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post #1 of 6
3/6/10 at 6:01am
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well as some of you may know i am getting a spynks cat and i was wandering about a litter box id one better than the other does the spynks cat need a special one? thanks and please reply i am going to get one later today
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post #2 of 6
3/6/10 at 6:18am
I personally do not like the covered boxes. The cats have no option as to where to enter the box. It traps odors also and is dark.

I think any good size should be fine. He should have enough room to turn around comfortably and deep enough to keep at least 3 inches of litter in. I keep my litter box at about 4 inches deep. But with 7 cats using it, I need it that deep. It has nice high sides. That is important when they are digging it keeps the litter inside much better.

A larger size pan will also make it easier on you regarding time spent cleaning. I have a jumbo size box and it more than accomodates my cats. I clean it probably 5 to 6 times a day just because I don't want any odor. But I could do it maybe only 3 times.

Look on the web at all the various ones available. Have fun with your new friend!
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post #3 of 6
3/6/10 at 6:23am
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thanks for the reply and heres my second question is one kind of little better than another kind? and are the self cleaning litter boxes good?
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post #4 of 6
3/6/10 at 10:41am
I guess they're ok (self cleaners). Pricey though. I prefer to scoop.
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post #5 of 6
3/6/10 at 11:07am
Sean, do yourself a favor and save a LOT of $$$... Don't get a litterbox... Get a storage bin instead - they make the best litterboxes, and are very cheap!

I love the Sterilite containers, but you can get the Rubbermaid too... The only thing is they are more expensive...

If you are getting a Kitten, Get a Under the bed Sterilite container; the one I have is 35Q, 33Liters. The under the bed ones have lower sides, so they are great for kittens.

I do use it for my 3 adult cats, with no problem - it is the best litterbox in the house, and the cheapest one too - it cost me around $5-6 at Big Lots. You can buy these containers at Target, Walmart... anywhere...

You can also buy the High sided ones, and cut a little door no the front for the kitten, but I like the lower side better.

I am telling you, IMO litter boxes are a waste of $$$. None of them are as good as a Sterilite storage container.... And the best part is, you get it for nearly nothing.
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post #6 of 6
3/6/10 at 11:11am
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Originally Posted by Sean98 View Post
thanks for the reply and heres my second question is one kind of little better than another kind? and are the self cleaning litter boxes good?
Ask the breeder what kind of litter he is using, so you don't have a problem when your kitten comes home with you.
Otherwise, get this litter:
Kitten Attract Litter. I would use this for a couple of months, just while the kitten is getting used to your house... Then you transition to another litter. I like Dr. Elseys Precious Cat Litter, from the same manufacturer.
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