The clay litter I currently use solidifies (clumps?) in the bottom of the box and cannot be scooped. Is that what this one does?
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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
616507
It does clump on the bottom like most clay litters however I found it easier to scoop off the bottom then the others brands I had tried.
616508
If you use at least 4-5in of litter, it shouldn't reach the bottom, especially with this litter.
616509
I have found this, unless there is very little at the bottom. If you keep it filled then no. But to little at the bottom will cause any kitty litter to that. :)
616510
yes , I think it absorbs all the moisture , so if you leave it too long removal might be a little difficult .
616511
A little bit. Not too bad. I like this litter. No dust, it lasts a long time, but is very heavy.
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In my opinion, the sides are too high for most cats to be able to do that....unless there was a lot of litter in the box to bring level of waste up high. Does that make sense? I hope so. Hope this helps you.
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This litter is much bigger than traditional clay litters and tends to expand a bit when cats pee on it, so I wouldn't think it would stick to your cat's paws. My cat is an excessive dig-and-bury type and does throw some litter out of the box when he really gets into digging, but again because it's big, he doesn't usually track it through the house and I can just sweep or vacuum up the area right around his box.
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Yes, I agree with that 100%, Swheat Scoop only clumps what is needed to do the job. With clay litter it seems to clump more of the material once it gets wet plus it's heavy. I've also noticed that the litter box odor is a lot less with Swheat Scoop. Great product for my fur-kids and for me.
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I tried this system, and don't really like it as the scoop is too small, as is the opening through which you must dump the clumps into the bin is small. I find that I spend twice as much time cleaning the litter boxes as the scoop is too small. If you don't mind the extra time scooping, and perhaps breaking up the larger clumps, then this system might be fine.
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No, I believe you can use this in any clay or clumping litter. Not sure how it would work in other types such as feline pine or the crystals type. It did not work for my cat.
925667
Bianca, Is it not better solely in the fact that it is flushable litter? I can't flush any of the clay based litters. Instead, I create another trash bag to throw in a landfill. With this litter, I am able to create far less landfill waste by simply flushing it down the toilet. How is this not better?
1658479
If you are using the scoopfree do not use the clumping. It can jam the mechanism and burn out the motor. Walmart carries an inexpensive crystal litter that works great.
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Linda, I've been using Good New's and I suppose it can be scooped but being a pellet it does swell when is added. My cat is 20yrs.I'd so I change her box every 3days. I buy my product from Winco's so a 30lb.bag runs me a little under $6.00. Hope that helped you. Charlotte Donnan
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There is a hard plastic tray with a hole in one end that corresponds with the hole in the stand. The waste is then automatically scooped through the hole(s) to fall in the bag below. As another user explained, there is no hole in the traditional boxed litter set up that the automatic litter box is designed to use.
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I haven't tried anything but the chrystal litter but my guess would be no because the collection container is too small for the clumps. The crystal litter absorbs the urine and only the feces is scooped. It doesn't work as well on the odor either so it needs to be changed more often.
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If you use fast clumping litter the clumps aren't strong enough to handle the conveyor belt. But any other type of litter should be fine. I had to switch when I noticed that happening and haven't had a problem since. I use cheap litter from Sam's Club.
2021401
A good clumping litter. I used Scoop Away. I no longer have this litter box
301176
the ramp is in there. there are some containers for the littler part. i suggest getting some bags to make the containers last longer. While the older model was much better this one works with the two cats i have. i did have to find the right litter to use with it, I use Scoop Away. don't get the hard clumping, the rake doesn't work well with it. I've tried a couple other litter box brands and this is better than hand scooping every day. good luck.
1770892
You can try using the World's Best Cat Litter in the Litter-Robot; however, it does tend to hold moisture, which can cause problems. Our recommendation is to use the clay clumping litter since it works best..Let us know if we can be of further assistance.Regards, Litter-Robot Team
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Absolutely, we recently switched to Blue Diamond Walnut litter ourselves (the Arm & Hammer Corn litter didn't clump as well). This scoop works great with any litter including the Walnut litter and is extremely durable. It's weight and balance is like a good quality potting trowel and gets into the corners of the litterbox much better than the plastic ones.
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I'm afraid I can't answer this question. I do not use litter pan liners. The bottom of this box has a very nice finish, making it easy to scoop. I also use a combination of clumping clay litter and Blue Buffalo's crushed walnut shell litter. Consequently, I have no "sludge-like" material to contend with. Everything scoops easily and quickly.Hope this helps.