How long will this last, assuming the litter is kept clean? Doesn't it start to break down eventually from pee getting on the sides?
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Yes, after a while it does start to smell, I guess when the box can no longer absorb it. We have three cats and I think we change the 2 boxes every three to four months. This may sound like a lot, but cleaning these boxes is so much easier than the plastic boxes that it is worth it. They are sturdy so I use them alone. Just give them a try but don't throw out you old system until you are sure, but I love these boxes.
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They last a very long time, I don't change mine out for maybe 6 months or so. I keep it scooped out daily, but find nothing sticks to the bottom and it doesn't absorb through. No odor develops over time either. The deeper sides make messy kitties a little cleaner too, it's harder for them to toss the litter over the sides.
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I have one cat who moves all of the litter out of the corners to pee, and the other sits in there and shreds the sides of the box in lieu of burying her business, and I replace the box every 3 weeks or so
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I have two cats, one of which is a large boy who pees a lot and prefers to do so against the back corners of the box. Even with daily scooping, the box will eventually start getting soaked through on the bottom - because of this, I place the box on a large baking pan to avoid damaging the bottom of the litter box cabinet. I find that with my two large cats, it works best to change the box every two-three weeks. For me, being able to just dump the whole thing and never needing to scrub a litter box in the tub is worth the extra cost.
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I have two cats and clean daily using ever clean litter. mine has not broke down..and the smell is well under control ..i feel its a comb of the liner and the litter..
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I have two cats and usually replace it approximately every 4 to 6 weeks. While they could last longer I find that they do absorb the smell quite well but I purchase these to reduce cleanup and prevent smells so change them more frequently than others might.
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This box is Very sturdy. I have only used it as a vacation box--I have the cat sitter just toss the box, rather than making them scoop (I think I am being too nice ;-) Maybe?) After reading Marianne's review, though, I might have to try using them for everyday, on a long-term basis. It would be nice to "start fresh" occasionally
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i have 1 cat and replace this box every 4 months. it's doesn't smell and could probably last longer but i don't want to push it.
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We used this litter box for 2 weeks or more for a male kitten. We did not use a plastic liner, but had sufficient cat litter in it and ensured to clean it once a day.It was still good after the 2+ weeks.
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Hi Brenda, sometimes, the boxes last longer if you clean often. I have three cats, four boxes, they tend to only use two downstairs. These are worth a try. I like them because I have clever cat boxes (expensive), these protect the box. Might get liners if cheaper and switch off. Still would give them a try. Also, might depend on type of litter and what's going on with cats stool. Let me know if you have further ? Ps clever cat is only good for small cat. I found my 8 month Big Boy (12" tail), gets poop on tail and elsewhere, other two still like bigger box. If you have small cat only would recommend clever cat box.
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All we did the first time was mix some of her old style litter in with it. She started using it the first day. I just bought our 3rd one. We've been using these for about 10 years. No muss no fuss. She does try to stop it sometimes even after all this time.It does stop.
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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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If you have someone that could look in and at least clean out the receptacle a couple times, that would probably be good... There have been a couple times I didn't get the lid in right and the waste was collecting on top :/ Also, as you know the litter may get a little low and/or need to be evened out with the rake. I actually keep a box of disposable vinyl gloves nearby and remove the clumps from the receptacle every few days then change the entire receptacle about every 1.5 to two weeks. Hope this helps :)
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I only had this box for approx. 6 months but it is very durable so I am sure it will last many years. Also because of its non porous surface it tends to resist stains. Definitely the best litter box I ever purchased. I bought two of them and I think they are great.
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Yes, and no. My cats have sometimes have diarrhea, and while it "sticks" to the sides, it is VERY easy to clean. If it's not caught right away (such as in a case of it happening overnight), I've found that it's still very easy to clean off. I THINK it's due to whatever makes the plastic so smooth...hm...lacking a better word right now...polished??? I would hesitate to use an abrasive cleanser on this litter box for fear it would damage this "polish" and, frankly, I've never needed anything more than dish soap and warm water. Enjoy!
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I think so. I have tried every litter on the market and I am sold on this one. It clumps so well that when you scoop, it doesn't crumble the urine clumps like some do. I don't ever fully change out the litter like I used to, I just add more as needed. I also think their litter boxes, though pricy, are well worth the investment as well.
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They hold up pretty well. My cats can sometimes pee on the sides as well and these hold up for a few months.
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If there is enough space under the urine it should not stick to the sides. I've had this problem in the past and it was infact due to not having enough litter in the pan. However, given the nature of factory production and manufacturing; I wouldn't be surprised if a bag here and there was mainly dust or too much dust rather than particle. The mud created from the inappropriate ratio might cause this to happen. This issue is very inconvenient though~ I dislike it very much. It's why i stopped using Arm & Hamer cat liter in general. That stuff was horrible.
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First of all are you changing out the whole tray and litter every 2-4 weeks? I have no problem with smell at all from urine or feces. I have 1 cat and she does go back by the rakes and urinates in the same spot all the time as well but I move fresh litter on top of it and leave the soiled one alone on the bottom. I do take out the feces because they can start smelling but I mostly do that to check and make sure she's going regularly. I can change out my whole tray and litter in about a month for her and I never ever have problems with it smelling at all! When I do change it out I do wipe down the rake and inside and outside of the litter machine with Lysol wipes lemon scented and then put in a new tray and new litter. If it smells bad cats won't use it and they have sensitive noses and can be very finicky about there litter boxes if not kept clean,neat and smell free.Good luck hope all this helps. I have yet to have any problems with this product and have been using it for over 1 1/2 years. Before that I used a regular litter box with arm and hammer double duty litter and still never had a smell problem but I scooped the litter box 2 times a day with that stuff.
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hello Ron, The box says every 3 months but I change them approximately every 2 months. (that's just me) I have one cat and she is only 9 lbs. She also has a regular litter box downstairs. I am sure the scoopfree one would last as long as they suggest.
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I've had this problem with most litters as well, this one included. It's not usually very bad, unless I wait more than a couple of days to scoop.I switched to using a sturdy metal scoop instead of the plastic one that we started out with, and that helped a lot with scooping bottom clumps. It scrapes the bottom more easily, and if needed, I can put more pressure on it without running the risk of flinging litter and clumps all over the place.Other responses say that if you keep the litter deeper, it won't be quite so bad, but the box has one really low wall (for ease of entry/exit, supposedly), so that's not really an option for me. Litter is about 2" deep. I've had this problem with most litters as well, this one included. It's not usually very bad, unless I wait more than a couple of days to scoop.I switched to using a sturdy metal scoop instead of the plastic one that we started out with, and that helped a lot with scooping bottom clumps. It scrapes the bottom more easily, and if needed, I can put more pressure on it without running the risk of flinging litter and clumps all over the place.Other responses say that if you keep the litter deeper, it won't be quite so bad, but the box has one really low wall (for ease... » Read More I've had this problem with most litters as well, this one included. It's not usually very bad, unless I wait more than a couple of days to scoop.I switched to using a sturdy metal scoop instead of the plastic one that we started out with, and that helped a lot with scooping bottom clumps. It scrapes the bottom more easily, and if needed, I can put more pressure on it without running the risk of flinging litter and clumps all over the place.Other responses say that if you keep the litter deeper, it won't be quite so bad, but the box has one really low wall (for ease of entry/exit, supposedly), so that's not really an option for me. Litter is about 2" deep. « Show Less
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For my cat, about 3 weeks. Probably differs for others and also depends on how many cats are using the litter. Hope this helps.
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No not at all....it is very glossy....the only thing that stays on the sides is if they miss the litter and go directly on the side surface but disinfectant wipes have done the trick to clean for me.
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The litter box works greats when it works. I went through 3 in 5 months. Finally gave up and went to another brand. I don't think the motor is big enough. Would have loved it if it would have lasted longer than a month.