AUTOMATIC - CAT LITTER CLEANERS: If there's anyone out there who used Cat Genie vs.
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We purchased the Cat Genie, after researching various cat self cleaning litter boxes on line, and after owning the littermaid self cleaning box...and when the Cat Genie arrived it was just so HUGE we never even unwrapped it, just sent it right back. It looked like a WASHING MACHINE! That it, assuming we're talking about the same item! We now have the new automatic Littermaid for multiple cats (2). We use it with the Bag-it system (see my Listmania) which means instead of tossing away the outragiously expensive disposable plastic receptacle and lid every day or so you simply toss away a plastic liner, like the smallest size Glad trash bag, or you can even use a grocery store plastic bag. It comes w/ a solid top to replace the flimsy plastic one, which imo holds in the odors etc even better. Together, this is the best system we've had so far, no mess, odor, little fuss, little maintenance at all. Cats use it with no problems or complaints.
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I had a Littermaid first & couldn't get it to cycle reliably. I also disliked having to buy fecal receptacles specially designed for the Littermaid. With the Litter Robot any small trash bags will work. It also does a better job of keeping the litter contained if you have a messy cat like mine. Litter Robot has a higher up front cost but I've owned it for over 5 years now & it still works.
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I've never used the litter genie,only because I came across this one first. I can say I am very satisfied with this one. I have 4 cats and a filler bag lasts me about 6weeks. I empty the bag/tie it off and remove litter once a week and I have never had any odor issues. Hope this helps.
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I have an automatic kitty litter box and use the crystals. I use the crystals that they recommend, and they are fairly small. I have bought others and they are a lot chunkier and did not work as well. My cat has no problems with the crystals .
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I had a disabled, incontinent cat. She had her own living area, covered with whelping mats, which I washed in "NoRoma Industrial Odor Eliminating Laundry Wash" (available on Amazon). It is expensive, but works wonderfully. I set the washer for the longest cycle possible (cold-water wash). You need to use the full amount suggested, even in a front-loading washer.
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I have neighbors who have the Litter Genie and I prefer this one much more than the Genie. For one thing, they don't have a foot pedal to lift the lid, you have to lift it manually. Also, the inside seems much smaller and holds less, needs to be emptied more often
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There is only the smell directly after they go. To me there is 90% less smell than with a regular cat box with the best. I suggest you buy the unscented solution. The solution that comes with the catgenie is quite strong. Its a clean smell but strong and it dissipates. My genie always cleans completely. I set mine to clean 10 minutes after the cat uses it which also will extend the solution uses.
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The Genie has a two chamber system. You open the lid, drop in the dirty litter, close the lid and then slide out the divider which drops the litter into the holding tank. When you slide in the divider the holding tank is sealed. Works well. I bought one for each cat box. There is a slight odor when you open the divider but not significant as the top lid is closed. Better than a dirty cat box. So easy that I don't mind cleaning the box every day.
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The Litter-Robot is working like a charm. I have a backup, old-fashioned litter box and the Blitter Robot. I believe they all use the L-R unless it is in use. They are all such good little cats. I put Rescue Remedy in their drinking water to cut down any animosity. Love the L-R and highly recommend it.
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I have 4 cats (3 adults and a kitten) and I clean daily. I change the bags out when they get full. It entirely depends on the cats. And with me it varies from once every two days to once every three days. Genie is very easy to use. I LOVE IT!
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I have stuck with this but still not happy it would have been a pain to return it. I wished I had the litter genie! I don't go a full weeks before having to clean it out from the smell coming from it and I only have one kitty.
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We have 3 cats with *very* different personalities, and they all switched quite easily. One good way to facilitate the process is to put the old litter box right next to the Genie, and stop cleaning the old litter box. Cats are so opposed to a dirty box they'll be motivated to try the Genie. I also *highly* recommend using the sidewalls - we have 1 "scatterer" and are saving a lot more granules now.
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I did and do! In fact, I had three Littermaids (one after another, after each one broke), and now own two Litter Robots for my three cats. I also have cleaned a Littermaid monthly for years, and can tell you the Litter Robot is a LOT cleaner and easier to clean when you want to do it. The old Littermaids (before they became really bad quality) weren't bad. My first one broke because the line (that cord that used to stick out when the rake went forward) frayed and eventually broke. The two that followed both had the motors go, since I had a 19-pound male with kidney issues and the clumps were just too large and heavy for the motor. The current Littermaids (and I think the company is now defunct) have terrible motors, cheap plastic tray bottom, and don't get everything into the waste tray. I do not recommend them, period. Litter Robot: I have had one for about 6 years now, and the second one for about two years (when I got a third cat, decided we needed two). It is easy to use, easy to maintain, fits (despite looking large) in about the same footprint as a Littermaid, inexpensive to use after the initial cost (I use regular kitchen bags with flaps in the waste drawer rather than the ones they sell, and yes, you do use up less litter than the Littermaid did -- not sure how)...I LOVE my Litter Robots. My only caveat is that older cats might not want to switch into it, especially if they have never used a covered box. Customer service is fantastic (yes, I have had to send the bottom back for service), even if you are just calling with a "stupid" question. I could and have given lectures to people who stare at the spaceship in my house on why this is the best automated litter box on the market...:) A note: it says the Litter Robot is made to use all clumping litter including Swheat Scoop -- my experience living in a hot, humid climate is the very fine clumping litters don't work as well. I use Dr. Elsey's unscented clay now, and take the bag of waste clumps out of each box twice a week. If you get one, have fun!
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I have 2 cats and I only have to dump mine about once every 2 weeks. It really is a great product. Works great for me. I live in a small house family of 3. Don't hear half as many complaints since I've started using the Litter Genie Plus so I'm happy!
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I'm not familiar with the litter locker,but I have three litter genie's, and they are awesome!! Very easy to use, and there is no odor from the cat room. Highly recommend this product. Ron Rocha
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Never used the Litter Genie; didn't like the look of it in the store. This Litter Champ is terrific; I have two healthy grown cats and it serves them well. If you are suffering odor then it can't be blamed on your Litter Champ. I suggest that you look at the litter you are using and also get a bag of baking soda to sprinkle in the litter and in the Litter Champ. If the odor persists you should perhaps change your kitty's food or even take her to a Veterinarian, preferably with a stool sample. Cat feces do not normally smell after a day or so when they dry out.
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We had the Litter Genie and replaced it with the Litter Champ. The Litter Champ refills last longer and we find them simple to replace. Overall the Litter Champ bag liners are a better value. The Litter Genie holds less litter (with our 2 cats we had to empty twice a week), and requires two hands to operate. None of the pet waste systems are inexpensive to use, but we have found the Litter Champ to be worth the investment :-)