The prefilled litter box trays seems expensive. Can you refill the tray yourself from a bag of blue crystal litter to save money?
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Yes, this is the purpose of the reusable tray and I believe it is a third party who makes this product - not Scoop Free. I found it to be far less effective in terms of odor and overall maintenance. I purchased it and used it only twice. Now I am back to using the disposable trays and I don't recommend the reusable tray but others may have a different experience with it.
1078040
To make the prefilled tray last longer, every couple days I lift up the box and pull the tray out. Then I tilt it so the poo storage is up quite a ways and (holding the lid most of the way closed) gently shake the loose crystals back into the main pan to be re-used. Otherwise there's an awful lot of extra crystals that get pushed into the storage area and wasted.
1078041
I haven't done that, but my friend who suggested that I buy ScoopFree does. She got the forever tray and refills it with the blue crystal litter. She says its just as good. I have not tried this because I have yet to get the forever tray.
394023
Yes. You remove the solids and stir the crystals a little so the pee isn't all in one spot. The crystals are pretty good at supressing the odor. I get about three weeks out of my crystal litter but I use Fresh Step not Just the Crystals. I Found that JUst the Crystals did not do as good a job as Fresh Step.
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There are small slits all over the bottom of the of the litter tray. Under that tray is another tray that is slanted to a hole about half dollar size that empties all the liquid into another small tray underneath that slides out to be emptied.
701008
I use only the Fresh Step crystals add I scoop of the Fresh'n purr cat litter deodorizer crystals to the bag underneath at each changing and that works perfectly. I do complete cleaning every 3 weeks.
358077
You can. We did for a while, you just have to shake it or stir pellets around to get the "sawdust" to drop through to the tray. It overflows very quickly -- would work great if the box had a deep tray to catch the used pieces. We went back to the original pretty soon after, just wasn't worth the mess.
701007
I recommend that you continue to use the ScoopFree Crystals. I have tried to used the crystals combined with a less expensive clumping litter; however, it seems to be more difficult for the motor moving the rake to drag through the heavier, clumping litter. I also noticed that the other litter had a residue that when mixed with the urine stuck to the plastic bottom of the tray making it harder to clean. I hope this answers your question... Good luck!
1940211
I've used a variety of crystal litters without problem. Still trying to decide which litter I like best :)
1084216
That is correct. What I do is tie the knot as close to the end as possible and them leave as much bag to fill the bottom of the Locker as possible. It also depends on how many cats you have. If you have one, it will last longer and you may not have to start a new bag as often. Also, to save money, buy the Diaper Gennie's. They cost less and will fit the Litter locker. Just make sure they are the same shape as the Locker refills. I also have a Litter Gennie, but the refills are expensive and they don't make the Diaper refills in the same shape! : ( This is worth it, just to keep the odor down and not having to dump the waste in the trash everyday. You only have to make a trip every two weeks or so. That is correct. What I do is tie the knot as close to the end as possible and them leave as much bag to fill the bottom of the Locker as possible. It also depends on how many cats you have. If you have one, it will last longer and you may not have to start a new bag as often. Also, to save money, buy the Diaper Gennie's. They cost less and will fit the Litter locker. Just make sure they are the same shape as the Locker refills. I also have a Litter Gennie, but the refills are expensive and they don't make the Diaper refills in the same shape! : ( This is worth it, just to keep the odor... » Read More That is correct. What I do is tie the knot as close to the end as possible and them leave as much bag to fill the bottom of the Locker as possible. It also depends on how many cats you have. If you have one, it will last longer and you may not have to start a new bag as often. Also, to save money, buy the Diaper Gennie's. They cost less and will fit the Litter locker. Just make sure they are the same shape as the Locker refills. I also have a Litter Gennie, but the refills are expensive and they don't make the Diaper refills in the same shape! : ( This is worth it, just to keep the odor down and not having to dump the waste in the trash everyday. You only have to make a trip every two weeks or so. « Show Less
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Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat litter works amazingly well and is HIGHLY recommended by fellow Litter Robot owners. Clumps like cement with no gumminess or waste. One 40lb bag lasts me 3 months with two large male cats. Get it here for around $16, and if ur a prime member, with free 2-day shipping. Otherwise PetSmart carries it for around $18 per 40lb bag. Be careful with Amazon, tho. I've seen it as high as $26 with $15+ shipping. I live in a second story apartment, and LOVE that I can get UPS to deliver it to me free without my having to lug it up 18 stairs. Buy some... you won't be disappointed and ur LR will thank you...ur kitties, too ;-) Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat litter works amazingly well and is HIGHLY recommended by fellow Litter Robot owners. Clumps like cement with no gumminess or waste. One 40lb bag lasts me 3 months with two large male cats. Get it here for around $16, and if ur a prime member, with free 2-day shipping. Otherwise PetSmart carries it for around $18 per 40lb bag. Be careful with Amazon, tho. I've seen it as high as $26 with $15+ shipping. I live in a second story apartment, and LOVE that I can get UPS to deliver it to me free without my having to lug it up 18 stairs. Buy some... you won't be... » Read More Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat litter works amazingly well and is HIGHLY recommended by fellow Litter Robot owners. Clumps like cement with no gumminess or waste. One 40lb bag lasts me 3 months with two large male cats. Get it here for around $16, and if ur a prime member, with free 2-day shipping. Otherwise PetSmart carries it for around $18 per 40lb bag. Be careful with Amazon, tho. I've seen it as high as $26 with $15+ shipping. I live in a second story apartment, and LOVE that I can get UPS to deliver it to me free without my having to lug it up 18 stairs. Buy some... you won't be disappointed and ur LR will thank you...ur kitties, too ;-) « Show Less
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Not sure. Manual says to use "premium litter" but doesn't give brand names. I did not use crystal litter.
271523
No , I am pleased w the way this permanent tray works and I wash and refill w crystals 1-2 times a month.I do scoop the reservoir regularly for odor control by lifting gently w scooper so that the cover raises and task is easily and quickly completed.I am very pleased with this self raking litter box and recommend the product. I have no complaints w my purchase at all.
2129329
I got the Crystal litter because of the urine clumps getting stuck in the grid. I have mixed it with the other litter and it seems to help my problem. hope this helps
2254994
I will tell you the exact same thing as I mentioned to the other person who asked. The way LitterMaid markets this is so you spend lots of money. You don't have to replace filters or poop catchers as often as they say. The box stays closed after the scoop dumps the poop in it. The poop bucket pulls out so you can empty it. Another suggestion is the top part of the poop bucket sometimes comes loose so put a piece of tape on the sides so it doesn't move. Let me know if this helps you.
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I have multiple cats so find the crystals expensive. I have done a lot of testing with other litters. I have found the clumping litter made from Walnut shells-from Blue works well and another reviewer mentioned the Worlds Best made from corn works for him. You have to play with the amount a bit to have it deep enough to function but not so deep as to hinder the raking motion of the machine. I think the clumping clay type litters might be too heavy to work with the machine. Hope this helps.
32895
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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I use Fresh Step and the sifter works well with that brand. None of the sifters is perfect and a cat with claws will find it tempting to rearrange so keep plenty of litter in the box.
1365100
I use whatever is cheapest at the Family Dollar or Walmart. Of course I use a clumping litter. But you don't have to buy the expensive stuff that's suggested. This is the BEST purchase I have evr made for my cats.