Automatic Kitty Litter Systems  

Getting a new cat is very exciting and the little guy or girl will quickly become a member of the family. Cats enjoy spending time exploring, sleeping, playing in their cat towers, and eating throughout the day. All of that eating followed by exertion of energy leads to, well, the need to go to the bathroom. Using an automatic kitty litter system eliminates some of the mess involved in cat ownership. 

Kittens are often offered for adoption or purchase at a very young age before they have learned about urinating in a box. They need to be taught by their owners and the process often begins by using a small box or pan filled with crystals or clumping substances. The kitten is placed into the box and kept there until the lesson is learned that this is the bathroom spot. Most kittens learn the process pretty quickly and are soon on their way to becoming candidates for an automatic kitty litter box.  

What sets an automatic kitty litter system apart from a standard box or pan is that it is self-cleaning. It reduces the unappealing smells coming from the area and is more hygienic, a welcome situation for those who are obsessed with cleanliness. The home will be fresh and clean, without even a hint of urine or feces odor. 

There are different brands of automatic kitty litter systems and each varies in price and capabilities. This product contains moving parts that can make noises the cat will need to get used to and some systems are quieter than others. The cleaning intervals vary from one brand to the next and some start shortly after the cat leaves the box. Cleaning occurs every hour in the PetSafe®Simply Clean, while the Litter Maid cleans itself each time it is used. 

Automatic kitty litter systems vary in the type of substance they can use, so this should be a pre-purchase consideration. Some can use all brands of clumping product, regardless of whether they contain clay. Others, such as the ScoopFree®automatic box, require that a specific type be used. This is the only box designed for use with Fresh Step Crystals, which are made from a silica gel. 

Some automatic kitty litter boxes are inexpensive, while others sell for premium prices. These systems are good for someone who does not wish to have any cat-related odors within the home. They provide automatic cleaning, eliminating the need for someone to clean the box after each time it is used.