How does the cat get in the top tier basket thing?
1822645
I flipped the outer flap down on one side. I also turned the level just below so my cat could jump inside. She loves it!
1822646
I had to put my cat in the top basket, to try to get her used to it. But eventually she kept jumping down, which is a foot drop down to the floor. Plus since my cat's full grown, the middle flat tier kept tipping over; so its not that reliable if propped up properly. Eventually I took my top tier basket down since she never slept in it; & my cat tore the heck out of the top scratching post. But my cat still likes to jump up on the rest of the cat pole.
1822647
Jumps in it from one of the tiers. I reconfigured mine, it doesn't look like this photo. You can have the bed on the lower one if you want and put a tier on top.
494127
Yes and no. I think a declawed cat could get up there by jumping on the tiers it would just take them a bit longer.
520232
My cats are all 10-17 pounds and they could all use the basket. It bent a bit under the weight, but you can leave it or bend it back. I had no issues with it breaking or anything like that. They would also sometimes jump into it instead of climbing in and it withstood that too.
1253958
It kind of depends on how rowdy they are. I put a latch between the handles to keep my dogs in. But they back off after testing it. They could possibly force there way out of the bottom but it would take quite a brave cat.
1717189
Put where ever the cats will want to drink from it. Mine sits on top of the dog cage - it allows my cats to feel superior to the dog. The dog could care less, he gets the food dropped to his cage. Win win
981768
The opening is big enough to get inside with a scooper. OR there are four clips holding the top on that unclips easily. This IS the biggest litter box that i have found for my BIG tom cat , i would give it 5*****
331229
I have found personally that one small can of really stinky style wet food like fancy feast is the most attractive meal for this trap, and it must be placed all the way in the back of the cage past the step lever, so that the cat will go to it. The covering is best covering the sides and top of the cage, it really depends on the cat about the back being covered. Just make sure the covering doesn't interfere with the little hook that is located on the outside that holds up the step lever within. It takes a bit of practice to get it all in order but once you get the hang of it, it is quick to do. I have found personally that one small can of really stinky style wet food like fancy feast is the most attractive meal for this trap, and it must be placed all the way in the back of the cage past the step lever, so that the cat will go to it. The covering is best covering the sides and top of the cage, it really depends on the cat about the back being covered. Just make sure the covering doesn't interfere with the little hook that is located on the outside that holds up the step lever within. It takes a bit of practice to get it all in order but once you get the hang of it, it is quick to... » Read More I have found personally that one small can of really stinky style wet food like fancy feast is the most attractive meal for this trap, and it must be placed all the way in the back of the cage past the step lever, so that the cat will go to it. The covering is best covering the sides and top of the cage, it really depends on the cat about the back being covered. Just make sure the covering doesn't interfere with the little hook that is located on the outside that holds up the step lever within. It takes a bit of practice to get it all in order but once you get the hang of it, it is quick to do. « Show Less
465414
Cats are smarter than we give them credit for. Once they learn to push the flap in they know they have to push it again to get out. One thing about this cat box you have to watch out for is that the flap is tightly in place. It has a tendency to get stuck and then the cat cannot get in. After you have flipped up the flap all the way back to clean out the litter give it a little extra push when closing it. You can also keep the flap open all the time by simply folding it back. Enjoy!
520231
I have one cat that is about 15 pounds. No stress on the basket but she does not like curling up in it. My Son and his significant other have 2 small cats that love theirs. Neither cat is very big tho and they have had theirs since they were kittens. They run thier tree and love be on it in the baskets. Inside and out side at top speed. mine climb up and lay on the very top and watch the room. One at a time. Mother is Siamese and daughter is half siamese.
635870
The only thing they can really use to get to the top level is that little side hammock/basket which doesn't provide a stable jumping surface at all. The only reason my cats can reach the top level is because I put it right next to our couch. As far as the claws go, he/she shouldn't need them, neither of my cats are declawed and it hasn't helped them out.
81328
The top platorm is a bit dificult to access and particularly to desend from, I'd hesitate to have an overweight or elderly cat use it.
16734
From my experience so far this thing is not easy to tip over - it's very wide on the bottom and narrows at the top (like a tent). Also, I had no trouble removing my cat. I would just open it and reach in and grab him. But it's big enough that you could get inside there with him to grab him if you really needed to.
1961507
Your kitty shouldn't have a problem entering the box. The opening is low to the floor and is quite large.
2100761
I purchased a top entry version in 2013. The opening is on the top which has reduce the litter outside the box to a few specks. My cat is a large 20lb 12 year old. He's able to get in & out with no issues.
2183420
Yes, the cat can get the ball out of the track itself just by getting a paw underneath it. I've long lost the ball that came with it. Bought a box of ping pong balls and they've already lost most of those. Otherwise, they love it!
1113019
The bucket is about 1 foot tall. You will need to put it in a small depression or put bricks around it to allow the cat's access. It will work fine and you will need to refill it every three or four days to bring it up to full level since it will evaporate quicker than you might anticipate.
1156363
Yes, our cat is small and she can go from tier to tier with out a problem. How ever your 12lb cat may rock the top of the tower. I recommend not installing the cylinder to the top, as it makes the structure unstable.