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Get your cat used to their new automatic litter box by placing it next to their old one. Putting in a few scoops of litter from their old litter box will help your cat recognise it as a new toilet. All this puts us in a unique position to test all kinds of products. Both from a professional perspective and that of a pet owner. Petkit says the Pura X can use most types of litter, apart from silica. They also say that although you can use pine litter, it doesn’t work as well as others. We used clumping clay litter which was perfect. Also remember that, if given the choice, your cat will also use what’s familiar. Chances are, your cat will default to their old litter tray. If you leave their old tray un-scooped for a couple of days, they may choose to use their new, clean one.
The manufacturer says it’ll self-clean for up to 10 days before you need to empty the bin. With Nico, we found 7-8 days was more accurate but we guess that will vary from cat to can. If you have a larger cat, or more than one cat, then have a look at the PetKit Pura Max Extra Large Automatic Litter Box. The ongoing costs– These are the consumables your automatic litter box uses. They include litter disposal bags, deodorising refills, filters and sometimes the litter itself.Rake-style litter trays the PetSafe Scoop Free have a much lower profile but they can take up more floor space. For example, the PetKit Pura X and the PetKit Pura Max don’t work at all with silica litter. And most automatic litter boxes don’t work well with wood-based litter. Due to the way the drum rotates when it cycles, you do need to set it a few centimetres off the wall. If not, it’ll catch. It’s not a big deal but you’ll need to make sure you have the room. If you have particularly big cats, the PetKit Pura Max has a big internal space. Or the PetSafe Self Scooping Litter Tray it’s covered at all so it won’t feel cramped. Features and Benefits to Look Out For
minutes after Bridget used it, it raked the litter and moves the solid waste to a separate compartment. Then, once a month (for a single-cat household) you slide out the tray of litter and replace it. Now we must admit, our test cat, Bridget already used silica litter in her old litter tray. As a result, the transition to the PetSafe was pretty seamless. But some cats need a bit of time to get used to silica litter so don’t bear this in mind. All this can make owning and maintaining a self-cleaning litter box pretty expensive. Litter Compatibility It features the same ‘xSecure System’ to detect your cat’s presence, both inside and outside of the box. So, if the drum is part way through a cycle, it will stop. So, there’s never a worry about your cat getting trapped or hurt.The entrance hole and internal space are quite a lot bigger too. As such, it’ll accommodate cats from 3.5lbs (1.5kg) to 22lbs (10kg). The Pura X features their ‘xSecure System’. This is a system of 12 sensors which ensures your cat’s safety. Thermal and infrared sensors detect your cat’s presence around the litter box. The weight sensors detect their presence while inside it.
When he did get in, the App showed us some insightful data. It measured his weight which is always useful from a weight management perspective. But it also shows the times your cat uses the toilet and how long they spend there. This data could be vital if you ever need to take your cat to the vet.
Let’s face it, the best automatic litter boxes are expensive. Even the ‘cheap’ ones aren’t cheap. So here are a few things to consider to help you find the best one for you and your cat. Cost Most self-cleaning litter boxes boast the fact that you don’t need to empty them for a week or more. They store your cat’s waste in a sealed bin. A noisy self-cleaning cat litter box isn’t only annoying, but it could also put your cat off using it. The overall size of the actual litter box isn’t your only concern either. You’ll want to make sure the entrance hole and the inside are big enough to fit your cat in. If it’s too small for your cat to get into, turn around, do their business and dig in, they won’t use it. Different self-cleaning litter boxes have different features and benefits. As such, it’s worth having a think about what features and benefits are important to you.
Putting it together took us a little over an hour. We found the instructions a bit confusing at times. There are two main types of automatic litter boxes; Rotating cylinders and rakes. Both can look massive next to traditional litter trays.The app has a cool feature that lets you give each cat their own profile. It distinguishes each cat by their weight. So, you know how much each cat weighs, how often they toilet and how long they spend there. You can also cycle dirty litter on demand, set a schedule or do it automatically. We did find cleaning it a bit more tiresome than the Pura X. You can completely empty the litter with the touch of a button. But because you have to reach in to wipe down the internal walls, it was a bit harder. It’s not a deal breaker, just an observation. That said, they’re expensive so you want to make sure you find the right model for you and your cat. The best self-cleaning litter boxes are safe and comfortable for your cat, easy to clean, quiet, and simple to use. At 62cm wide, 53.8cm deep, and 55cm high, it’s bigger than the Pura X. The waste collection bin is bigger too. It’s super quiet when it cycles and the sealed waste compartment does a good job of trapping the stink.
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