If cat jumps on lid, will lid fall? Looking for a sturdy lid
1082539
I have 2 cats plus I put other stuff on it from time to time. It's great. Buy it!!!!
1082540
It would easily support a small cat, like an 8lb cat. A larger cat would not be a good idea.
949627
I would think not. With a fall and heavy contents, I think the cats would have a very large reward for knocking the container off the shelf. The pour opening lid opens very easily.
1893196
On this version the lid and the solar element are one, work nicely... unless the darned cat knocks one off the windowsill, at which time one of them ceased to function. Bummer. Had to order more!
1071007
No, the lid is not secure at all! It is not snug. I've dropped it many times. Very annoying.
587454
Yes, but the lid will not sit tight. if your cat pees on the walls of the litter box it will drip through the small gap.
1440026
It slips into place tightly (but not too tight). There isn't a snap, it just fits flush around the edge. My concern would be the giant feeding hole which is more than enough space for a cat to stick a paw in. The cat could grab a fish or the lid and pull it right off. We have a cat too and covered that huge hole with clear packing tape (on the top and bottom side of the lid) to make it safer. There is a smaller hole for a heater power cord in the back of the lid. We just use that to feed.
694960
It's pretty air tight, but my cat figured out how to break into it by tipping it over and pulling the top off. I'm now in the market for something with a screw down lid.
2223760
It doesn't screw on, but rather "snaps" on. I have the normal Petmate feeders, and the LeBistro one seems to be much harder to get off (I even have to work a bit at it). I don't think a normal cat would be able to get the lid off, but there are some exceptional cats out there. ;)
384771
No, unless you have a dog the size of a cat or smaller. Hopefully the dog isn't smart enough or strong enough to pry off the lid...The cat will love it and so will you!
457212
Honestly, yes. The top isn't designed to hold any weight so if a heavy enough cat jumps on it, the sides will fold in. Has happened to me a few times. But, I think using these type of pens for introductions are much safer than just letting them roam and easier to deal with than a wire kennel or crate.
457889
Yes it would be safe for cats to jump onto. Its a very strong and well made product. I have it set on a high window and my cat loves it.
309778
Your assumption is correct. A definite design flaw. My cats access the top by leaping from a nearby chair or other tall object. Once there they love napping on the top three perches. Very sturdy design so no risk of it tipping over.
589518
My first response is to say no, because the door swings inward but if you took the front swinging door off then it might work. If it was covered then you could take the top lid off and the cat could jump in but if there is no protection from the rain that is not an option. I have mine up under a shed, so I don't know if the rain can leak in from the top with the lid down and left out in the open.
520432
The lid is very secure and even lockable. It is made of nylon screening, so if you put in climbing materials that allow the hamster to reach the screen, it might be able to gnaw its way through.
800177
I have two cats - total weight 16 pounds. It is fortunate that the cat tree is against a wall as they tend to push off it when they get rambunctious. It would surely topple over if not for that. I have had to retighten the screws as they have come loose so keep that key handy. Otherwise plenty sturdy for holding weight (I just sat on it to be sure!). Just wish it had a broader base for when they jump off.
950801
Yes, it is sturdy enough that a cat would not tip it over, unless it's a really huge cat dropping onto it from above. If you're just talking about a cat hopping onto it from the desktop, no problem.
194658
Because the item arrived broken and I had to return it I am not sure, but Raccoons are innovative and most likely are able to open the lid. You may consider a metal container with an airtight lid, clamps.