Modern automatic cat litter has solved many problems of animal lovers. If a four-legged friend lives in the house, you need to systematically care for him and especially carefully monitor the cleanliness of the apartment. In the old days, people had to empty the trays by hand. At the same time, it was necessary to spend significant sums on fillers and other detergents. And if there were two pets in the house, then the problems became even greater.
Modern automatic cat litter has solved many problems of animal lovers
What is a self-cleaning cat litter box?
An automatic cat litter box is definitely a contraption designed to help a person care for their pet. In size, variety and dimensions, such devices are not inferior to human sanitaryware.
Material and design
Plastic is often used to make such products, but there are models made from porcelain. The latter are very different in cost from plastic ones, but they also have a number of advantages, one of which is hygiene and excellent appearance.
Plastic miracle pots offer a more reasonable price. In the process of their manufacture, the same material is used as for dry toilets - extruded low-density polyethylene. This plastic holds odors well without absorbing them. It is also chemically resistant and fireproof.
Types of cat toilets
Models of automatic cat litter are presented in the following varieties:
- A system that involves connection to water supply, sewerage and electricity.
- A partially autonomous system, where waste is sent to a special tank that will eventually have to be removed by a person.
- A tray with or without filler can be combined with the previous two varieties.
These are the basic criteria you should consider when choosing an automatic cat litter box. The more actions a unit performs without human intervention, the more expensive it is.
Touch toilet Kopfgescheit
The principle of operation of the mechanism is the functioning of a special sensitive sensor. If the cat is in the container for up to 10 seconds, then after it leaves, the water will flush out the waste for 4 seconds. If the animal lingers in the toilet area for more than 10 seconds, the machine will increase flushing to 6 seconds. The cat litter box starts cleaning only 15 seconds after the pet leaves. In order for the toilet to function, it must be connected to the water supply, sewerage and power supply systems.
Undoubted advantages
Automatic trays are an excellent means of caring for a pet, especially when the owner is away from home for a long time - the miracle potty will clean up for him in a timely manner.
It also sounds very attractive that with some devices you can forever forget about the unpleasant smell, since the pots are directly connected to the sewer system and independently remove the furry waste. This is also suitable for squeamish people - but then it is necessary to choose exactly those models in which human participation is reduced to connecting the device to communications and plugging the plug into the socket.
Since everything is cleaned at once, several pets can use one device at once. After all, fluffies are often very picky about where they relieve themselves - with an automated potty, such problems will not arise.
Included with the miracle technology are specialized washable granules, which are enough for a long period of use. There are devices without them that work on the principle of human sanitaryware - that is, they wash away excrement.
So, the following advantages can be highlighted:
- there is no need to constantly buy filler - even if it is necessary, the granules are used sparingly;
- planned cleaning by the owner occurs much less frequently, with the exception of semi-autonomous devices;
- no unpleasant odor;
- Suitable for use by multiple cats.
The last point is especially important for owners of several pets, since caring for them often causes a lot of trouble.
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Are there any disadvantages?
Like any household appliance, an automatic cat litter box has a number of disadvantages. First of all, it is worth noting the high cost of such a unit. Prices (depending on the functions performed) vary from 10,000 to 40,000 rubles. In addition, not all devices provide protection against unpleasant odors.
And if the potty is not connected to communication means, then the user will not be able to avoid such an unpleasant procedure as cleaning the tray. The fact is that in such devices only the frequency of cleaning is reduced, but it is not assumed to be completely absent.
When the water or light is turned off, the miracle pot turns into a regular pot, which is not suitable for those who often experience interruptions in communication systems. No less important is that a cheap unit can make a lot of noise when cleaning after a cat, which will discourage the pet from using it.
There is also a problem that has more to do with the behavior of the tailed animals than with a defect in the device: not all units have a filler. Some devices are built on the principle of ordinary human toilets (even similar to them) and immediately flush away the cat’s waste. Not all pets are willing to tolerate the lack of granules that can be dug before performing their natural needs.
To summarize, the following disadvantages can be identified:
- high price;
- not every model has a sewer connection and eliminates unpleasant odors;
- if the water or light is turned off, self-cleaning will be impossible;
- the noise during operation of the device can frighten a pet, thereby discouraging it from an expensive innovation;
- most cats prefer to habitually bury feces, and varieties without filler will not suit them;
- Some models start cleaning only after pressing a special key.
Don’t forget that not all furry ones are ready to accept such an unusual device. In some cases, you will have to accustom the animal to such an innovation for quite a long time.
Dry toilets for cats photo, price and types of devices
What do their owners buy for their beloved pets? Cozy houses, funny toys, tasty treats and, of course, they need a litter tray. It is filled with a special filler that absorbs liquid and odors.
This was the case a couple of years ago, but technology is moving forward. There is no longer a need to change the litter and wash the tray every day, because a dry toilet for cats has been created and is now on sale.
This is still a relatively new offer on the domestic pet products market, but it has already gained popularity among pet owners.
Types of dry toilets for cats and principles of operation
A dry toilet for cats is not only about room hygiene, but also about a feeling of security during a piquant moment. But which miracle of technology should you choose from the proposed assortment?
- Simple dry closet with carbon filter
- Dry toilet for cats with replaceable cartridge
- Japanese three-level dry closet with replaceable filler
- Self-cleaning dry toilet for cats
Dry toilet for cats with carbon filter
Perhaps this is the most accessible and simple way to get rid of obsessive toilet odor. Carbon filters have long been successfully used in a variety of areas. Coal is an inexpensive material, such filters do not significantly increase the cost of a dry closet, are easy to replace, and work for a long time (one plate is enough for 4-7 months). The tray contains the usual filler, any kind.
The photo shows Ferplast dry closets, corner and rectangular. Tall trays, convenient fasteners, high-quality plastic, reliable filters:
The filter is hidden inside the roof of a closed tray. Warm air rises, passes through the filter and enters the room already purified, without an unpleasant odor or harmful suspension of organic particles. The top cover must fit exactly onto the tray, without gaps (otherwise air will leak out from the side). The hinged door must also fit without gaps.
Since this is a closed dry closet for cats who like to safely hide their “treasure”, another problem is solved - the filler granules will remain inside the tray, even if the pet digs with all four paws in all directions. In addition, the flooring and wallpaper on the walls are now safe (you can forget about torn corners and indelible urine stains).
Oster dry closet: removable front panel, filler cleanliness indicator, electronic fan and odor filter:
The disadvantage of a closed tray is that not every cat understands and accepts the new product. Therefore, at first it is better to put only the lower part, without the lid. After a week, return the roof to its place, and after another week, hang the door. Sometimes cats like the closed toilet so much that they play inside, sleep, or use the “house” as a den. The problem is solved this way: we buy a cozy house for the purr and put a favorite or a new interesting toy inside. Those. We offer an alternative, while at the same time ensuring that there is always some used litter left inside the toilet (identification mark).
In the photo there is a Curver Petlife dry toilet house with a beautiful design:
Toilet house for cats Curver (Poland). The Curver Petlife toilet-house with a rattan design will gracefully fit into the interior of your home. The pull-out tray is lightweight and easy to clean. Snaps on - easy to assemble. Equipped with a handle for easy transportation. Ideal for shy people. Anti-odor filters. Special compartment for a scoop (scoop included).
You can buy such a dry toilet from Curver PetLife in pet stores for about 4,500 rubles (beauty requires sacrifice).
Principle of operation and use
Before buying such a complex and expensive device, you need to understand the operating principles of an automatic cat litter box.
How does a cat go to the litter box?
At this stage, there are practically no special differences with a regular tray. The bowl is filled with special washable granules, which your pet will be able to dig into out of habit and with great pleasure. The exception is a toilet without filler - for example, with a diaper.
It is worth considering the age of the pet - if he is still a kitten, he will easily accept almost any offered tray. An adult pet can be picky.
Some models are equipped with motion sensors. As soon as the cat enters the room, the sensor is triggered and the tray stops all movement and noise. The cat did its business and left - the sensor gives a signal and the bowl begins to clean itself.
How does automatic cleaning work?
In models with a sewer connection and a special filler, the process looks like this: the cat’s liquid waste falls into a special tank and is washed away. Feces are collected with a special spatula and sent to a container, where they are soaked under the influence of a cleaning agent. Then they are specially crushed (to avoid clogging) and removed into the sewer pipe.
After this, water and cleaning agent are supplied to the upper compartment with the filler. It washes the granules and eliminates their unpleasant odor. At the same time, the sides of the bowl are cleaned. When the process is completed, the water is drained into the sewer, and the clean pot is dried with a stream of air.
If the miracle pot does not have a connection to the sewer, after washing the tray everything flows into the pan. It will need to be changed manually.
Does a person need to wash the cat miracle toilet?
Necessarily. Like any household appliance, especially such a delicate one, the device needs care and cleaning.
In models connected to the water supply system, cleaning can be done every five to six months. It is necessary to pour the granules into a separate container and rinse them thoroughly with water and a mild soap solution. Then thoroughly rinse the tray bowl itself, the spatula with which the device collects waste, and all other internal containers and hoses. Afterwards you need to dry each part and put everything back together.
Other variations of devices that have a special bag for collecting solid waste need to be washed once a month, and the bag itself needs to be changed as it fills up and an unpleasant odor appears.
Types and manufacturers
There are three types of cat toilets. They are fundamentally different from each other, although they have a common function - independent drainage of excrement without direct human participation:
- A device similar to a human one, but filled with special granules. For example, CatGenie products. There is no need to pour the usual filler into such a toilet. It is filled with special granules, through which liquid excrement flows into the drain. Solids are collected with a special rotating scoop. The owner can set a convenient cleaning time: the tank will wash itself, the granules will be cleaned and dried. This type of self-cleaning cat litter requires a connection to sewerage and electricity. You can do this yourself or call a plumber. Suitable for almost all cat breeds. Equipped with a sensor.
The CatGenie automatic toilet requires minimal human intervention during the cleaning process
- A device similar to a human one, without granules. No different from the ones people use, except that you need to add your preferred filler. It’s possible without it at all, but many cats refuse to go into a tank that they can’t dig into. This also includes sensory toilets that do not require filler. They work like this: the cat comes in, does its business, and leaves. The sensor reads presence. When the cat leaves the tank, smart technology counts down the set time and then drains. The most famous manufacturer is Kopfgescheit.
- Tray with self-cleaning function. Operating principle: looks like a regular tray, but somewhat more complicated. When the animal goes into it, a special device will collect and send excrement to the lower tank, and the worker will become clean again. For such toilets, it is necessary to purchase special bags for excrement. Once a week you will have to remove them, every day you will have to clean the tray by pulling a special lever. One of the famous brands that produce similar products is Hagen smart sift. The manufacturer has one more “highlight”: the car toilet is produced in the form of a cozy house that is suitable for absolutely all breeds. It has a significant disadvantage: you can’t get rid of the smell until you change the waste bag.
Review of popular models
Of all the varieties of automatic cat litter on the market, four models stand out the most. Each of them has its own characteristic feature.
Simply Clean
It consists of a bowl and a compartment for collecting feces. The bowl itself constantly rotates, and a blade lowered into it grinds the granules and takes away waste products, placing them in a special box. The washing liquid, washing the granules, flows into the reservoir, which, like the box, must be cleaned regularly.
Pros:
- suitable for two or more animals;
- cleaning occurs without pressing a button;
- There is a motion sensor to start cleaning when the cat leaves the room.
Minuses:
- the pot itself rotates almost constantly;
- the unpleasant smell is not completely blocked.
Such a device needs to be cleaned and washed at least once every two weeks, since it is not connected to communication systems. But it can be placed in any corner of the apartment.
Cat Litter Box and Self-Cleaning Litter Box
It looks like a litter box, but is slightly larger in size than a standard cat box. Cleaning will begin only after pressing the button. After this, metal rakes move from one wall to the other, sifting through the granules and removing excrement. All waste is placed in a special container.
Pros:
- cleaning occurs immediately;
- Suitable for two or more animals.
Minuses:
- starts only after pressing the button;
- it is necessary to change the filler;
- the pungent odor is not contained.
The waste container must be cleaned every one and a half to two weeks, otherwise unpleasant odors may appear.
Kopfgescheit
Looks like a smaller copy of a toilet. After the cat has gone potty, sensors record the fact that the pet has left, and water pressure is supplied to wash away the sewage.
Pros:
- there is no need to spend money on fillers;
- cleans itself, without pressing a button;
- touch motion sensor allows you not to scare off the cat;
- suitable for two or more animals;
- the contents are removed directly into the sewer, there is no need to clean up yourself.
Minuses:
- Not every cat will appreciate the absence of sand;
- the sound of water can frighten your pet if he hears it from afar;
- high water consumption;
- does not work if there are interruptions in electricity or water supply.
Since the water pressure is low, you need to rinse the bowl yourself from time to time.
Terms of use
Perhaps the cat will not be happy with the first meeting with the new litter box, but after that it will certainly appreciate the usefulness of the innovation.
In order not to frighten the animal, but to help it get used to the new toilet, it is necessary to place it next to the usual litter box for the first time; sooner or later the cat will become interested in the new thing.
Having poured the filler inside, you can wait for the cat to decide to visit the house. If the design has a door, it can be removed or left open. If you are especially wary, you can remove the top cover when the cat starts going to this tray, and gradually install the removable elements back.
Each tray has instructions and recommendations for use that you should read. If the model has cleaning filters, you need to follow the shift schedule so that the smell does not spread in the apartment, does not scare the pet and does not create conditions for the growth of bacteria.
Moderna Trendy Cat Cats In Love with carbon filters
Cleaning, washing the tray, and replacing the litter must be done regularly. If there is a mesh inside, it should be washed at least 2 times a week. Depending on the design of the toilet, different periods of general cleaning are recommended, which can be found in the instructions.
How do automatic cat litter boxes work?
Toilet for cats Kopfgescheit
A unified standard for this type of device has not yet been established. Technical innovations appear constantly, and each manufacturer offers its own system, considering it the most convenient.
Today, three types of self-retracting trays are offered. The simplest of them only involves connecting to electricity. More complex systems are connected to water supply and sewerage systems, differing from a human toilet only in that their bowl is filled with special granules.
