The Common Litter Pan
Does this cat litter box look like it is solving all the problems that cat owners endure? This is the tipical litterbox that 40 million homes in North The united states, have in it. Or something similar.In 2007 consumers spent $40 billion on their pets. Forcasts for 2010 are expected to reach $50 billion in sales. It is hard to know what the best products are, for you & 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 think about price, but also functionality.A litterbox should offer the customer solutions to the common problems a litterbox brings. Namely mess & odor. If your litter box cannot provide you with solutions to those basic problems; then it is time the alter litterboxes. As you will see sometimes the best products can be functional & affordable. This litterbox critique will provide consumers with information that will help them to make an informed decision about their next litterbox purchase.
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 felines.Cons:-The basic pan is wide open; no privacy for cat.-Litter is easily spread throughout the litterbox area & 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 & hold odor & moisture. Not a long lasting product. Liners are usually necessary. But the biggest concern with this type of litterbox is that there is not protection from spraying litter. Your felines natural instincts become your worst mess. Finally, most of the litter that ends up on the floor gets swept in to the garbage, wasting unused litter.
The Covered Litterbox
Furniture Litterbox
Pros:-Ranges in price from $25-40.00-offered in a range of sizes & colours.-Provides some privacy for your cat-Controls some litter spray-easy access to pan for cleaningCons:-Most felines prefer dark, private spaces when using their litterbox. The basic covered box does not offer a enclosed, dark area.-Your cat steps out of the litterbox onto your floor, tracking litter throughout your home.-no odor control-Other animals can access the litter.-Litter spray will shoot out the door opening onto your floor.-Door opening requires felines to step up in to the litterbox. Difficult for aging felines.-Still a litterbox you will need to hide.
Pros:-Affordable retailing at $57-$85.00-Appearance lets you put it anywhere in your home.-Front door opening allows for easy access to litter pan.-Fits in to most decors.-Large to accomodate over 1 cat.-Offers your cat a more private area.Cons:-Door enterance is a huge whole right in the front.-Requires you purchase a giant litter tray to insert inside.-No odor control-Litter spray is deposited directly onto your floor.-Cat has to step up in to the litterbox. Difficult for older felines.-Not pretty
The Isle Bay
Is This The Litterbox That Will Solve Your Problem?
The Littermaid
The Litter Genie
Pros:-Never must scoop again.-charcoal filter to control odorCons:-Retail beginning at $99.00-Litter is still necessary, problem of sprayed litter outside the littermaid still exists.-What do you do if your Littermaid stops going, the cat won't.-Replaceable parts necessary for operating.-Other animals have complete access.-Little to no privacy for your cat.-Still not that great to look at.
What About This Monster
Pros:-Never must scoop litter again.-Dome accessories available-Multiple cat useCons:-Retailing at $300.00-Must be setup next to a water source.-Cannot be put anywhere in your home-Not recommended for felines under age 6 months-Accessories & cartridges necessary (extra costs)-Not attractive-Machanical parts that can wear over time-Older felines may have difficultly stepping up in to the litterboxOverall an innovative product, but with the cost of water & hydro; as well as the cost of the unit, the Litter Genie is pricey to own & operate.
Can You Afford To Own This Litterbox?
The Litter Robot
Pros:-Never must scoop again!-No more odor!-No wasted tidy litter.-No cartridges necessary.Cons:-Retailing at $359.00-Operates only with Hydro; more expense to operate.-Not pretty. Still should hide it away.-Some training necessary to get cat to use the Litter Robot.-You need a backup litterbox incase of breakdowns.
The LitterHouse Litterbox
Could This New Litterbox Be The Answer?
Pros:-Retailing at $79.99-Fully enclosed, 95% of sprayed litter remains inside the house. Seldom vaccum or sweep again. No more tracking litter mess.-Chimney charcoal filter controls odor-Patented walkway collects litter from felines paws.-Made from durable high desity polystyrene, so odor & moisture cannot seep in to the plastic.-No liners necessary.-Keeps other animals out of litter.-Looks great in any room!-This litterbox could be easily converted to a lounge house for your cat or little dog.Cons:-Regular scooping necessary.-12 pieces to assemble.-Only available in blue, at this time.-Only recommended for felines upto 22lbs.Visit us at http://www.domain.com/and see why they think the LitterHouse is the best litterbox on the market today. Competitively priced & the LitterHouse is the most functional litterbox available.
The Results
The Best Litterbox
By 2010 consumers of pet products will be spending $50 billion every year. I have personally contributed to this wealth in the pet industry. I purchased & tried, plenty of of the types of litterboxes mentioned above. None of the litterboxes I purchased made me happy about my felines litterbox.The LitterHouse is a new product on the market this year. The invention was directly inspired by Sox, our cat. Why have a huge whole in the front of the litterbox? They patented a walkway & attached it directly to the litter pan & put seven walls around it.Now Sox has his own house. I scoop as usual & seldom must vaccum or sweep. Easy, fast cleaning. Sox loves his LitterHouse & so do I.We spend so much funds on our pets to keep them happy & healthy, why not buy a product such as a cat litter box that works! LitterHouse wins paws down