Read that hinges allow for males (who side pee) urine to leak down sides ..has this been corrected has anyone else had this issue>?
598062
Because the top fits over the bottom, if a cat were to pee against the side of the litter box (from inside) there would be the possibility of it leaking out. Nothing to do with the hinges, however.
598063
I have not had this issue with my female 10 lb 8 year old cat. She usually pees(#1) just at the entrance and does her #2 in the back of the box. I have two boxes for her and most of the time, she uses one for peeing (#!) and the other one for #2. I clean the boxes every night. I failed to do so one time and I noticed that she had peed on the side. I am not sure if she did this because she felt the box/litter was dirty. Despite the peeing on the side of the box this one time, I did not notice any leakage however I always put a large towel under the box to catch any litters in her paws and in case there is a leakage (I have wood floors). I have not had this issue with my female 10 lb 8 year old cat. She usually pees(#1) just at the entrance and does her #2 in the back of the box. I have two boxes for her and most of the time, she uses one for peeing (#!) and the other one for #2. I clean the boxes every night. I failed to do so one time and I noticed that she had peed on the side. I am not sure if she did this because she felt the box/litter was dirty. Despite the peeing on the side of the box this one time, I did not notice any leakage however I always put a large towel under the box to catch any litters in her paws... » Read More I have not had this issue with my female 10 lb 8 year old cat. She usually pees(#1) just at the entrance and does her #2 in the back of the box. I have two boxes for her and most of the time, she uses one for peeing (#!) and the other one for #2. I clean the boxes every night. I failed to do so one time and I noticed that she had peed on the side. I am not sure if she did this because she felt the box/litter was dirty. Despite the peeing on the side of the box this one time, I did not notice any leakage however I always put a large towel under the box to catch any litters in her paws and in case there is a leakage (I have wood floors). « Show Less
598064
I have not had this issue. It is a really nice, large litter box so I wouldn't think it would be a problem.
598065
I removed the hinged door as my cats wouldn't use the box with it on; so I can't really respond to this question. My cats are happy with the size of the box and its roominess and use it without trouble for them or me.
598066
One of my cats likes to spray, which is why I got this litterbox for him. Overall, he really likes the box as do I. However, the urine does get into the latches. This allows the urine to come through to the outside of the latches, which is very difficult to clean. I have to use Q-tips and even then it is difficult. Also, once in the latch, the urine also runs in the channel where the hood fits into the bottom. Both my cats love using this box, but the latches are a huge problem for me.
1942211
Hi, I don't think so. We have this same issue, but deal with it since it's a great seat for potty training.
222141
Yes, excellent. It has a deflector up front that helps prevent the boy from squirting pee all over. Of course, you have to make sure he's seated in a way that he's behind that deflector [g].
2126750
Be careful what plug you use. Mine came with two, a red childproof one and a regular white one. Use the white one and it will not leak, the red plug leaks. A drop may come out the entrance us guys pee in but you should be fine. When the man uses it make sure he pulls it tight up to his body with scrotum below it. It works great for me.
591274
I haven't bit I've found that they work best for me when I fold them in a way where the back is wider. Then when I put it in the cover I fold down the front just a little. This way there is more coverage in the back for poo and a fold in the front to prevent pee from leaking at the top. Hope that helps.
882706
We try to always keep them upright, but we have never had issues with them leaking when on their side. I'm not sure if that goes for when they are on their side for an extended period of time
2050571
I ordered two of these during my last deployment to Afghanistan. One was in an area that mice and rats could get to. None got in. That said the hinges are not the best so if those did get compromised, then that would allow rodents or snakes to slip in. Best recommendation would either be careful when opening or get a different model with better hinges.
563689
I've done that. I haven't had any problem w/ leaks. Usually it remains stuck to the bottom of the toilet if you pull it back up. Just do it carefully.I don't know if Fernco would back that claim though.
491224
I can't give you a reason for the leak without having it inspected by an expert which I certainly am not one. I had a lava bun that leaked and it looked to me like the leak developed along the crease where the seat was folded for shipping and storage. These would seem logical since folding and opening any plastic will weaken the plastic over a short period of use. I have several plastic containers with plastic hinges and latches that were designed out of high impact plastic and after a few hundred uses they broke along the fold line. Just a guess on my part.
1007546
I believe the door swings both ways. I took the doors off of mine. I have big cats. I don't know about blocking urine.
223264
Yes, one of my female kitties does the same thing and this box, so far, has kept all the pee where it is supposed to be. :)
1251590
I had the same issue and was told that they do leak if tilted - so the lid is not defective. I had to purchase the other lid without the flip cap to keep it from leaking in my gym bag.
1554664
This high sided litterbox works best for cats who spray rather than squat when urinating, like my cat. The walls prevent the pee or poop from ending up around the outside of the box...unless your cat hangs their rear end out of the entrance. If your cat is old and missing the box, perhaps he/she has other issues that should be checked out by a qualified veterinarian. I hope this helps you.
544028
Sounds like you're not closing it all the way, you should hear a snap when it's closed all the way. I have 3 & none of them leak, they've been great!
837360
When my 2 year old sits on it, he has to push his little wee downward to pee inside the toilet. Ha! I haven't had any issues without a pee guard, I really like the seat overall. Easy to use and fold up.
856810
No, the whole box has tiny slots so the urine will flow from the box to the bottom and them to the receptacle. Since the box is not the same shape as a toilet, you would run the risk of urine flowing outside of your toilet shape. The box would also be very unstable, as there is no way to strap it to the toilet.
1185637
Occasionally, it would leak out the side, not badly. We have replaced this one as it kept flashing "clean" on the display no matter what we did even after several chemical cleanings and the output would slow way down.