Best Cat Litter for the Litter Robot? Hi, does anyone have a recommendation on what kind of cat litter to use with the Litter Robot? Some of the unhappy reviews are because the owner used the wrong litter, causing nasty smears inside the dome. Thanks! Best Cat Litter for the Litter Robot? Hi, does anyone have a recommendation on what kind of cat litter to use with the Litter Robot? Some of the unhappy reviews are because the owner used the wrong... » Read More Best Cat Litter for the Litter Robot? Hi, does anyone have a recommendation on what kind of cat litter to use with the Litter Robot? Some of the unhappy reviews are because the owner used the wrong litter, causing nasty smears inside the dome. Thanks! « Show Less
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The best litter I have found that works well is Petco's brand of scoopable clumping litter. However I have notice that on the Litter-robot site that they have thier own brand. I dont know if it works as well as Petco brand
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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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I keep going back to PetCo's brand litter. I buy refills (save the bucket and bring it back to the store and fill it up -- saves a few $$). It is one of the least dusty litters I can find and it clumps well.
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Hi: The Litter-Robot has a sifting screen in the globe. During the cycling process, the litter goes into a pouch in the globe and, when the waste ports are over the bag in the waste drawer, they open and the waste is then deposited into the bag in the waste drawer. The globe then reverses and returns to what we call the home position with the clean litter now in the globe and leveled for the next use.The Litter-Robot is cat sensor activated so your cat would need to weigh at least five (5) lbs. to activate a cleaning cycle. After a cat uses it, in seven (7) minuted the Litter-Robot will cycle.Hope this helps. Regards, Litter-Robot Team Hi: The Litter-Robot has a sifting screen in the globe. During the cycling process, the litter goes into a pouch in the globe and, when the waste ports are over the bag in the waste drawer, they open and the waste is then deposited into the bag in the waste drawer. The globe then reverses and returns to what we call the home position with the clean litter now in the globe and leveled for the next use.The Litter-Robot is cat sensor activated so your cat would need to weigh at least five (5) lbs. to activate a cleaning cycle. After a cat uses it, in seven (7) minuted the Litter-Robot... » Read More Hi: The Litter-Robot has a sifting screen in the globe. During the cycling process, the litter goes into a pouch in the globe and, when the waste ports are over the bag in the waste drawer, they open and the waste is then deposited into the bag in the waste drawer. The globe then reverses and returns to what we call the home position with the clean litter now in the globe and leveled for the next use.The Litter-Robot is cat sensor activated so your cat would need to weigh at least five (5) lbs. to activate a cleaning cycle. After a cat uses it, in seven (7) minuted the Litter-Robot will cycle.Hope this helps. Regards, Litter-Robot Team « Show Less
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We've two cats. The "Best Cat Litter" lasts much longer than any other, whatever number of cats you have. A neighbor with one cat uses it and is as pleased as I am!
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I use Tidy Cat and I have been for several years. I have 2 grown cats and this litter works well and the cats seem to like it and it is fairly inexpensive which allows me to change the litter more often as needed. Hope this helps.
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I highly recommend a good clumping litter. I personally use Tidy Cats. Just getting the solid waste into the tray defeats the purpose because the strong ordor of the urine will remain in the non clumping litter...
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I have owned 2 litter robots. The first one was the first generation LR and it lasted about 3 yrs, but the one I have currently has lasted 7+ years without any defects. There have been 3 cats altogether that have been using the same machine over that stretch of time, and up until today, I've never had to look online for a way to fix a problem with the machine. I think it's fantastic and wouldn't hesitate for a minute to buy another one when the time comes around :)
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I am sorry to say I had to return mine. Actually I was on my second one as the first one did not work. Unfortunately the second had the same problem where it would constantly stop working and have flashing lights. I used the recommended litter as well. I ended up getting the Littermaid LME5500 and have not had a second's trouble. At one point I contemplated using my older one again which had been demoted to the RV. Glad I tried a third time and got the LME 5500 which was also cheaper.
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I'm with you. I had so many problems finding a litter that my cat would use. Finally! The original solved all our problems. Now this new formula, we are back to her refusing to use it! I just replaced carpet in the house and hate the thought of having to do that again! PLEASE, bring back the old formula. Coca Cola did it when they discovered that New coke was a failure!
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I have owned both. I first used the Littermaid and various aftermarket upgrades found here on Amazon. Its no comparison to the Litter Robot. They are very well made out of a solid Rubbermaid feel while the Littermaid is a flimsy plastic that regularly broke down on us. Also with the Litter Robot we could go a week without cleaning vs 2 days with the Littermaid and thats with 2 cats. You can call the LItter Robot office since they are built in the US and will answer any further questions you may have.
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Have you read the reviews on this page? The vast majority of newer reviews give this 1 star and note exactly what you have. The stuff no longer works... I used it for several years without issue. About a year ago it stopped working (loose clumps that break apart instantly and poor odor control). I switched to Precious Cat Ultra Premium and it is fantastic. http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1386851117&sr=1-1&keywords=cat+litter
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I use Arm & Hammer litter and it always smells like... baking soda. Even my cat has been surprised when I introduced her to new litter.Just a suggestion.
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My experience with the Litter Maid Elite has not been good. My old one worked really well, but this one does such a poor job that I ended up having to clean out the litter box as much as a non-automatic one. I found a couple of other self-cleaning ones on Amazon, but haven't ordered one yet. I'm sorry I couldn't recommend a specific one, but maybe someone else can. I hope you find one soon.
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I hope this response answers any questions you may have. We have tried so many litter boxes and been so disappointed, not to mention the money wasted. Then we discovered the Omega Paw LitterSystem - inexpensive, no electronics, simple and efficient. No loud noises, no mess, no more odor - it works like a charm!! I highly recommend that you google the product and watch the several youtube videos. Then order one. Add a litter genie to simplify disposal and go back to enjoying your kitties!
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My cats went right down the middle on choosing. Some of them switched immediately; others prefer the regular litter in the other room. Both get used. At my office, I tried to get them all to switch, and I was unsuccessful. At the office, as at home, some use the Genie and some use their regular litter boxes.
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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
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I originally used the suggested litter... worked great BUT the urine smell became horrible. It would just sit on the bottom and build up... currently I use the clumping litter and the problem now is that the hole is not big enough to allow the pee clump to pass through...
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Thank you for your inquiry. We realize that the cost of the Litter-Robot is high; however, we only use quality components to insure the integrity of the unit. It saves on litter due to our litter sifting system, is healthy for the cat and saves time so that the customer can do other things. Also, it "REALLY WORKS". We do not always have reconditioned units available and this is the reason they are not available in our Amazon Store. Regards, Shirley Customer Service Team