My cats, 2 year old and 3 months old(new member), the kitten ambush the older cat... this litter box will help if I put this one next to the other?
1476337
It could. Or the kitten may just follow the older cat. Its learning by following.
1476338
We are supposed to have 1 1/2 litter boxes per cat. I have 2 cats and never followed that rule. A few days ago, I went from always just having one box to having two, when my new IRIS boxes arrived. The cats are so happy. The "alpha" female uses both boxes but claims one (the one in the bedroom) as strictly her own. The "beta" only uses "her" box (the one in the kitchen). According to Jackson Galaxy, boxes should be placed in social areas and not right next to each other. It's working out quite well.
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UGH...that just seems to be a right of passage for cats. My nine year old used to do that to my 15 year old. Then I got a kitten. THe kitten now ambushes the 9 year old. The nine year old, however has stopped doing this to the 15 year old! I use this box inside "The Merry Washroom" It is a nice big sturdy box that withstood over two years of use. I only replaced this with my second purchase of this box, because it cracked one day when I (lazily) banged it against the trash barrel instead of pushing wet litter out with the scooper. So sorry can't be more helpful on your ambush issue! It's a good box for a multi cat family - for it's size. Can't say it helps with the ambush issue. UGH...that just seems to be a right of passage for cats. My nine year old used to do that to my 15 year old. Then I got a kitten. THe kitten now ambushes the 9 year old. The nine year old, however has stopped doing this to the 15 year old! I use this box inside "The Merry Washroom" It is a nice big sturdy box that withstood over two years of use. I only replaced this with my second purchase of this box, because it cracked one day when I (lazily) banged it against the trash barrel instead of pushing wet litter out with the scooper. So sorry can't be more helpful on your ambush... » Read More UGH...that just seems to be a right of passage for cats. My nine year old used to do that to my 15 year old. Then I got a kitten. THe kitten now ambushes the 9 year old. The nine year old, however has stopped doing this to the 15 year old! I use this box inside "The Merry Washroom" It is a nice big sturdy box that withstood over two years of use. I only replaced this with my second purchase of this box, because it cracked one day when I (lazily) banged it against the trash barrel instead of pushing wet litter out with the scooper. So sorry can't be more helpful on your ambush issue! It's a good box for a multi cat family - for it's size. Can't say it helps with the ambush issue. « Show Less
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that's hard to say...you could put one of them in this litter box and try to keep the entry point out of the direct line of sight (make it a back door entrance) - you can always order, look at it and judge for yourself if you think it may help, if not, return it as I did.....good luck
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The kitten might want to have her own litter box. How about to put the boxes in two different places and train the older cat to use one exclusively?
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When we bought ours, we tossed out the other box immediately. Before our cats used the Clevercat, we put about a half a cup of soiled litter right by the hole & a little more down in the fresh litter. We have 5 cats & all of them were using it within a half hour. I would think it will only prolong their getting used to a new box if the two are sitting beside each other. Also we used 30 gal. Flex bags & they couldn't tear it as easy & cleanup is a snap. Hope this helps.
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This is a big box it might fit a "large" corner. There are some boxes out there made for corners. But I love this box and so do my cats who are 4 (big) and 17 (small). Roomy and easy to clean. Like the top as it lets light in and not a dark place.
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To answer your question about three kitties fitting, I would say no because they couldn't really move around much. My two cats are around 13-14 lbs each, I shoved them in there together but they weren't amused. Mine like to turn around and look out back if something is interesting. The other reason it won't do well for all of them at once is the bottom sort of sags a little, with three you would need one that would accommodate more weight. Look for one a little bigger.
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I do not think it would be suitable because the kittens would be right next to the litter box. Later they might fall from the shelves. Tiny kittens could get their heads stuck too. A room of their own or a barrier that the mother cat, but not the kittens could cross would be better
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You can use the Petsafe simply clean cotinuous - clean litter box we had two of them . We like it I think you will too. Andrea it will help you out it and your cat will like it too.
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Hi. I only left the old box there for a day. I took it away and watched my cats and they used it right away. Try using some litter from the old box into the new one. Don't worry she will use it. Put it in the same spot as the old one.
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I suspect YES. I have no direct experience with cats however. Big trick--I think--would be to train or tell the cat this is your Cat Box without the cat-litter. Good Luck.
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Yes- I have put two of my black cats together in this at times when I felt they needed each other. Especially at the age your kittens are, they will fit.
1554663
Yes, if you replace the cardboard litterbox insert they send you and get one that fits tight. Target has them and they are perfect. Don't buy the ones with the high backs. They will not fit.
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Yes 3 cats and a small litter box should fit, if the cats are friendly. It has lots of room and you could also put is a soft blanket for them.
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We wondered the same thing, but it actually keeps the scooper really handy. We also leave a box of fragrant sprinkle dust in the other compartment, for emergency odor control. Our cats do not mess with anything in there unless we leave paper towels....then, it is "game on"!
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Most likely the Feliway would help, but it does take time & may not completely stop the problem. It sounds like it is a stress issue with the other cat coming within view of your cat. I would suggest trying things that would keep your cat both active & occupied. For example, if you only have one cat, add another! They entertain each other & are company for each other when left alone. Try a water fountain, allot of cats, (not ours) love them. A cat scratcher/lounge is great too. Play with her for at least 15 minutes 2x a day. You may also need to think about changing litter and/or litter boxes. One of our cats that is 10 has been diagnosed with FLUTD, (Feline Lower Urinary Track Disease). Using cat attract litter & those jumbo storage containers for long rolls or wrapping paper has made a world of difference. There was microscopic blood in his urine. He started urinating just outside the box when our 18 & 1/2 year old cat passed away in Nov. It was a stress issue causing a medical issue & these are things that our vet recommended & it worked. We have since adopted another kitten at vets recommendation & I can see our 10 yr. old playing more now. You want to use litter that is NOT scented. Clean with white vinegar. Cats don't like it, but it will not harm them. You can leave a cup out where they are spraying & they will not spray there. Cats also do not like the smell of citrus, so you can get citrus odor eliminators & sit on the floor or even on a table to keep eem off and it works! If possible close the blinds/curtains at the window where your cat sees the other cat the most. Throw orange peels or other citrus out in the area where the neighbors cat comes & see if that deters the visits. Ask the owner if their cat is spayed/neuter & if they can keep him/her inside or limit the time the cat is out. Hope some of these suggestions will help!
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One of our cats does the same thing - we tried covered boxes but the urine just ran down from the side of the top and gathered in the capilary space between the lid and bottom part of the box. The only we have found to work is 18 GAL Roughneck Totes by Rubbermaid. They are 24 x 16 (like a regular litter box) but even on her best tail pumping days, our female cat can only get to within a half inch of top the the 16.5" tall side walls. I am considering this box but am concerned that the pee will run down the wall and collect where the lid and bottom come together. Did you have any luck with this product and your cat?
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I've been using this box for some time now with 3 cats, 2 under a year and 1 older, all about average size. Haven't tried a liner but it does a good job of containing the litter. It seems the liner could be held in place at least partially by the top which is pretty secure with 4 good size snaps. Aligning the top can be a little tricky at first but easy to figure out. Hope this helps!
1554661
The urine definitely will stay in the box my only concern with an old cat would be the cat's ability (and comfort level) with stepping in and out of the box. If the entry point is a little too high for kitty maybe you could create a makeshift step into the box. Also make sure to fill the box with plenty of litter so the kitty does have a big jump to exit the box. If anything is too hard for an older cat they make go outside the box.
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I started our kitten out with Littermaid and had no problem. You might want to let it run a couple times to let the kitten get used to the noise and movement. Kittens tend to play around quite a bit in the box and if it turns on before they are done it might scare them into not wanting to go back in. If it is a really small kitten I would recommend using another box for a short time just till they get used to litter.