from this ad, why would you NOT need to scoop this litter box? wondered if i am missing something since this looks like a regular covered litter box. that i would assume you have to scoop or sift to clean from this ad, why would you NOT need to scoop this litter box? wondered if i am missing something since this looks like a regular covered litter box. that i would assume you have to scoop or sift... » Read More from this ad, why would you NOT need to scoop this litter box? wondered if i am missing something since this looks like a regular covered litter box. that i would assume you have to scoop or sift to clean « Show Less
1179053
I have multiple cats (one unfixed male, and two fixed females) so what use to get rid of the smell is baking soda on top of the litter each time I clean the box. If it gets strong in between I just add more.
1179054
I read the ad/description & don't quite know what they mean by Litter Scoop Free Maintenance. You have to scoop the poop. Doesn't matter to me. I'm still loving this litter box. With it's higher sides, front & back it really cuts down on the amt. of litter that ends up outside the litter box.
1179055
Yes. You still need to scoop your litter. All I was getting across is that this is a nice box and the litter I use with it is great. Sorry for the confusion. Happy scooping!
5402
I tried this system, and don't really like it as the scoop is too small, as is the opening through which you must dump the clumps into the bin is small. I find that I spend twice as much time cleaning the litter boxes as the scoop is too small. If you don't mind the extra time scooping, and perhaps breaking up the larger clumps, then this system might be fine.
825229
tonda, I have a one story house, so I don't know why people say you need 2 litter boxes. Hopefully, somebody can answer you.Don't forget my helpful hint: use throw away aluminum lasagna pans instead of the plastic bags in the drawer. WAY better!
889355
It would be easier to scoop with lid off, you could go through the door it is big enough. I myself do not use clumping litter, so I dump mine.
1873915
Depending on how many cats you have . If it is only one cat, then you have to empty or exchange the container with the dirty litter every other day even every 2 days. If you have two cats it needs to be cleaned everyday. I would check in a pet store first and then buy online due to the better price!!! I love it no problems with it. Hope I could help you
2029366
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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We bought a wider scoop. I prefer the one that came with the Champ and my fianc likes the wider scoop. Either one works! If you use the wider scoop I would just angle the scoop to pour in your "findings". If you spill a little litter using the wider scoop that's ok! You can wipe (with a paper towel or Clorox wipe) the excess litter into the Champ. This is a great product! Let me know if you have any further questions!
1965319
Thanks for the answers. I had always had a cat door accessing a large pen in my 2 previous homes, but was forced to get a litter pan for where I'm currently living & had always thought you needed to use liners with them. Not only had I found them to be ridiculously expensive, but I'd yet to find any that fit since this is a large, high back box. I'm trying it without liners now. Thanks to all who took the time to answer. :)
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I have 2 different size scoopers, so I put one in each storage compartment. I also keep a bottle of spray cleaner in one of the compartments. I think the compartments are a necessity, as I do not want the scoopers coming in contact with anything else due to sanitary reasons, and it keeps the scoopers very handy, as I scoop the box daily. It also catches any litter that falls off the scoopers. My cats do not mess with the scoopers or anything in the compartments and they have never "missed". They love this litter box and I am very happy that I switched from the smaller covered ones. It's a lot easier for them to maneuver in this box. I have 2 different size scoopers, so I put one in each storage compartment. I also keep a bottle of spray cleaner in one of the compartments. I think the compartments are a necessity, as I do not want the scoopers coming in contact with anything else due to sanitary reasons, and it keeps the scoopers very handy, as I scoop the box daily. It also catches any litter that falls off the scoopers. My cats do not mess with the scoopers or anything in the compartments and they have never "missed". They love this litter box and I am very happy that I switched from the smaller covered... » Read More I have 2 different size scoopers, so I put one in each storage compartment. I also keep a bottle of spray cleaner in one of the compartments. I think the compartments are a necessity, as I do not want the scoopers coming in contact with anything else due to sanitary reasons, and it keeps the scoopers very handy, as I scoop the box daily. It also catches any litter that falls off the scoopers. My cats do not mess with the scoopers or anything in the compartments and they have never "missed". They love this litter box and I am very happy that I switched from the smaller covered ones. It's a lot easier for them to maneuver in this box. « Show Less
774379
Welcome to the wonderful world of cats!! I prefer clumping. This product is excellent. Also great is "Premium Choice." If your plumbing is good, you can scoop & flush the lightly coated refuse, leaving behind a fresh litter box.
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I've had this problem with most litters as well, this one included. It's not usually very bad, unless I wait more than a couple of days to scoop.I switched to using a sturdy metal scoop instead of the plastic one that we started out with, and that helped a lot with scooping bottom clumps. It scrapes the bottom more easily, and if needed, I can put more pressure on it without running the risk of flinging litter and clumps all over the place.Other responses say that if you keep the litter deeper, it won't be quite so bad, but the box has one really low wall (for ease of entry/exit, supposedly), so that's not really an option for me. Litter is about 2" deep. I've had this problem with most litters as well, this one included. It's not usually very bad, unless I wait more than a couple of days to scoop.I switched to using a sturdy metal scoop instead of the plastic one that we started out with, and that helped a lot with scooping bottom clumps. It scrapes the bottom more easily, and if needed, I can put more pressure on it without running the risk of flinging litter and clumps all over the place.Other responses say that if you keep the litter deeper, it won't be quite so bad, but the box has one really low wall (for ease... » Read More I've had this problem with most litters as well, this one included. It's not usually very bad, unless I wait more than a couple of days to scoop.I switched to using a sturdy metal scoop instead of the plastic one that we started out with, and that helped a lot with scooping bottom clumps. It scrapes the bottom more easily, and if needed, I can put more pressure on it without running the risk of flinging litter and clumps all over the place.Other responses say that if you keep the litter deeper, it won't be quite so bad, but the box has one really low wall (for ease of entry/exit, supposedly), so that's not really an option for me. Litter is about 2" deep. « Show Less
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Yes, it's a non-poop-covering cat-owner's dream. The rake shoves it all into the container, which hides the poop and the odor. I empty out the poop once a week with 2 cats. I love this box, I'd highly recommend it.
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I honestly do not clean my cat's box everyday. It's more like once a week. But in regard to you question it will not affect the product. The one thing you need to do with this product is use a clumping litter. As long as you do that you're golden. I've really enjoyed this box, I would highly recommend it.
825051
Sorry, but no. It was a little difficult to scoop. We only used this while our kitty recovered from being spayed and could not use the other type of litter.
2004540
It is not recommended to use other litter. The only litter I'd recommend besides the included crystals would be maybe another brand of crystals. But, I don't think that would help you because I think all crystal litters are basically the same. Clumping litter probably won't be good for the litter box since it will clump urine, filling your box even faster and non clumping litter may cause an issue with smell since it doesn't absorb odors nearly as well as the crystal litter.
1973310
We bought a wider scoop. I prefer the one that came with the Champ and my fiancé likes the wider scoop. Either one works! If you use the wider scoop I would just angle the scoop to pour in your "findings". If you spill a little litter using the wider scoop that's ok! You can wipe (with a paper towel or Clorox wipe) the excess litter into the Champ. This is a great product! Let me know if you have any further questions!
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No, you are not missing something. I couldnt keep the liner in place either. It is too small, and like you said needs a clip or 3 to keep it in place due to the unusual shape of the litter box. I think i used the liner for 2 days and gave up. I found it harder to scoop than without a liner anyway. I decided i would rather wash my litter box out completely every 3 weeks too a month when the litter needed to be changed then deal with the liner twice a day.