Cat Litter Box - Upgrade to Cat Litter Furniture
Cat Litter Box - Upgrade to Cat Litter Furniture
Everybody who owns a cat has at least a couple of litter boxes. Of all the things we own for the benefit of our kitty, the cat box may be the one we like the least. But what is one to do? Is there some alternative to the dreaded cat box? Yes! Cat litter furniture may be the answer to your ugly cat box problems.
You may have the cat litter box in a far away corner, down in the laundry room or even in the basement. Although the main reason for putting it out of the way may be to hide it, it also provides a useful purpose, a place of privacy for you kitty. In some large homes this may be easy to do. But many cat owners today live in smaller, modest homes that can not quite support the needs of both the cat and the owner.
Sometimes the only alternative for cat owners with small houses or apartments is to put the box in plain view. Generally, this placement will not make the cat, the owner or guests comfortable. Thankfully, now the litter box can be hidden inside of cat litter furniture. That’s right, furniture that is made specifically to house the litter box in plain view. These fashionable and clever pieces of furniture completely solve the problem of litter box placement in small areas, leaving everyone, including the cat, happy.
Cat litter furniture can accommodate the decor of any home with the many colors and styles available. The cat litter cabinet is one of the most popular. This type hides the cat box inside a wood cabinet. It is very versatile as there is easy access to the inside with openings on the sides. There is also ease of access to the inside for cleaning and because it serves multiple purposes it can be useful to all. The size of the litter cabinet is based on the size of the cat and the litter box. The best thing about this unit is the fact that it can be placed anywhere in the house. You can place books, knick-knacks or anything else on top just like an end table or book case.
The best time to introduce cat litter box furniture to your cat is when it is still a kitten and still learning the rules of the house, but an older cat can learn to use it as well. With an older cat it is important to go slow, prop the cat door on the furniture open, this will provide the cat the opportunity to check it out without feeling trapped. Don’t take the established litter box away, rather slowly move it over a couple of days toward the unit, finally putting it inside. Praise the cat when he uses it and, as always, keep it clean.
Your cat litter box is more than just a private place for your cat. It is also a measure of your cat health ! How so? If your kitty is not regular at his daily visits, this might indicate some trouble is brewing. You may notice signs of sickness through observation such as diarrhea or constipation. Sometimes a cat will lay down in his cat litter box which is a possible sign of problems as cats are very clean animals and usually only do this during times of stress or illness. Keeping an eye out for your kitty in these ways can keep him happy and healthy.
Now, go shopping for a great new piece of cat litter furniture!
David Lee is the owner and designer of several pet web sites promoting responsible pet ownership. See his sites for more info on topics like why do cats purr and German Shepherd training.
