need to cut out the bottom and attach it with corners to the frame;
5. the bottom part needs to be covered with film;
6. fill the bottom with cat litter.

The cat toilet is ready!

You can see another simple option for making a “bathroom” for a coffee pot in the video.

Types of automatic toilets

Gadgets differ in cleaning systems, fillers, materials of manufacture, electronic programming mechanisms, shape, color, price and manufacturer. The novelty of the devices is no longer so noticeable. Modern automated gadgets for cats are electric, flush, and aesthetically pleasing. The types of modern nanotechnological cat amenities are varied.

Catgenie-120

This device is convenient because there is no need to purchase filler.

The auto toilet has a 4-step cleaning cycle: sifts, rinses, disposes of waste and dries the pot. This is a cat litter with an automatic cleaning function and does not require the purchase of litter. The filler microgranules are washable, proprietary, and after use are dried with a hairdryer. If the granules are washed down the drain, they decompose there within a year. The timer starts flushing excrement. One automatic toilet Catgenie-120 is suitable for 3-4 cats.

Cat Litter

A modern self-cleaning nanotray removes waste using a rotating funnel. It is easy to set up, use and clean, washable and self-removing. Low power consumption. Ergonomic - the filler can be reused. The cat toilet needs to be cleaned every two weeks and is intended for one small indoor cat. Mostly made of plastic.

Kopfgescheit

A flush cat toilet requires minimal effort; everything that is contained is simply flushed with water, just like with humans. This is an electric cat litter box, connected to water supply, suitable for multiple animals. Ceramic, fakes are made of plastic. Electronic, equipped with an infrared sensor. An expensive model, an electronic miracle of technology that does not require practically any expenses from a person except money.

Simply Clean

For such a device you definitely need a filler.

Requires connection to electricity, but not to plumbing. Needs to buy filler. The Simply Clean cat litter box is a smart round scoop. Waste is collected in a special container along a conveyor. Urine flows into the pan. This auto-cleaning pot needs to be cleaned regularly.