Should I use a litter box INSIDE the planter? Is the planter itself the litter box or should I use a traditional litter box inside planter??
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The bottom of the "pot" serves as a nice size round litter box. Could use liners, but they will show. . .
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That would depend on several things. We use what's denominated as a "large" litter pan. Underneath it, we have textured liner (specifically sold to go under a litter pan) that both collects litter that spills and keeps the litter pan from shifting. We push the pan up against the end with the entrance to the box. There's an inch or so clearance along the long sides of the box and three to four inches clearance on the end opposite the entrance, where I keep the litter scoop. We have the internal divider up and keep supplies on the other side of it. Assuming a set-up like ours, if a cat "misses," you could very easily pull out the pan (and the liner) and clean up as necessary. You'd have to squat down and reach in to do it, but there's plenty of room to do that easily, assuming average physical ability. You could reduce the space inside by using a larger pan, but that would probably end up getting more of the mess on the walls than on the liner. Using a smaller box would most likely keep more of the mess on the liner. But the doors open up the entire length of the box, so clean up is very straightforward.
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That all depends on your cats digging technique. If he or she is a digger then put in more litter. The good thing about this one is it's minimal dust. Regardless whether it's a lot of litter or a little bit, you'll only scoop up what's left there whether it's pee or poop, it will still be the same volume you're scooping out whether it's a lot of litter or not. The more litter there is the less chances it seeping through to the bottom of your litter box which will make it dirty faster. Sometimes too much litter and the cat will go crazy digging - all depends on your cat's bathroom preference.
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Hello,you probably can,but,I would not recommend it.There is a screen that snaps inside the litter box to filter out the dirty litter and may rip the liner.If you are worrying about the litter sticking to the bottom,try to sprinkle some baking soda on the bottom first then the litter.This helps and also provides extra protection for odor. Hope this helps. Thanks :-)
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The cardboard liner box fits in the bottom and makes it easier to lift out and clean. The liner boxes are more expensive than I would have thought for cardboard. So I cover the liner box with a litter bag (31") and install it. The bag protects the box which then provides mechanical support when removing. Just dispose of the litter bag when it needs to be changed and reuse the cardboard liner.
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I purchased the Omega Paw litter box but did not change brand of litter and I"m haveing trouble with my male cat using it...He had never voided on the floor until now. So I question the fact of the litter..but question if it is the design on the box..My female seems not to have a problem with it....boys will be boys .....HaHa
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I use Aquarium rocks in a two tier litter box. The top tier I drilled over 100 holes (1/2 in apart ). My cat initially wanted to use the old litter box but now he is using it. And I put Orange Dishwashing Liquid in the bottom to mask any urine odor. It does work.
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I would only use crystal-type litter because of the fact that the urine needs to be fully absorbed in order for it to not smell for the week or two that it will sit there. The only problem will be the tray itself. They aren't exactly re-usable, although you can buy a plastic replacement tray (specifically for using with your own litter), but it must be washed each time you change it. If you're up for the hassle, it is possible, otherwise I would definitely not recommend re-using the cardboard trays as they will not hold up for long.
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A scooper and an adapter. I would advise you not get this litter box. The older version of this littermaid worked great but the new model is a waste of money!! It constantly jams and defeats the purpose of having an "automatic" litter box because you constantly have to fix the rake. I threw this away after a week of owning it and purchased an Omega Paw rolling litter box and love it! Hope this helps!!
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This is definitely a question I should have considered before buying mine. My one cat likes to pee in the corner directly above the grate so it does require regular maintenance to clean out that spot or else it will build up where the scoop can't reach. I wouldn't call it a huge dealbreaker, though, just a minor inconvenience and still better than scooping out a normal litter box every day. (Also, I've noticed this problem gets worse if I don't occasionally even out the litter, since the grate tends to push it all forward and leaves those back corners a little low.)
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I guess you could do that.... It would probably look homemade, but if that doesn't bother you, go for it. I love not having the litter tracked out onto my floor and my cat doesn't mind the different styled container. It's a win-win for me.
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We went with a covered (separate top and bottom that locks together) litter box. Most cats enjoy gravel "flinging" and we got tired of daily hand-vac cleanup. The taller sided litter box fits in the bottom of this very nicely. Much less effort on cleanup.
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The slots up on the top limit the amount of litter hitting the ground. Best cat box I've had in 30 yrs.. Id say IF you are going to make one, go buy a Rubber Made tub at Lowes and cut a hole in that. Cutting into your typical cat box will be too flimsy... Hope it helps..
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Hi Natalie - I have not, although I think another reviewer mentioned painting theirs. I like the look as it is; people automatically assume it's just a large terra cotta planter.There is some flexing when you take the top off and on and change out the litter in the bottom. I don't know if paint could handle that flexing.
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Hi,I have put both. Either one is appropriate. I wouldn't put the soil directly in the planter itself. Right now I have a round pot in my planter and have not encounter any problems. You will need at least a 10 inch pot. Hope this info was helpful and enjoy your planters because I am certainly enjoying mine.Carolyn B.
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We have two litter boxes. One is covered, one (the Lucky Champ) is not. My cats don't seem to care one way or the other. They use both equally. A covered box is helpful in more public areas of the house.
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One of my cats eats the plastic plant. She's a bit mental. We just shoo her away. I never put the excelsior, or whatever the straw/grass like product is, around the base of the plant. When you clean the box you also have to clean the lid and in doing so you have to turn it over and all this stuff is going to fall out. So I just left out the grass out. Other than that, these boxes are awesome. Guests think they are real plants and planters. A great purchase for our household!